Top 10 most promising talented players in the NBA 2023 draft
1. Brandon Miller, Alabama
20 years old
Position: Forward
Height and weight: 210cm, 90kg
Mock Draft Prediction: 3rd place
Thanks to his good physique, Miller quickly became one of the most promising talents in American student basketball with excellent shooting and defensive support. He averaged 19.6 points per game and shot 40.4 percent from three-point range and 7.4 three-pointers per game.
Miller received the SEC's Player of the Year award, becoming the first freshman to receive the award since 2012.
2. Jaras Walker, Houston
19 years old
Position: Forward
Height and weight: 207cm, 109kg
Mock Draft Prediction: No. 5
Walker was a key factor in helping Houston reach the top of the seeding list this season. Not only is he a good goalkeeper, but he also dribbles and passes quite well.
With this momentum, he can make it to the top 5 overall pick in the upcoming NBA draft.
3. Kiyant George, Baylor
19 years old
Position: Defender
Height and weight: 195cm, 84kg
Mock Draft Prediction: 9th place
Self-confidence is both a strong and a weakness of Kionte George. He is ready to be the decider of the game and bring unforgettable moments to the fans. But it is this confidence that has given George a success rate of less than 40% when he wants to finish anywhere on the field.
Either way, this is one of the most fun talents this March Madness.
4. Grady Dick, Kansas
19 years old
Position: Forward
Height and weight: 207cm, 93kg
Mock Draft Prediction: 12th place
Dick was one of the most consistent pitchers of the NCAA season this year, averaging 14.3 points per game. Not only that, but the 19-year-old striker's throwing technique is quite diverse, from many different positions, many different runs.
5. Anthony Black, Arkansas
19 years old
Position: Defender
Height and weight: 204cm, 90kg
Mock Draft Prediction: 10th place
Blake showcases maturity and versatility rarely seen in his age, with his game reading and passing skills approaching NBA level. He can judge the situation well, run smart and pass the ball very flexibly.
6. Carson Wallace, Kentucky
19 years old
Position: Defender
Height and weight: 195cm, 87.5kg
Mock Draft Predictions: 11th
Thanks to excellent assists and excellent defense, Wallace is one of the most trusted players on the Kentucky team, with 56 steals in a total of 29 games.
He's a name to watch for any team looking for a true point guard.
7. Nix Smith Jr., Arkansas
18 years old
Position: Defender
Height and weight: 198cm, 84kg
Mock Draft Prediction: 8th place
Smith was one of the highest-rated players earlier this season, but a knee injury left him missing just 12 games this season. However, after recovering, the player was in good form, averaging at least 24 points per game in the final 3/4 games of the regular season.
8. Jalenhud Schifino, Indiana
19 years old
Position: Defender
Height and weight: 201cm, 97.5kg
Mock Draft Prediction: 16th
Hood Schifino is considered the king of blockers on Indiana's roster this season. He's good and confident in his mid-range shots.
9. Kyle Filippovsky, Duke
19 years old
Position: Forward/Center
Height and weight: 213cm, 104kg
Mock Draft Prediction: 20th place
There are many young players on the Duke team this season, and Filippovsky is the most notable name among them. He won the ACC Junior Player of the Year award with a near-double-double, averaging 15 points and 9.2 rebounds per game.
Physicality is certainly his forte, but Filippovski has also proven this season that he can create decent assists for his teammates.
10. Chris Murray, Iowa
Age: 22
Position: Forward
Height and weight: 207cm, 100kg
Mock Draft Prediction: 22nd
Chris is the younger brother of Keegan Murray, the 4th overall pick in the 2022 draft, and currently plays for the Sacramento Kings. Not as prominent as Keegan, Chris has proven himself to be a very well-rounded player with 20.5 points, 8 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1 steal per game.