NBA mock draft: Post-lottery projections

With Sunday's NBA draft lottery in the books, all 30 first-round selections are set ahead of the event on June 23 in Brooklyn, New York.

With team-specific needs in mind, here's how we think the first night of the draft will unfold.

A note before we start: the NBA comparisons are made with a prospect's ceiling in mind. We're not saying they'll become that player - chances are, many of them won't. But at their best, these prospects do resemble these players.

All statistics include both regular-season and tournament competitions.

AJ Dybantsa (BYU) 🇺🇸

Position: SF
Height: 6-foot-9
Weight: 210 lbs
Year: Freshman

Dybantsa is a can't-miss pick at No.1 for the Wizards. The BYU product is a walking highlight reel with the burst to get to his spots plus the frame, 6-foot-11 wingspan, and defensive agility that could translate seamlessly to the NBA's punishing pace. Tightening up his handle and his shooting efficiency are arguably his rookie priorities, but the 19-year-old has all the tools to impress as a pro.

NBA comparison: Tracy McGrady

Darryn Peterson (Kansas) 🇺🇸

Position: PG/SG
Height: 6-foot-6
Weight: 195 lbs
Year: Freshman

Durability concerns caused Peterson's stock to dip marginally, though pro scouts will likely be more intrigued by his upside, which is arguably the highest in this draft. The Jazz certainly won't be dissuaded by his NBA-level offensive arsenal, especially his dynamic scoring profile, nimble footwork, and ability to get to the basket. Peterson is a three-level scorer and advanced shotmaker who boasts positional size.

NBA comparison: Kobe Bryant

Cameron Boozer (Duke) 🇺🇸

Position: PF
Height: 6-foot-9
Weight: 250 lbs
Year: Freshman

In most drafts, Boozer would go first overall. While he's not as tall or athletic as a traditional big, he has the skill set to thrive as a four or smaller five in the modern NBA. Boozer has unique finishing ability around the rim, is an excellent screener and passer out of the pick-and-roll, and can pop to the 3-point line as a 39.1% shooter from long range.

NBA comparison: Chris Webber

Caleb Wilson (North Carolina) 🇺🇸

Position: PF
Height: 6-foot-10
Weight: 215 lbs
Year: Freshman

Wilson plays with a joie de vivre that expresses itself in many ways. The versatile forward is athletically gifted and can affect the game at both ends. Questions about his perimeter capabilities remain, although he possesses top-tier rebounding instincts and is a menace in transition. Wilson boasts the two-way acumen to become a franchise cornerstone at the next level and is a threat to unseat Boozer at No. 3.

NBA comparison: Kevin Garnett

Kingston Flemings (Houston) 🇺🇸

Position: PG
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 190 lbs
Year: Freshman

Flemings gets downhill like a wheel of Double Gloucester at a British cheese-rolling event but with far greater control. He's adept at finishing at the rim and produced impressive shooting numbers in Houston's shot-happy offense despite some imperfect mechanics. Flemings is a skilled passer who recorded a 2.91 assist-to-turnover ratio courtesy of top-level ball-handling chops and shifty footwork. His smothering on-ball defensive skills also project favorably.

NBA comparison: Derrick Rose

Keaton Wagler (Illinois) 🇺🇸

Position: PG
Height: 6-foot-6
Weight: 190 lbs
Year: Freshman

One of the best decision-makers in this draft, Wagler is far from one-dimensional offensively. While he can operate as a pick-and-roll ball-handler, he's just as comfortable playing off the catch. His frail frame might not hold up against athletic and physical NBA defenders, but his skill set and wealth of tools are comparable to any guard in the draft class.

NBA comparison: Tyrese Haliburton

Darius Acuff Jr. (Arkansas) 🇺🇸

Position: PG/SG
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 185 lbs
Year: Freshman

Acuff is the latest in a long lineage of stud guards to play for John Calipari. He averaged 23.5 points per game while shouldering a huge workload. He can score from every spot on the floor and create any shot he wants, and he's a willing and prolific passer. Concerns about Acuff's size and defense will keep him out of the top five, but his offensive upside will outweigh any hesitance from the Kings.

NBA comparison: Damian Lillard

Mikel Brown Jr. (Louisville) 🇺🇸

Position: PG
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 190 lbs
Year: Freshman

Questions about durability and consistency could cause Brown to slip, but the peaks he displayed as a scorer and creator are undeniable. He recorded 45 points in a win against NC State this season, showcasing his smooth pull-up shooting and downhill maneuvering. His court-mapping skills also helped him average 4.7 assists per game. He missed the NCAA Tournament due to a nagging back injury, which will keep front offices on edge.

NBA comparison: Darius Garland

Brayden Burries (Arizona) 🇺🇸

Position: PG/SG
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 205 lbs
Year: Freshman

Burries legitimized himself as a three-level scorer as a freshman, leading Arizona with 16.1 points per game and driving the team's Final Four run. He also frequently displayed smart defensive instincts, standing out as a passing-lane disruptor thanks to savvy positioning. Although he's slightly undersized as a 2-guard, his 39.1% 3-point shooting, finishing, and two-way dependability make him a rare NBA-ready talent at age 20.

NBA comparison: Devin Booker

Yaxel Lendeborg (Michigan) 🇵🇷

Position: PF
Height: 6-foot-10
Weight: 235 lbs
Year: Senior

NCAA champ Lendeborg will turn 24 before the start of his rookie campaign, and that's a big reason he's a polished product who'll be able to contribute from Day 1. His profile aligns with the demands of a Bucks team looking for instant impact and who should get the most from Lendeborg before he completes his rookie-scale deal. This guy does a bit of everything, and he does it extremely well.

NBA comparison: OG Anunoby

Aday Mara (Michigan) 🇪🇸

Position: C
Height: 7-foot-3
Weight: 255 lbs
Year: Junior

At 7-foot-3, Mara is the rim-protecting, rim-finishing big man that teams dream about, and he's a legitimate playmaker and passer. He can also operate out of the short roll after setting ball screens, a valuable skill in today's NBA. While Mara's floor is pretty darn high, his lack of shooting touch will prevent him from reaching an All-NBA-level ceiling. He shot just 56.4% from the free-throw line and 30% from three last season.

NBA comparison: Marc Gasol

Nate Ament (Tennessee) 🇺🇸

Position: SF/PF
Height: 6-foot-10
Weight: 207 lbs
Year: Freshman

Ament could slip on draft night after his disappointing freshman season. He was a no-brainer top-10 pick entering college, but his poor finishing, unreliable shooting, and lack of physicality have made scouts wary. His scoreless showing in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament is also fresh in basketball fans' minds. NBA squads crave 6-foot-10 wings, so a lottery team could talk itself into Ament. Still, his tape leaves lingering doubts.

NBA comparison: Paolo Banchero

Hannes Steinbach (Washington) 🇩🇪

Position: PF
Height: 6-foot-11
Weight: 220 lbs
Year: Freshman

Hailing from Wurzburg - the same town that produced Maxi Kleber and Dirk Nowitzki - Steinbach is the next German star poised to jump to the NBA. Thanks to his savvy two-way play, he tied Boozer for the most double-doubles in Division I (22) last season. Steinbach's a technically gifted, versatile big who's adept at playing with his back to the basket and setting screens - two traits scouts adore.

NBA comparison: Alperen Sengun

Jayden Quaintance (Kentucky) 🇺🇸

Position: PF/C
Height: 6-foot-10
Weight: 255 lbs
Year: Sophomore

"Please, Sir, I want some more." NBA scouts might channel their inner Oliver Twist when judging Quaintance. His freshman year was cut short by an ACL tear, and he followed that setback with a pithy campaign at Kentucky. For those who haven't made an acquaintance with Quaintance, he's a burly big man and arguably the best defender available. He combines mobility with a bouncy second jump, making him a top-end rim-protector.

NBA comparison: Ben Wallace

Labaron Philon (Alabama) 🇺🇸

Position: PG
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 175 lbs
Year: Sophomore

As a three-level scorer, Philon played various roles in his two years at Alabama, excelling as a primary and secondary creator. His increased usage in pick-and-rolls also led to improved efficiency as a sophomore, averaging 22 points on 50% shooting from the field and 40% from three. Although slightly undersized, Philon owns the tools to thrive as a scorer in any environment.

NBA comparison: Jrue Holiday

Cameron Carr (Baylor) 🇺🇸

Position: SG/SF
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 215 lbs
Year: Sophomore

Boasting a textbook jumper, Carr is among the best off-ball shooters in this draft. He's also a modern 3-and-D wing who leverages his explosive athleticism and 7-foot-2 wingspan for above-the-rim finishes and quality shot-blocking, averaging 1.3 blocks per game in his second campaign at Baylor. Carr has a good chance of ascending to a lottery slot if he impresses with his elite physical attributes in pre-draft workouts.

NBA comparison: Trey Murphy III

Dailyn Swain (Texas) 🇺🇸

Position: SG/SF
Height: 6-foot-8
Weight: 225 lbs
Year: Junior

The rich get richer. Whoever the Thunder draft won't have an immediate role on the league's deepest team. Swain is a great driver because of his strong frame and superb handle, which made him efficient in isolation at Texas. However, he needs to improve his shooting from deep. Though he boosted his three-point percentage from 15% as a freshman to 34% last campaign and increased his volume, Swain's outside shot still requires refinement.

NBA comparison: Jerami Grant

Koa Peat (Arizona) 🇺🇸

Position: PF
Height: 6-foot-8
Weight: 235 lbs
Year: Freshman

Peat is viewed as slightly undersized for an NBA power forward, and his range outside of 15 feet is suboptimal. Questions also remain about whether his physical edge will carry over to the next level. That said, Peat's finishing and rebounding are valuable assets, and the Hornets have prioritized drafting players with a winning DNA. His performance in Arizona's run to the Big 12 championship and Final Four aligns with this strategy.

NBA comparison: Isaiah Stewart

Christian Anderson (Texas Tech) 🇺🇸

Position: PG
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 180 lbs
Year: Sophomore

The Raptors' first-round loss to the Cavaliers signaled their glaring need for a paint presence and better rebounding. In this draft range, Anderson might be the best player available, as he checks off a lot of boxes for the organization. He's a knockdown shooter from deep who will give Toronto added guard depth, and his ability to play off the ball could improve the team's lineup balance and spacing.

NBA comparison: Jamal Murray

Karim Lopez (New Zealand) 🇲🇽

Position: SF
Height: 6-foot-9
Weight: 220 lbs

Lopez stands out as the top first-rounder who didn't play college basketball. A bruising forward, he can get downhill and serve as a slasher on the wing. The New Zealand Breakers have produced more letdowns than stars (think RJ Hampton), but Lopez projects somewhere in the middle. His ceiling is as a contributing role player. While he's not French, wouldn't it make sense for the Spurs to draft an international development project?

NBA comparison: Aaron Gordon

Bennett Stirtz (Iowa) 🇺🇸

Position: PG
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 190 lbs
Year: Senior

The Pistons struggled with floor-spacing issues this season due to a lack of shooting around Cade Cunningham, so they shouldn't overthink this one. Stirtz is a legit perimeter threat whose percentages should rebound with a much lighter workload than he had at Iowa. He can create chances for teammates in the half-court, and his playmaking prowess makes him a potential candidate to be the primary ball-handler on Detroit's second unit.

NBA comparison: Andrew Nembhard

Isaiah Evans (Duke) 🇺🇸

Position: SG
Height: 6-foot-6
Weight: 180 lbs
Year: Sophomore

The Sixers need to surround their star-studded backcourt with 3-point shooting. Though his numbers slightly dipped this past year, Evans shot 38% from three in his two seasons at Duke. He also doesn't need the ball to thrive as a shooter, as most of his field-goal attempts were threes off the catch. His frame presents some concerns, but a team will likely deploy him as a movement shooter in various offensive sets.

NBA comparison: Brandon Ingram

Morez Johnson Jr. (Michigan) 🇺🇸

Position: PF
Height: 6-foot-9
Weight: 250 lbs
Year: Sophomore

Johnson has shot up draft boards on the heels of Michigan's national title run, and for good reason. With a high motor and a robust NBA-ready frame, Johnson fits the archetype of a switchable big thanks to his lateral quickness. He also has top-drawer physicality and is a skilled rebounder at both ends. His offensive patterns need work, but he might be a steal at No. 23 based solely on his defensive guile.

NBA comparison: Daniel Gafford

Chris Cenac Jr. (Houston) 🇺🇸

Position: PF/C
Height: 6-foot-11
Weight: 240 lbs
Year: Freshman

The Knicks should be delighted if Cenac drops to No. 24. He's not without his detractors, but the 19-year-old's athleticism and ability to run the floor offer a lot of long-term upside. Cenac can face up defenders, create space with a jab step, and his mid-range game has shown enough flashes to project favorably at the next level. New York can afford to be patient with Cenac's development.

NBA comparison: Jaren Jackson Jr.

Amari Allen (Alabama) 🇺🇸

Position: SF
Height: 6-foot-8
Weight: 205 lbs
Year: Freshman

A versatile, defensive wing capable of impacting the game without the ball is exactly the type of prospect the Lakers should target as they build around Luka Doncic. Although Allen has strides to make as a 3-point shooter, he's an excellent rebounder for his size, a smart cutter, and a reliable connector. Finding players who can thrive in a Doncic-run, heliocentric offense while compensating for his defensive liabilities isn't easy, but Allen fits the profile.

NBA comparison: Herb Jones

Joshua Jefferson (Iowa State) 🇺🇸

Position: PF
Height: 6-foot-9
Weight: 240 lbs
Year: Junior

Jefferson was one of just four players in the country to average at least 14 points, seven rebounds, and four assists - a small group headlined by Boozer. A patient yet willing passer from both the paint and the point, the 6-foot-8 forward was critical to Iowa State's offense as a secondary creator. Jefferson could reprise that role for the Nuggets' second unit, which lacks a confident frontcourt distributor.

NBA comparison: James Johnson

Henri Veesaar (North Carolina) 🇪🇪

Position: C
Height: 7-feet
Weight: 225 lbs
Year: Junior

If Veesaar's final play at UNC was your lone impression of the towering Estonian, you can be excused for having doubts. Trailing VCU by two points at the NCAA Tournament and needing to clank the second of two free throws, Veesaar missed the rim by a country mile. Nevertheless, he's a modern floor-spacing center who's surprisingly mobile for a player with his potent frame. The Celtics could use a low-risk, plug-and-play big.

NBA comparison: Kelly Olynyk

Allen Graves (Santa Clara) 🇺🇸

Position: PF
Height: 6-foot-9
Weight: 225 lbs
Year: Freshman

Graves combines a soft touch with a deceivingly strong 6-foot-9 frame and a reliable 40% rate from beyond the arc, giving him the potential to be a valuable find in the round's later stages. He could be the perfect future frontcourt partner for Joan Beringer on the Timberwolves' second unit. The 6-foot-11 French center would ideally provide cover for Graves, who may be outmatched by the NBA's much quicker and more physical fours.

NBA comparison: Robert Covington

Luigi Suigo (Mega Superbet) 🇮🇹

Position: C
Height: 7-foot-3
Weight: 240 lbs

We're drinking the Suigo Kool-Aid. The Cavaliers can afford to take a chance on the 19-year-old Italian draft-and-stash prospect from Serbian talent farm Mega Superbet, which has produced 16 draft picks in the last 14 years. Suigo has also been linked to some big college programs. While he could use some refinement, he's got a soft touch, good range, surprising agility, and is a skilled shot disruptor at the other end.

NBA comparison: Kristaps Porzingis

Tyler Tanner (Vanderbilt) 🇺🇸

Position: PG
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 173 lbs
Year: Sophomore

Undersized guards aren't exactly a hot commodity in the NBA, and at 6-foot, Tanner's scoring might not translate to the next level. Still, his combination of athleticism, shooting, and passing will catch the eyes of some teams. Tanner can leap with just about anybody and averaged 19.5 points in the SEC last season.

NBA comparison: T.J. McConnell