The Ringer's 2023 NBA Draft Guide

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Welcome to The Ringer's 2023 NBA Draft Guide. From now through draft night on June 22, this will be the hub for everything you need to know. For the seventh year in a row, we’re featuring Kevin O’Connor’s Big Board, in which he extensively breaks down each of the top prospects’ strengths, weaknesses, and closest NBA comparisons. Below, you’ll find in-depth scouting reports of the best players in this class. In addition, we have our first mock draft with projections from KOC, plus a team needs section where Michael Pina analyzes the biggest decisions facing each team before the trade deadline and the draft.

If you’re curious about any aspect of this class, we have it covered. Who will define this draft? Which players could surge into the lottery? And how could this year's draft affect the future of the league? Find out by returning here often.

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Mock Draft By Kevin O'Connor

You’re reading Kevin O’Connor’s mock draft, his forecast for how the first 30 picks could unfold on June 22. With the NBA draft lottery now in the books and the San Antonio Spurs winning the first pick, we’re projecting how the first round could unfold. After Victor Wembanyama, this draft is as wide open as can be. Let’s get to the latest mock.