2018 NBA Draft Redo: Luka Doncic Goes No. 1
Paul Connor
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10. Philadelphia 76ers: Robert Williams III
Original Pick: Mikal Bridges (traded to Phoenix)
Rounding out the top ten, Robert Williams III has also had his career marred by injury, yet proven to be a force on the defensive end. A frontcourt of Williams and Joel Embiid would be a nightmare for opposing offenses.
2018 NBA Draft Redo
The 2018 NBA Draft class is regarded as one of the best in recent memory. With hindsight, here's how the top ten picks might look if the draft were held today.
1. Phoenix Suns: Luka Doncic
Original Pick: Deandre Ayton
No surprise here as Luka Doncic has proven himself to be amongt the game's elite. Fresh off leading the Dallas Mavericks to an NBA Finals appearance, Doncic has garnered five All-NBA First Team selections in his first six seasons. The scary part? He's still just 25 years old.
2. Sacramento Kings: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Original Pick: Marvin Bagley
After passing up on Doncic initially, Kings' brass won't be faced with that dilemma in this exercise with Luka already off the board. Instead, Sacramento welcomes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who, after originally being selected 11th overall, has developed into an All-NBA First Team player. An easy choice at No. 2.
3. Atlanta Hawks: Trae Young
Original Pick: Luka Doncic (traded to Dallas)
Trae Young and Doncic will forever be linked after the pair were originally traded for each other on draft night. While Atlanta likely feels some regret, Young has been a productive player for the organization and still winds up in a Hawks uniform in this scenario.
4. Memphis Grizzlies: Jaren Jackson Jr.
Original Pick: Jaren Jackson Jr.
The 2023 Defensive Player of the Year, Jaren Jackson Jr. stays at No. 4, living up to his potential as an elite rim protector and versatile defender, along with an underrated offensive skill set.
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5. Dallas Mavericks: Jalen Brunson
Original Pick: Trae Young (traded to Atlanta)
Originally drafted by the Mavs in the second round, Jalen Brunson remains in Big D, only this time as a far more coveted prospect.
6. Orlando Magic: Deandre Ayton
Original Pick: Mo Bamba
Deandre Ayton drops a few spots but the big man has been a reliable source of points and rebounds throughout his NBA tenure.
7. Chicago Bulls: Mikal Bridges
Original Pick: Wendell Carter Jr.
A true iron man, Mikal Bridges has yet to miss a game in his NBA career, the former Villanova standout offering tremendous defensive versatility, while also proving to be a capable scorer.
8. Cleveland Cavaliers: Miles Bridges
Original Pick: Collin Sexton
Off-court issues aside, Miles Bridges's combination of athleticism and scoring ability make him a valuable selection in this spot.
9. New York Knicks: Michael Porter Jr.
Original Pick: Kevin Knox
Michael Porter Jr. has dealt with injuries but has shown he can be a dynamic player when healthy.
10. Philadelphia 76ers: Robert Williams III
Original Pick: Mikal Bridges (traded to Phoenix)
Rounding out the top ten, Robert Williams III has also had his career marred by injury, yet proven to be a force on the defensive end. A frontcourt of Williams and Joel Embiid would be a nightmare for opposing offenses.
2018 NBA Draft Redo
The 2018 NBA Draft class is regarded as one of the best in recent memory. With hindsight, here's how the top ten picks might look if the draft were held today.
