2021 NBA Mock Draft 5.0 leading up to franchise changing night

Henry might not be the best shooter or ball-handler, but his defense, distribution, and willingness to get to the rim will make him a fan favorite for a New Orleans fanbase that is dying for someone to evolve into a perimeter stopper. His NBA ceiling will be determined based on how quickly he improves his outside game.

Gray is an old-school power forward who might be better suited to center work in the modern NBA. Sure, His 6-8, 260-pound frame paired with some subpar outside shooting might be a tough sell for some teams, but Dwane Casey has had success with players like that in the past. Gray’s rebounding, passing, and power should work well in Detroit.

New Orleans has enough draft picks to gamble on a player like Lewis. A former 5-star recruit who never quite put things together in college, Lewis is a show-stopping athlete who is already a standout defender. With enough improvements on his overall offensive game, he could be a steal.

While Mamukelashvili might not be a tremendous sell for teams that are looking for a traditional center, his lack of great interior defense is offset by his shooting, touch in the paint, and athletic ability. Given their solid interior depth, Indiana could be an ideal place for Sandro to work on his game.