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2020 NBA Draft: Pelican Debrief Big Board 1.0

By Nick Alvarez

Who should the New Orleans Pelicans target with a top 10 pick. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
Who should the New Orleans Pelicans target with a top 10 pick. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images) /
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New Orleans Pelicans, Isaiah Stewart, 2020 NBA Draft
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – MARCH 11: Isaiah Stewart #33 of the Washington Huskies (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) /

40. JORDAN NWORA / WING / LOUISVILLE

A junior at Louisville, Jordan Nwora could end up bring a valuable rotation wing. Standing a 6’7″ the biggest calling card to his game is his ability to be a catch-and-shoot threat. He is a great rebounder for his size and has the versatility to play both forward positions in the NBA. The main thing that holds him back from other wings in the class is his poor defense and funky mechanics.

Pro Comparison: Cam Johnson

39. GRANT RILLER / GUARD / COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON

When talking about a versatile scorer at the guard position, Grant Riller is about as good as it gets. An ambidextrous finisher with a lot of tricks in his bag from pull-ups to floaters and step-backs Riller is an intriguing prospect. Already at 23 years and playing at a small university there are questions about Riller’s defense and how his scoring will translate at the next level.

Pro Comparisons: Fred VanVleet, Marcus Thornton

38. PAUL REED / BIG / DEPAUL

If an NBA is looking for a project big-man in this NBA draft who could be great a few years down the line, DePaul’s Paul Reed would be there guy. An athletic big man who is capable of playing both frontcourt positions, Reed has already shown he can be a major defensive player in the mold of Draymond Green. His offensive game is a work in progress though. If he can improve his shooting mechanics he could be even better.

Pro Comparisons: Paul Millsap, Draymond Green (minus the offense), Taj Gibson

37. CASSIUS WINSTON / GUARD / MICHIGAN STATE

Gritty is the first word that comes to mind when watching Cassius Winston. The Michigan State floor-general has shown some of the best intangibles in the draft and has the game to match. A smooth three-point shot, excellent playmaking abilities, and a high IQ player are what Winston brings to the NBA. Injury history in his right knee limits his speed and quickness through which could hold him back at the next level.

Pro Comparisons: Nick Van Exel, Kyle Lowry

36. ISAIAH STEWART / BIG / WASHINGTON

Washington’s Isaiah Stewart is another player that other evaluators are high on but I am not. A muscular but undersized big man, Stewart has shown that his game is reliant on a vintage back to the basket style. He does show strong defensive abilities and uses his broad shoulders to bully his way in the paint for rebounds but he needs to show more growth in his game.

Pro Comparison: Derrick Favors