Update (6:26 p.m. ET): This mock NBA draft has live updates with the latest intel, including the Atlanta Hawks moving up to acquire the No. 4 pick from the New Orleans Pelicans and the Minnesota Timberwolves moving up for No. 6 via the Phoenix Suns.
With the 2019 NBA draft (Thursday, 7 p.m. ET on ESPN) approaching, what are the likely picks in both rounds?
We'll attempt to break down how the draft might shape up with our latest mock. Check back here throughout the day for our latest projections:
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1. New Orleans Pelicans
Zion Williamson
Duke
Age: 18.9
F
Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 272
Williamson emerged as both the best player in college basketball and the best long-term prospect in this draft class the moment he stepped onto the court for Duke, making him the easy choice as the No. 1 pick. We've never seen a prospect quite like him in terms of his combination of productivity, athleticism, competitiveness, skill and feel for the game -- not to mention the sheer star power he'll bring.
The big question now is how New Orleans will build around Williamson moving forward. Jrue Holiday, Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram and Josh Hart make up a strong group following the Anthony Davis trade.
ESPN NBA draft analyst Mike Schmitz analyzes Zion Williamson's chances to be a dynamic point-center in the NBA.
2. Memphis Grizzlies
Ja Morant
Murray State
Age: 19.8
G
Height: 6-foot-3 | Weight: 170
Morant's emergence from no-name high school recruit to NCAA tournament darling was one of the better stories of the college basketball season. He is one of the best athletes in this draft. He is a highly creative and ambidextrous passer who should fit into the NBA game seamlessly with his ability to navigate pick-and-rolls and make plays in the open floor. He is a better shooter than he gets credit for, though his casual approach to defense and decision-making sometimes works against him.
On Wednesday, Memphis agreed to trade long-time point guard Mike Conley, clearing the way for Morant to take the keys to the franchise alongside Jaren Jackson Jr.
ESPN NBA draft analyst Mike Schmitz explains how RJ Barrett's circumstances might have held him back at Duke.
3. New York Knicks
RJ Barrett
Duke
Age: 19.0
G/F
Height: 6-foot-7 | Weight: 208
Barrett broke Duke and ACC freshman scoring records while being named a consensus first-team All-American, even if he was lost in the shadow of Williamson at times. Barrett emerged as Duke's full-time playmaker as the season moved on, showing impressive passing ability operating out of pick-and-rolls, something that will serve him well in the NBA once he is surrounded by better shooters. He was inconsistent from the perimeter, he demonstrated questionable decision-making and shot selection at times, and he wasn't the defender his physical tools suggest he should have been at the college level.
The presumptive No. 1 pick going into the season, Barrett is one of the few players in this draft who can embrace the spotlight of Madison Square Garden and is actually a very good fit for the Knicks' roster. He'll be able to shoulder significant ballhandling duties if the Knicks decide to continue to rebuild slowly through the draft, but he also could play with a star free agent.
4. Atlanta Hawks (via Lakers)
De'Andre Hunter
Virginia
Age: 21.5
F
Height: 6-foot-8 | Weight: 222
The Hawks packaged multiple picks to move up to No. 4, a selection the Pelicans acquired in the Anthony Davis deal.
Hunter had one of the best national championship performances in recent memory, dropping 27 points and nine rebounds while converting 4 of 5 3-pointers, including some clutch shots late. He had already established himself as one of the best defenders in the college game.
He brings positional versatility with long arms, elite lateral quickness and outstanding instincts. While he has some clear limitations offensively as a shot-creator and likely isn't the 3-point shooter his college numbers suggest, his game is made for the modern NBA, and there's a comfort level in his high floor.
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5. Cleveland Cavaliers
Darius Garland
Vanderbilt
Age: 19.3
G
Height: 6-foot-3 | Weight: 173
Garland likely has the highest upside of any player left on the board, and he is a good enough shooter to share the backcourt with another ball handler like Collin Sexton.
Garland's freshman season ended abruptly due to a knee injury just five games in, leaving a cloud of mystery regarding exactly what to expect from him as an NBA rookie. Nevertheless, there's a lot to like about his ability to operate at different speeds, handle the ball on a string and make pull-up jumpers from difficult vantage points.
ESPN NBA draft analyst Mike Schmitz breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of former Virginia guard De'Andre Hunter.
6. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Suns)
Coby White
North Carolina
Age: 19.3
G
Height: 6-foot-5 | Weight: 191
The Wolves agreed to trade No. 11 and Dario Saric to move up to No. 6
White was somewhat of an afterthought in recruiting circles among guard prospects in this class, but he was able to take advantage of the green light he received in Roy Williams' system and his seemingly unlimited confidence to jump into the lottery.
His impressive size, open-court quickness and shot-making ability make him an ideal fit in the modern NBA game, and he should make strides as a passer and defender as he continues to gain strength and experience.
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7. Chicago Bulls
Jarrett Culver
Texas Tech
Age: 20.3
G
Height: 6-foot-7 | Weight: 194
Culver helped Texas Tech overachieve significantly in reaching the national championship game. Although he struggled at times in the NCAA tournament, there is quite a bit to like about what he brings on both ends of the floor.
Culver has the versatility to slide between any of the backcourt spots, and he's an active defender and rebounder. He displayed impressive shot-making and shot-creation prowess en route to winning Big 12 Player of the Year. A slow release on his jump shot and average explosiveness beating defenders off the dribble are things he'll have to address in the pre-draft process, but he has as high a floor as any prospect and plenty of room to grow, considering his youth and late-blooming trajectory.
8. New Orleans Pelicans (via Hawks)
Jaxson Hayes
Texas
Age: 19.0
C
Height: 7 feet | Weight: 219
Hayes came into the season as a complete unknown after hitting a significant growth spurt in high school and registering little productivity prior to college. He proved to be a high-end NBA prospect early on, thanks to his phenomenal physical tools, mobility and instincts on both ends of the floor, cementing himself as the top center prospect in the draft.
Hayes' lack of experience, relatively raw offensive game and still developing feel likely will relegate him to project status for most NBA teams, but that shouldn't be too much of a deterrent at this point in the draft.
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9. Washington Wizards
Sekou Doumbouya
Limoges
Age: 18.4
F
Height: 6-foot-9 | Weight: 210
Doumbouya rebounded from a slow start with a very productive season in Pro A France since returning from a hand injury. He has outstanding physical tools for a modern-day NBA forward -- particularly defensively, where he shows significant potential -- and he has a projectable skill level offensively.
Doumbouya validated that strong performance with an impressive showing at his pro day in Dallas this month followed by good private workouts with teams in the mid--to-late lottery.
10. Atlanta Hawks (via Mavericks)
Cam Reddish
Duke
Age: 19.7
F
Height: 6-foot-8 | Weight: 208
Reddish is one of the biggest enigmas of this draft class, as he rarely produced up to his talent level as a freshman and mysteriously missed an NCAA tournament game.
Still, his combination of size, length, fluidity and perimeter shooting ability is highly intriguing in a draft that is lacking deep star power.
11. Phoenix Suns (via Wolves)
Nassir Little
North Carolina
Age: 19.3
F
Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 224
The former top-five recruit saw his stock drop after an inconsistent freshman season, but he has appeared to have worked his way back into the lottery with a strong pre-draft process, particularly by showing better outside shooting potential.
Little's toughness, athleticism and long-term potential will be attractive to an organization that is attempting to reboot its culture after the dismissal of head coach Tom Thibodeau and the hiring of a new decision-maker in Gersson Rosas.
ESPN NBA draft analyst Mike Schmitz analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of former North Carolina Tar Heels guard Coby White.
12. Charlotte Hornets
Rui Hachimura
Gonzaga
Age: 21.3
F
Height: 6-foot-9 | Weight: 234
The Hornets are fairly shallow at the power forward position, with Marvin Williams possessing a player option on the final year of his contract and not much else in terms of long-term building blocks outside of undersized Miles Bridges.
Hachimura is blessed with outstanding physical tools and impressive athletic ability. He brings the type of character and work ethic that this franchise typically values. His ability to play both small forward and power forward in different lineup configurations with Bridges should be appealing to Charlotte.
Hachimura has had a fairly mysterious draft process, skipping the NBA combine and not conducting any publicized private workouts with NBA teams, leading some to believe he may have a promise from a team drafting later in teens.
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13. Miami Heat
PJ Washington
Kentucky
Age: 20.8
F
Height: 6-foot-8 | Weight: 230
Miami has a clogged salary sheet and very little star power to show for it, making this an important draft. A rebuild might be around the corner, considering this aging roster and the limited options for improvement in the short term.
With Bam Adebayo likely being suited to seeing significant minutes at the center position, it's difficult to point to another long-term option at the power forward spot that the team can build around, which could make a player in Washington's mold make sense.
Washington has the length to defend multiple positions on the interior, he can stretch the floor from the perimeter and he brings plenty of long-term upside. His toughness and versatility will fit well on any team.
14. Boston Celtics (via Kings)
Tyler Herro
Kentucky
Age: 19.4
G
Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 192
The Celtics could lose quite a bit of firepower in the backcourt with Kyrie Irving and Terry Rozier off to free agency and neither player being a lock to return. That makes drafting a combo guard such as Herro -- who can play pick-and-roll, make shots while set or on the move and bring competitiveness and feel -- appealing here.
Herro has slowly moved up draft boards with strong workouts and interviews, given the dearth of shooting in a league that desperately covets dynamic players in his mold.
15. Detroit Pistons
Goga Bitadze
Buducnost
Age: 19.9
C
Height: 6-foot-11 | Weight: 251
With Andre Drummond potentially entering the final year of his contract, the Pistons might contemplate adding a big man they can start to develop long term.
Bitadze has been extremely productive at the highest levels of competition outside the NBA in the Euroleague. His excellent skill level offensively -- including his budding ability to stretch the floor -- is attractive, given his combination of size and reach, especially since he has yet to turn 20.
16. Orlando Magic
Romeo Langford
Indiana
Age: 19.6
F
Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 202
The Magic have needs at the guard and wing spots, which could cause the team to look at adding a young player at that position via the draft.
Langford will be one of the players under consideration for any teams in the teens in need of shot-creation. The Indiana freshman played most of the season with a torn ligament in his shooting hand, but he displayed impressive glimpses of potential as a ballhandler and scorer operating out of the pick-and-roll.
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17. New Orleans Pelicans (via Nets)
Brandon Clarke
Gonzaga
Age: 22.7
F
Height: 6-foot-8 | Weight: 207
Clarke will turn 23 prior to his first NBA game, and he was one of the most productive players in college basketball this past season, meaning he should be ready to step in and help right away.
He also has some untapped upside left thanks to his freakish athleticism and budding shooting ability, and he doesn't need any plays called for him.
18. Indiana Pacers
Nickeil Alexander-Walker
Virginia Tech
Age: 20.7
G
Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 204
A huge chunk of the Pacers' rotation is entering free agency this summer, including most of their wing depth, which could cause the team to look at adding a young player at that position via the draft.
Alexander-Walker is coming off an outstanding sophomore season, making significant strides on both ends of the floor.
He has the perimeter shooting ability, length, feel and versatility the Pacers could certainly use in their backcourt. Alexander-Walker would be an excellent option alongside a healthy Victor Oladipo, but he also could play with the likes of Darren Collison, Cory Joseph and Aaron Holiday.
19. San Antonio Spurs
Mfiondu Kabengele
Florida State
Age: 21.8
C
Height: 6-foot-10 | Weight: 256
With LaMarcus Aldridge entering his mid-30s, the Spurs don't have much in the way of frontcourt building blocks on the roster outside of Jakob Poeltl, who is entering the final year of his rookie contract after playing just 17 minutes per game last season.
Kabengele made huge strides in his sophomore season, and he is on an impressive trajectory, considering his late-bloomer status. He was able to alleviate the concerns teams had about his medical outlook (he wore braces on both knees all season) by reportedly receiving a clean bill of health at the NBA combine.
20. Boston Celtics (via Clippers)
Bol Bol
Oregon
Age: 19.5
C
Height: 7-foot-3 | Weight: 208
General manager Danny Ainge has never been afraid to take a gamble on a risky prospect that other NBA teams decided to pass on due to injuries, character concerns or other reasons. Bol's broken foot, skinny frame and the questions about his approach to the game have caused his stock to slip, but there is little doubt that his talent looked worthy of a top-10 pick before he got injured in December.
If he pans out, he could bring much-needed 3-point shooting and rim protection to the roster.
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21. Oklahoma City Thunder
Nic Claxton
Georgia
Age: 20.1
C
Height: 7-foot-0 | Weight: 217
There's a significant amount of chatter around the NBA about the Thunder's interest in Claxton, though it's not clear if they've made him a draft promise.
Claxton has been steadily moving up draft boards thanks to his intriguing combination of length, mobility, defensive versatility and perimeter skill, even if it's clear that his body will need to fill out significantly to handle the rigors of NBA big men.
The Thunder also might look to make a trade centering around packaging players to reduce their luxury tax bill.
22. Boston Celtics
Chuma Okeke
Team: Auburn
Age: 20.8
F
Height: 6-foot-7 | Weight: 233
Most teams don't expect Boston to hold on to all three of their first-round picks. But if the Celtics are drafting in this range, Okeke is one player they might target. They can afford to take a swing on his high upside, as he was beginning to flash lottery-level potential before tearing his ACL in the NCAA tournament.
At this stage of the draft, the rewards probably outweigh the risks. Okeke is a switchy forward who can play pick-and-roll, make an outside shot and bring a solid feel for the game.
23. Memphis Grizzlies (via Jazz)
Bruno Fernando
Team: Maryland
Age: 20.8
C
Height: 6-foot-10 | Weight: 237
With Jonas Valanciunas entering free agency, adding a center to put alongside and/or behind Jaren Jackson Jr. could be a priority for the Grizzlies.
Fernando has helped his stock quite a bit with a series of strong workouts, showing elite physical tools and proving to be a much better perimeter shooter than he demonstrated in college. He's a mature player who should be ready to contribute fairly soon, and he might be able to play in some bigger lineups thanks to his improved range.
24. Philadelphia 76ers
Matisse Thybulle
Washington
Age: 22.2
SF
Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 201
The Sixers are flush with creators and scoring at every position, but they could stand to add some defensive versatility on the wing. A player such as Thybulle, arguably the best perimeter defender in college basketball, could fit well, especially since he's a willing ball mover who will have no issue deferring to the team's plethora of stars.
Add the fact that he's a senior -- and thus more in line with the Sixers' timetable -- and he makes a lot of sense.
25. Portland Trail Blazers
KZ Okpala
Stanford
Age: 20.1
F
Height: 6-foot-10 | Weight: 210
Okpala had a late start to basketball, and he is raw in terms of his strength and understanding of the game. However, his physical tools are impressive, and the flashes he has shown as a slasher, defender and perimeter shooter make him worth a long-term investment.
26. Cleveland Cavaliers (via Rockets)
Ty Jerome
Virginia
Age: 21.9
G
Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 194
No player in this draft fits the style of play of new head coach John Beilein more than Jerome. The national champion combo guard also fits a real positional need on the roster, as the Cavs don't have much in the way of long-term building blocks besides last year's lottery pick Collin Sexton, who is very much a score-first guard.
Jerome's tremendous basketball IQ, perimeter shooting ability and competitiveness stand out at this point in the draft. It helps that he has a built-in relationship with Cavs GM Koby Altman, dating back years.
27. Brooklyn Nets (via Nuggets)
Keldon Johnson
Kentucky
Age: 19.6
F
Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 216
The Nets are always looking for tough-minded players who can make outside shots and defend multiple positions.
Although his struggles creating offense off the dribble caused his stock to fall somewhat, Johnson won't need to be much of a ball handler with a plethora of guards running the show in Brooklyn.
28. Golden State Warriors
Eric Paschall
Villanova
Age: 22.6
F
Height: 6-foot-7 | Weight: 254
The Warriors will need to be creative in adding young, cheap players to their somewhat shallow rotation, considering their luxury-tax situation.
Paschall is one of the more ready prospects in this draft class, turning 23 in November, with a chiseled physique and an impressive national championship pedigree. Paschall's athleticism, toughness, perimeter shooting ability and defensive versatility will fit right into Golden State's roster.
29. San Antonio Spurs (via Raptors)
Darius Bazley
Team: N/A
Age: 19.0
F
Height: 6-foot-9 | Weight: 208
Bazley has had a terrific pre-draft process in which he demonstrated an improved frame, a more consistent shooting stroke and a more polished and refined skill set than you would expect considering his age and the fact that he sat out the season. Bazley's potential as a multi-position defender who can handle the ball in spurts and make an open shot is intriguing considering his size.
30. Detroit Pistons (via Bucks)
Cameron Johnson
UNC
Age: 23.2
F
Height: 6-foot-9 | Weight: 205
Detroit acquired this pick on the eve of the draft, while also taking on Tony Snell's contract.
Johnson was one of the best shooters in college basketball. He also has excellent size and a high basketball IQ.
As one of the oldest players projected to be drafted, he should be ready to immediately contribute to this Pistons squad -- a team that is in dire need of his outside shooting.
Second round
31. Nets
Kevin Porter Jr. | G | Age: 19.1 | USC
32. Pacers
Grant Williams | PF | Age: 20.5 | Tennessee
33. 76ers
Dylan Windler | SF | Age: 22.7 | Belmont
34. 76ers
Luguentz Dort | SG | Age: 20.1 | ASU
35. Pelicans
Luka Samanic | PF | Age: 19.4 | Olimpija Ljubljana
36. Hornets
Carsen Edwards | PG | Age: 21.2 | Purdue
37. Mavericks
Terence Davis | SG | Age: 22.0 | Mississippi
38. Bulls
Talen Horton-Tucker | SF | Age: 18.5 | Iowa State
39. Pelicans
Admiral Schofield | SF/PF | Age: 22.2 | Tennessee
40. Kings
Daniel Gafford | C | Age: 20.7 | Arkansas
41. Warriors
Alen Smailagic | PF/C | Age: 18.8 | Santa Cruz
42. 76ers
Jordan Poole | PG/SG | Age: 19.9 | Michigan
43. Timberwolves
Isaiah Roby | PF | Age: 21.3 | Nebraska
44. Heat
DaQuan Jeffries | SG | Age: 21.7 | Tulsa
45. Pistons
Deividas Sirvydis | SF | Age: 19.0 | Lietuvos Rytas
46. Magic
Naz Reid | PF/C | Age: 19.8 | LSU
47. Kings
Tremont Waters | PG | Age: 21.4 | LSU
48. Clippers
Joshua Obiesie | PG/SG | Age: 19.0 | Wuerzburg
49. Spurs
Marcos Louzada Silva | SF | Age: 19.9 | Franca
50. Pacers
Jontay Porter | C | Age: 19.5 | Missouri
51. Celtics
Shamorie Ponds | PG | Age: 20.9 | St. John's
52. Hornets
Jalen Lecque | PG/SG | Age: 19.0 | Brewster Academy
53. Jazz
Zach Norvell | SG | Age: 21.5 | Gonzaga
54. 76ers
Louis King | SF/PF | Age: 20.1 | Oregon
55. Knicks
Zylan Cheatham | PF | Age: 23.5 | Arizona State
56. Clippers
Miye Oni | SF | Age: 21.8 | Yale
57. Hawks
Jalen McDaniels | SF/PF | Age: 21.3 | San Diego State
58. Warriors
Jordan Bone | PG | Age: 21.6 | Tennessee
59. Raptors
Yovel Zoosman | SF | Age: 21.0 | Maccabi Tel Aviv
60. Kings
Adam Mokoka | SG | Age: 20.9 | Mega Bemax