NBA draft stock watch: Intel on top 100 prospects

The NCAA tournament set up nearly perfectly for NBA draft evaluation, as a huge number of first-round prospects advanced to the Sweet 16. This set the stage for a series of high-profile games in which players faced arguably the highest level of competition in their careers with huge stakes.

Considering the small sample size of the college season -- and how infrequently scouts get to watch elite prospects matching up against players with NBA-caliber length and athleticism -- it seems foolish to cover your eyes and throw tournament performances out the window (like some suggest because of past overreactions).

Players are judged on their overall body of work, including workouts, interviews, background intel, measurements and medical examinations. But it's difficult not to think we learned as much about the draft in the past two weekends as we have at any other point.

Here's the latest on prospects rising and falling in our top 100 rankings.

Zion Williamson | F | Duke

Top 100 draft rankings: No. 1

The unanimous No. 1 pick put forth yet another tremendous performance, capping off what has been maybe the most impressive freshman season we've seen from a prospect in the one-and-done era. Although he looked out of sorts at times in the first half, Williamson almost led the Blue Devils to victory with 24 points, 14 rebounds, three steals and three blocks. Williamson did virtually everything he could in the second half to set the Blue Devils up for a win, eventually deferring a bit to RJ Barrett down the stretch. He attacked defensive rebounds in traffic, knocked down a wing and corner 3, roasted Michigan State's bigs from the perimeter and made plays all over the floor defensively. While he looked human for stretches when his jumper wasn't falling and Michigan State matched his physicality, Williamson still found ways to impact the game. Through four tournament games, Williamson averaged 26 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.8 blocks while shooting 67.8 percent from 2 and 41.2 percent from 3.

There's not much left to say about Williamson that hasn't already been covered. He's a generational talent who's entering the NBA at the perfect time, when positions are less defined and versatility is king. Just imagine how lethal he'll be as a mismatch driver on an NBA-spaced floor in a more up-tempo game. Even if Williamson's 3-ball isn't consistent early, he can hang his hat on his motor, physical gifts and tremendous feel. For as sky-high as his upside is, Williamson's floor is right up there with the top picks we've seen in the past 15 years. He'll be a savior for whichever team wins the lottery on May 14. -- Schmitz

RJ Barrett | G | Duke

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 3

Barrett was having an excellent game until the wheels fell off for Duke late and he was forced to go into save-the-world mode, something that hasn't gotten the best results. Barrett had 18 assists in two games this weekend, operating as Duke's primary ball handler and facilitator and showing quite a bit of trust in his teammates, moving the ball ahead in transition and whipping it around in the half court. He made a number of outstanding reads showing terrific timing and patience operating out of the pick-and-roll. His team couldn't convert all those good looks, and Barrett turned the ball over a season-high seven times. He also went 3-of-6 from 3 -- something he doesn't always do consistently (31 percent shooter) -- bringing his total of 3-point makes to 73 on the season, seventh highest among college players in our top 100.

Barrett likely will never be asked to share the floor with as many non-shooters as he did on this poorly constructed Duke team, which made it much easier for opposing defenses to pack the paint and force him to navigate tight spaces while not possessing elite shooting ability himself. Playing the entire season as an 18-year-old and successfully transitioning from a wing to a full-time guard, Barrett will benefit from the experience he gained from this outsized role in Duke's deep tournament run.

Although some may consider the way the season ended a disappointment, it's hard not to be excited about the way Barrett can control the game at 6-7 with his shot creation prowess, court vision and scoring instincts. With his mentality, work ethic and age, it's likely only a matter of time until he improves on his deficiencies as a shooter, finisher and decision maker and ultimately becomes a real difference maker in the NBA -- something that will probably happen relatively early in his career.

Jarrett Culver | G/F | Texas Tech

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 5

Culver didn't have his best weekend, needing 38 shots to generate 41 points, but he did enough to help Texas Tech advance to the Final Four. Culver's jumper has been off in 2019, as he has made just 26 percent of his 3-pointers, which is concerning considering how much he struggled to get by Brandon Clarke, Rui Hachimura and Charles Matthews off the dribble. Still, Culver is much more than a scorer, as he generates a lot of offense for teammates with his court vision and creativity. He's also a plus defender on and off the ball and an outstanding rebounder.

Just having turned 20 with terrific size, length and IQ, Culver is a late bloomer, but he will want to finish the season on a strong note to solidify his case as a potential top-five pick. -- Givony

De'Andre Hunter | F | Virginia

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 6

With little league-wide consensus behind Zion Williamson, Ja Morant and RJ Barrett, the door has been open for a clear No. 4 prospect to emerge. Hunter is quickly playing himself out of contention, as his so-so feel, streaky shooting and somewhat limited upside have stood out more than ever over the past three games. During this stretch Hunter is averaging just 10.3 points, 4 rebounds and 1 assist in 35 minutes. Hunter's defense hasn't wavered, as he has checked up to four positions with outstanding technique, containing dribble penetration as impressively as any 6-8, 230-pound player in the country. He also has been active off the ball, rotating with verticality plays that often aren't registered as blocks.

But Hunter has looked lost offensively, lacking confidence in his catch-and-shoot 3 and struggling to create much offense from the mid-post or perimeter when he does choose to attack. Because of the nature of his release, opponents have been able to run Hunter off his spots. When he does shoot, there has been nothing fluid about his stroke considering his 42.4 3-point percentage, suggesting that he's best as an NBA 4. He remains a bit clunky as a ball-handler and lacks some creativity as a facilitator.

NBA spacing will help Hunter, and he has the potential to become an All-NBA defender in time. He's a high-floor, low-volume prospect likely to impact winning at a fairly high level -- somewhat in the OG Anunoby mold, though not quite as bouncy. But does Hunter have enough long-term upside for teams to feel comfortable using a top-five pick on him? He hasn't given NBA scouts reasons to think so, looking more realistically like an option in the Nos. 6-10 range. -- Schmitz

Cam Reddish | F | Duke

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 7

After returning from knee tendinitis that surprisingly kept him out against Virginia Tech, Reddish put forth a typically uneven performance (eight points on eight shots in 37 minutes) in a loss to Michigan State. Reddish was strong out of the gate, defending as well as he had all season and crashing the glass with energy. He covered ground impressively on closeouts, bothered shooters and really put his 6-9 frame and 7-foot wingspan to good use against Aaron Henry. Reddish also hit a pull-up 3, got to the line and moved the ball around the perimeter unselfishly.

But as the pressure mounted, Reddish vanished, attempting only one shot in the final 10 minutes and opting to defer or settle even when he had an advantage. He did knock down a second pick-and-roll pull-up 3 that only even a handful of 6-9 NBA players can make with consistency, but his willingness to fade into the background when his teammates needed him most is alarming for NBA teams that see him as a potential top-five pick and franchise cornerstone. This Duke team needed Reddish in the worst way, but he was unable to answer, capping off what has been a wildly inconsistent freshman season. Reddish certainly had his high points, with a game winner at Florida State and a few other timely 3s and NBA-caliber moves. When he has it going, he's as smooth as any player in the 2019 class, and he figures to look more fluid in an open NBA game. But Reddish's lows were ugly at times, as he failed to reach double-digit scoring in 13 games and finished the season with a 2-point percentage under 40.

Given his shooting stroke and impressive physical profile, Reddish is built for the pre-draft process, and he could surely entice teams in the top five with his size and skill level, as there's no clear hierarchy outside the top three. While he's an intriguing option for a team like the Atlanta Hawks that could slot him in as a third or fourth option, organizations in need of a primary option won't be encouraged by his tournament performance. -- Schmitz

Coby White | G | UNC

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 10

White has quite a few fans in NBA circles thanks to his aggressiveness, scoring prowess and intriguing fit in the modern game. The likely final game of his college career didn't go according to plan, as White shot just 4-of-15 from the field and was repeatedly lit up defensively in a 97-80 beatdown by Auburn. White still had his fair share of highlights, showing impressive quickness, body control and creativity in transition and accelerating out of pick-and-rolls -- leading to eight FT attempts (second-most in his career). He also showed glimpses of shot-making ability inside the arc that makes him so intriguing as a 6-foot-5 combo guard, though he was cold from the perimeter overall, bringing his season average to just 35 percent.

White's frenetic style of play, streaky shooting, negative wingspan, porous defense and propensity for live-ball turnovers make him a tough sell as a starting PG for some NBA evaluators, drawing a range of comparisons from Jamal Murray to Brandon Knight. In a weak guard class, he has firmly established himself as the third best prospect after Ja Morant and Darius Garland, and has a good chance to hear his name called in the lottery with a strong pre-draft process. -- Givony

Brandon Clarke | F/C | Gonzaga

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 12

One of the more divisive prospects in the draft, Clarke ended his Gonzaga career with an 18-point, 12-rebound, 2-block, 6-turnover effort in a loss to Texas Tech. Clarke's defensive versatility was on full display, as Mark Few regularly threw him onto Culver and he looked comfortable chasing around the wing -- even if he doesn't have the most sound defensive fundamentals. While he gives up more angles to the basket than you'd hope, Clarke proved more than capable of containing penetration against wings and guards while flashing his quickness and rim protection. He stands out as one of the best sub-7-foot-wingspan shot-blockers we've ever evaluated. He put on a verticality clinic against FSU, a skill that should translate well to the NBA. Clarke has occasional defensive lapses, as he simply hasn't played all that much high-level ball basketball, but he covers up any technique mistakes with energy, effort and natural instincts. Offensively, Clarke did most of his damage around the rim, finishing uncontested dunks while also dropping in touch shots. He has proven more than capable of passing out of short-rolls or dribble-handoffs, as he has a good feel for his role.

Clarke still plays mostly 15 feet in and doesn't have much off-the-dribble game, as he has too often reliant on hard pound dribbles to his left before spinning back to his right. Some teams see Clarke as a highly productive energy guy who lacks NBA upside given his size and so-so shooting, while others place more value on his basketball instincts, versatility and winning impact as a potential lottery pick. How Clarke shoots the ball in workouts will likely play a role in his stock, but at the very least he projects as a better Jordan Bell at the NBA level. -- Schmitz

PJ Washington | F | Kentucky

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 15

Washington ended his collegiate career on a high note, notching 28 points, 13 rebounds and two blocks in 37 minutes in an OT loss to Auburn. Washington did a lot of his damage from the midpost, taking advantage of Danjel Purifoy's subpar defense with aggressive jab-step drives to his left to earn 11 trips to the free throw line, while also spinning back to his left shoulder for right-handed jump hooks with soft touch. While he did a fair amount of his damage in the paint, Washington also flashed modern attributes with two catch-and-shoot 3s as well as a grab-and-go kickout in transition. Despite the stellar showing, Washington hit a snag late, as his power game was met with Horace Spencer's length and he committed a couple costly turnovers.

Defensively, Washington was a mixed bag, showing his potential when engaged while also not playing with consistent energy. He put together a couple of nice possessions bothering Harper on the perimeter, made plays with his length in the passing lanes and rotated for two impressive blocks. But he gave up a few uncontested layups when he was in a position to give help and his overall defensive motor remains a work in progress. Washington helped himself overall, and it's easy to pencil him in as a reliable NBA big man given his length and modern attributes, as he finished the season shooting better than 42 percent from 3. So long as his health checks out and he continues to shoot the ball well in workouts, Washington should get looks in the late lottery, sporting one of the higher floors among prospects in his draft range at 6-8 with a 7-3 wingspan. -- Schmitz

Tyler Herro | G | Kentucky

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 17

Herro was on an upward trajectory going into the Elite Eight but had a somewhat disappointing showing in possibly the final game of his college career, scoring seven points on 11 attempts and having quite a few ugly moments defensively in which he was unable to contain Auburn's terrific guards. That came on the heels of one of the best games of his college career in the Sweet 16 against Houston, in which he made the go-ahead basket -- a clutch, contested 3-pointer highlighting his aggressive approach and shot-making prowess.

Herro's jumper wasn't falling against Auburn, as he hit just one of his five 3-point attempts, bringing his season average to 35.5 percent. That number isn't inspiring considering shooting likely will be his calling card at the NBA level. He did convert an astounding 94 percent of his free throw attempts as well as quite a few midrange pull-ups, and he sports gorgeous shooting mechanics both with his feet set and off the dribble. There's plenty of room for optimism. But after a scorching February in which he hit 51 percent of his 3s, it was a little disappointing to see Herro shoot just 25.7 percent in March. Perhaps more concerning was the way Herro struggled to stay in front of quicker guards on the perimeter against both Houston and Auburn. While he's energetic and competitive with a sound feel, his negative wingspan was certainly a factor in trying to contest jump shots, and the way he was repeatedly burned off the dribble for easy baskets was a little alarming.

While Herro's inconsistency on both ends of the floor may put a damper on his lottery aspirations, there is a need for skilled, competitive guards who can play pick-and-roll, create open shots for teammate and shoot on the move. He could really help himself in the pre-draft process. -- Givony

Rui Hachimura | F | Gonzaga

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 18

Hachimura's college career came concluded with a strong performance in the tournament's second weekend in which he totaled 39 points and 10 rebounds on 32 attempts in 66 minutes. Hachimura, who played just 4.6 MPG as a freshman, showed just how much he has developed, not being afraid to put Gonzaga on his back and ferociously attack strong defenses. Hachimura's outstanding physical tools were on full display, as was his ability to attack in a straight line in transition or the full-court, as well as his improved defense in a series of impressive possessions staying in front of Culver. His deficiencies were also evident, namely his lack of offensive efficiency stemming from his Carmelo Anthony-esqe shot-profile, his head-down style of attacking and occasional lapses on the glass and off the ball defensively.

Hachmiura is not the most instinctive player around, and there are questions about his reliable NBA skills and potential at age 21. The fact that he still doesn't show consistent range on his jumper (just 36 3-point attempts in 37 games) also isn't ideal, but there's no shortage of NBA executives who are enamored with his frame, athleticism, scoring instincts and late-bloomer upside. Hachimura will be an interesting player to track in the pre-draft process, as opinions of where he should be picked vary from team to team. Some say he should be a lock for the top 10, while others consider him more of a late-first-rounder. -- Givony

Keldon Johnson | F | Kentucky

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 19

Johnson finished a somewhat underwhelming tournament (16 total points in his last two games) with a solid showing against Auburn, scoring 14 points on 13 attempts with 10 rebounds, three assists and zero turnovers. It has been an uneven season for the Kentucky freshman, who has looked a bit ordinary at times athletically and hasn't quite shown what he can hang his hat on at the NBA level. But there is still plenty to like about his strong frame, competitive approach and ability to make an open 3 with time and space. Johnson did a nice job against Auburn of finding angles to get to the rim methodically with his strength and aggressiveness. He also showed a lot of fight on the glass on both ends and kept his mistakes to a minimum, something that is important considering his role-player projection.

NBA teams have been a little underwhelmed with Johnson's shot-creation ability this season, as he is very power reliant, isn't much of a passer and doesn't make many shots off the dribble because of his rigid mechanics. Defensively, he is energetic but not particularly agile, rangy or instinctive, having a difficult time guarding smaller and quicker players. He doesn't have the type of length you might hope to project him as a small-ball 4.

Johnson will have to show there's more to his game in the pre-draft process than scouts were able to see with Kentucky's lack of spacing and uneven point guard play to revive his lottery hopes. Considering his youth (19), solid skill base and the growing demand for role-playing wings, he should comfortably project as a first-rounder regardless. -- Givony

Nickeil Alexander-Walker | G | Virginia Tech

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 22

The 20-year-old's collegiate career (likely) ended on a bit of a downswing as he finished with only 9 points in 28 minutes on 3-of-10 shooting in a narrow loss to Duke. In three tournament games, Alexander-Walker averaged 11.7 points and 4 assists in 32.7 minutes

Alexander-Walker proved to be at his best when he was moving the ball on the perimeter, defending with energy and making open spot-ups, rather than trying to create offense in the half court. At 6-6, the lanky guard has impressive vision, playing as a facilitator out of the post and via dribble-handoffs on the perimeter. Ranking in the 76th percentile on catch-and-shoot jumpers this season, Alexander-Walker is ultimately most efficient when he can hit 3s, attack closeouts and produce off the ball. He also showed he's more than capable on the defensive end, blocking an RJ Barrett step-back jumper and fighting over screens.

His shortcomings show up creating offense against set defenses, having issues beating Javin DeLaurier and Marques Bolden off the dribble, settling for step-back midrangers or killing his dribble in the paint. He lacks burst with the ball and his pull-up is on the slow side, forcing him to rely on a lot of low-percentage non-paint 2-pointers. Despite a down end to the season, he still deserves looks in the Nos. 15-20 range because of his positional size, vision, defensive versatility and touch. -- Schmitz

Grant Williams | F | Tennessee

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 24

Despite battling foul trouble in 29 minutes of action in a loss to Purdue, the 20-year-old junior put forth a typical outing, scoring in the interior, operating from the elbows and mid-post as a passer, switching ball screens comfortably and offering occasional rim protection, finishing with 21 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 blocks. Like with Clarke, NBA teams sound split on Williams. He lacks elite size, reach and perimeter skill yet he has a nose for the ball, he's been ultra-productive on a winning team and he offers the type of toughness and feel ideal for a modern role-playing big. The 6-7 Williams is one of only two NCAA players to have averaged at least 18 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal and 1 blocked shot this season. While he's had his struggles finishing against length and rebounding in a crowd, Williams' low center of gravity is immovable, and he has tremendous technique and awareness defensively, almost always in the right place off the ball while showing the ability to step out and slide on the perimeter

To go all in on Williams, teams will want to feel comfortable projecting him as a reliable NBA 3-point shooter down the road (31.8 percent on 44 attempts this season), making pre-draft workouts all that much more important for him. But should he opt to remain in the draft, Williams will be an attractive option as a late-first, early-second round option. He's overachieved relative to expectations at every level up until this point, and the NBA should be no different. -- Schmitz

Carsen Edwards | G | Purdue

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 25

Edwards had arguably the most impressive four-game stretch of any player in the history of the tournament. He almost single-handedly took down No. 1 Virginia with a remarkable 42-point performance. Edwards entered the NCAA record books with his 28 3s and 35 PPG, but it was the degree of difficulty of many of his attempts that was perhaps most notable -- pulling up from incredible vantage points off difficult moves and rising up from full speed off screens with incredible balance. Virginia put top defender De'Andre Hunter on him to no avail, as Edwards' ability to shoot off the dribble from Steph Curry range made him simply impossible to slow down. Edwards did not generate a single assist and was unable to execute the relatively complicated pass that Purdue's coaching staff drew up for the potential game-tying 3, hinting at the playmaking limitations that previously kept his draft stock in second round.

Edwards has a negative assist-to-turnover rate while standing at just 6-foot. He's an average defender at best and didn't find the same pull-up success before the tourney, hitting 36 percent of his off-the-dribble jumpers, according to Synergy Sports. NBA teams will have to weigh him shredding college defenses in the biggest setting of his career versus the fact that this was undoubtedly his absolute peak, something that can't be expected on a nightly basis. Nevertheless, Edwards will enter the draft process with significant momentum. He has the type of athleticism and Lou Williams-esqe shot-making prowess the league covets. He has entered the first round of our latest projections. -- Givony

Tre Jones | G | Duke

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 29

Jones played easily the best game of his college career in a Sweet 16 win over Virginia Tech (22 points, eight assists, zero turnovers, 5-of-7 on 3s), and then had one of his worst in Duke's narrow loss to Michigan State in the Elite Eight, with just four points on five attempts, with five assists and one turnover. Even that unexpected shooting barrage in the Sweet 16 brought Jones' 3-point percentage to just 26 percent on the season (27 total makes in 35 games), which wouldn't be as much of a concern if he had shown a little more prowess creating offense in the half court. Instead, he became largely a bit player as the season moved on, with his role mostly being bringing the ball up then dropping it off and spotting up in the corner. He sports by far the lowest usage rate of any college player in our top 100 at 15.4 percent, a number we've never seen from a player who went on to have a meaningful NBA career in the past 20 years. It has only occurred once with a point guard drafted in the first round (Kendall Marshall in 2012).

There's important context here, most notably Jones' age (19) and the fact that he played alongside two superstars in Williamson and Barrett, plus a future top-10 pick in Reddish. Jones' calling card in the NBA will be his defense, something that was on display at times with the way he was able to slow down Cassius Winston. His feel also stands out, but it was masked at times by his limited role.

Jones will be an interesting case study for just how much the NBA values scoring in the pace-and-space era, particularly from PGs. It's not out of the question that he finds more ways to put the ball in the basket as his career moves on, and the extent to which he's able to do so will play a significant role in the type of player he becomes. -- Givony

Mfiondu Kabengele | C | FSU

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 31

Kabengele turned in an uneven performance against Gonzaga, showcasing flashes of his incredible physicality, mobility, length and soft touch while also reminding scouts of his shaky feel and discipline. With possessions against both Clarke and Hachimura, Kabengele finished with 8 points, 7 rebounds, 2 blocks and 0 assists on 4-for-11 shooting. The 21-year-old made his presence felt with rebounding, defense and short-post turnarounds. Although he missed both of his spot 3s, his touch from distance was apparent.

But Kabengele did have some issues staying with Hachimura in space. Although he moves well, he lacks a degree of fundamentals defensively, often taking bad angles or gambling for steals. Kabengele can switch every screen while protecting the rim from the weakside when he plays with discipline. On the offensive end, Kabengele remains a little trigger-happy, and the fact that he didn't record one assist over his last seven games is concerning (though FSU's lack of shooting is a factor). While Kabengele may never be more than an average passer for his position, he's certain to look much better with NBA spacing.

The late-blooming Kabengele could use time to gain experience defending the perimeter, learn how to stop pick-and-rolls and develop half-court reads on offense. But his physicality and energy would allow him to see the floor early in his NBA career, buying him time to fine-tune the rest of his game. Kabengele opened some eyes over his last five games, averaging 24.8 points, 10.9 rebounds and 3.6 blocks per 40 minutes while shooting 56.4 percent from 2 and 50 percent from 3. Should he enter the draft, he'll get legitimate first-round looks. -- Schmitz

Admiral Schofield | F | Tennessee

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 33

The 22-year-old senior turned in an up and down performance in a loss to Purdue, showing his so-so feel and clunky handle in the first half before dialing in a huge second-half performance to finish with 21 points on 15 shots. When the strong 6-5 Schofield is making shots with range, it's easy to see him sticking as a modern combo forward who offers defensive physicality and floor spacing. Schofield splashed a few on-the-hop 3s from deep against Purdue, and he even made a few basic reads out of the mid-post. But when Schofield starts turning down catch-and-shoot 3s, his limitations as a ball-handler and advanced facilitator really show, and he functions more as a physical defender.

If Schofield's career 38.8 3-point percentage on 472 attempts is any indication, he should be able to develop into a reliable floor spacer while offering enough resistance on the other end, making him an intriguing option early in the second round (in the Semi Ojeleye mold). His winning pedigree and toughness should allow him to maximize his potential long-term. -- Schmitz

Louis King | F | Oregon

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 36

The 19-year-old King (standing 6-8 with a 7-0 wingspan) proved to be one of the tournament's biggest winners, averaging 16.3 points in Oregon's three-game run while cashing 11-of-18 triples. He flew around in Oregon's matchup zone, showing some glimpses of defensive potential after struggling on that end of the floor in the regular season. Given his tools, ability to knock down a standstill 3 and his potential to maybe defend multiple positions, there's certainly a market for King, which likely starts at the tail end of the first round trickles into the late 30s.

It's also important not to overact to King's tournament, as he's still shooting 40.7 percent from 2 over his past five games. He hasn't shown much as a facilitator and there are some questions about his approach and injury history, having missed the start of the season due to knee surgery. His release is on the slower side, and it remains to be seen just how dynamic of a shooter he can become. The fact that King can handle in space as a mismatch forward and facilitate at times does bode well for his role-player potential. But too often we've seen him break off plays to go get his own, which he's not all that adept at doing given his high handle and center of gravity.

King certainly helped his stock in March. His medical report and background intel will go a long way in determining whether or not he can crack the first round. -- Schmitz

Chuma Okeke | F | Auburn

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 42

Okeke was in the midst of the best game of his college career on the biggest stage when tragedy struck and he injured himself on a nasty fall on the baseline, eventually revealed as a torn ACL. Now faced with the possibility of missing his entire junior season, Okeke will likely look to take advantage of the new rules allowing underclassmen to test the NBA draft waters with an agent.

Okeke's deensive versatility as a power forward combined with his ability to dribble, pass and shoot make him an ideal fit for today's NBA. It will be interesting to see if he can find a team in the second round who would be willing to take him onto its roster and rehab his injury, in hopes he can emerge as a steal. -- Givony

Naz Reid | F/C | LSU

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 50

Reid's tournament didn't do much to alleviate scout's concerns. Reid was pushed by the more physical frontcourt of Michigan State, struggling to get anything going offensively and finishing the game just 5-14 from the floor. He had some serious lapses defensively, having a difficult time navigating pick-and-rolls and getting caught asleep in his stance frequently off the ball. Reid always drops in a highlight reel play or two every game to keep you intrigued by his impressive combination of power and skill, but his underwhelming efficiency, poor passing ability, questionable body language and lack of intensity as a defender and rebounder are tough sells. -- Givony

Jared Harper | G | Auburn

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 59

Harper continued his tremendous tournament run, torching Kentucky's perimeter defense off the bounce while locking up on the other end, finishing with 26 points, 5 assists, 3 steals and 2 blocks. The 5-11 Harper played hard on defense, scrapped for rebounds, drew 11 free throw attempts and came up with huge plays to lift Auburn to the Final Four. Harper played a big role in limiting Kentucky's Tyler Herro to 3-for-11 shooting, and even tried his hand at checking 6-6 Keldon Johnson for stretches. Harper pressures the ball relentlessly and ignites fast breaks with purpose.

Kentucky couldn't keep him in front in the half court, thrown by the threat of his pull-up combined with his change of pace. Although he struggled to make pull-ups and can be a little trigger-happy, Harper still collapsed the defense regularly, and made quick decisions. While he's not physically imposing and struggles to pay in traffic at times (42.3 percent on 2s), Harper has played his way into the mid-to-late second round. He figures to be a nightmare cover with NBA space so long as he's shooting the ball well. We'll continue to learn more about the 21-year-old Harper's NBA projection against a stout defense in Virginia and point guard Ty Jerome. -- Schmitz

Jordan Poole | G | Michigan

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 64

The 19-year-old sophomore showed his shortcomings against Texas Tech, finishing with just eight points in 31 minutes. At 6-5 with a projectable frame and a smooth stroke, Poole has an intriguing long-term projection, but he showed why he's still far away from being able to help an NBA team. His decision-making often leaves much to be desired. He's contact-averse and could stand to add more ways to impact the game when his shot isn't falling. On the other side of the ball, he too often gets lost or gambles on the perimeter. There's no questioning Poole's talent, as he can really shoot it off the catch or bounce, while showing some occasional passing instincts as well. He made five or more 3s in five different games this season, while also flashing some defensive versatility. But Poole could use another year of high-level experience at Michigan to maximize his draft stock.

Should Poole opt to enter the draft he without question will garner workout interest and would likely hear his name called, but one more year of seasoning at Michigan would serve him well. -- Schmitz

Charles Matthews | F | Michigan

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 67

Despite the blowout, the 22-year-old wing had some impressive defensive possessions against Culver, who scored all nine of his buckets against other defenders. At 6-6 with great feet and decent length, Matthews is one of the better wing defenders in the country. But it's his offensive limitations that could keep him from hearing his name called in June and ultimately sticking in the NBA. Matthews still hasn't progressed as a shooter, finishing the season at 29.9 percent from 3, bringing his collegiate total to 30.1 percent on just 206 attempts. He sprayed corner 3 after corner 3 in the Sweet 16.

Although he has a decent feel for the game, he's not a particularly gifted ball-handler, so he's very much a one-sided player at this stage. Matthews does technically have one more year of eligibility, but at 22 years old it wouldn't be surprising to see him at least pursue a two-way contract. Wing defenders generally last longer in the NBA, so Matthews should have his chances to show he can improve shooting (a clear swing skill). -- Schmitz

Xavier Tillman | C | Michigan State

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 75

After seeing just nine MPG as a freshman, Tillman developed into the second-most important player on MSU's roster (behind Cassius Winston) as a sophomore, playing a huge role in the Spartans' run to the Final Four with 19 points, nine rebounds, two blocks and three steals in 29 minutes in Sunday's win over Duke. This came just two days after outplaying Naz Reid and LSU in the Sweet 16 in another extremely impressive performance. His ability to put a body on Zion Williamson in the post with his massive frame, huge wingspan and surprisingly nimble feet helped keep the projected No. 1 pick relatively contained by his own lofty standards. There was a noticeable drop-off in the minutes Tillman was forced to the bench because of foul trouble.

Tillman doesn't look like much of an NBA prospect at first glance, standing just 6-8 and playing mostly an earthbound, no-frills style of basketball as a powerful center. Dig deeper and there's more, as he has a high basketball IQ, outstanding instincts as a defender and rebounder and a tremendous motor. He has a chance to become a more prolific outside shooter in time, as he showed this past weekend by knocking down two of his three 3-point attempts with solid mechanics.

Tillman's unique statistical profile (excellent 2-point and free throw percentages, plus strong assist, steal, block and rebounding rates) and age (20) rate him favorably in different analytics models. Although his lack of size and average explosiveness may temper that enthusiasm to a degree, Tillman has done a nice job of putting himself on the NBA radar and could emerge as a more serious prospect as a junior in 2020 once he moves into the starting lineup full-time, particularly if he starts to take and make more 3s. -- Givony

Ignas Brazdekis | F | Michigan

Top 100 draft ranking: No. 88

Brazdekis was Michigan's sole bright spot during it's disheartening loss to Texas Tech, finishing with 17 points and 13 rebounds in 33 minutes. He attacked the rim aggressively and showed fight until the final buzzer in what could be his last game as a Wolverine. The 6-7 Brazdekis also showed his weaknesses, as he was beat off the dribble consistently, struggled mightily when heavily contested from 3 and left much to be desired as a facilitator.

Brazdekis deserves a lot of credit for how he has improved his body and his productive season averaging 14.8 points on 57.9 percent true shooting. He could certainly hear his name called in the back end of the second round with a strong pre-draft process, but questions still remain about how the 20-year-old Brazdekis moves the needle on an NBA floor. His confidence, aggressiveness and ambidexterity as a straight-line driver are certainly positives, but he'll need to become a much more consistent shooter (career 32.2 percent from 3 on 410 attempts) and more adept passer to make up for his lack of length (6-8 wingspan) and foot speed on the defensive end of the floor. -- Schmitz

Dejon Jarreau | G | Houston

Top 100 draft rankings: NR

Jarreau played just 12 minutes against Kentucky, not far off his season average of 18, but proved to be one of the more interesting prospects on the floor physically. He will go into his redshirt junior season in prime position to establish himself as a legitimate NBA prospect. Jarreau plays PG despite standing 6-5 in shoes. This season, he averaged 20 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists per-40 minutes pace adjusted with 1.3 steals and 1.1 blocks. He has a lanky frame, smooth athleticism and the ability to operate at different speeds, while also making a significant impact on the defensive end with his tools.

Identified as a top-50 high school recruit before entering college in 2016, Jarreau has always been considered a talent but still has to show significant improvement with his frame, jumper and decision-making ability. This will be an important summer for him. -- Givony