US media reordered the top ten drafts in 2019: Two outscored drafts, Morant became the No. 1 pick, Poole s most unexpected
3:20pm, 26 June 2025Basketball
The 2019 draft can also be said to be a big new year, and the quality of the draft is very good now. If the No. 1 pick Zion could ensure the stability of his physical condition, this draft would be even better. A role model also has great potential, but it is also unlucky and there are constant storms on the outside. However, many very outstanding role players have emerged this year, and the US media has also re-ranked the top ten. Let’s take a look.
10th pick: Kobe White
Actual pick: 7th place
White has been in excellent form these seasons, showing his speed, agility and shooting ability in transition offense. Most teams like to choose young players like White. Although White spent some time gaining a foothold in the NBA, he then soared, averaging 15.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.8 assists in his career, and shooting 43.3% from the field.
9th pick: Naz Reed
Actual pick: undrafted
Reed lost in 19, but after signing a $42 million contract in 23 years and becoming a free agent, there will be a bigger contract waiting for him, winning the sixth man with a big figure, but having the style of playing on the wingers, excellent outside shooting ability, and an excellent finisher in the interior. He averaged 11.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists in his career, and 48.7% shooting percentage.
8th pick: Cameron Johnson
Actual pick: 11th place
Johnson was already 23 years old when he was selected, but the Suns still bet right. He is 2.03 meters tall and has excellent shooting ability. Now he is not just a fixed-point shooter. He can attract a lot of attention on the defensive end. Although it is difficult to become an All-Star, he has a relatively stable career. He averaged 12.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists in his career, and 45.3% shooting percentage.
7th pick: Lou Dort
Actual pick: Lou Dort is also one of the most impressive undraft stories in recent years. With his defensive ability at the best defensive lineup level and his vitality, he has earned more than $50 million in his career. His three-point shooting percentage has also improved greatly in the past two years, and his defensive ability is enough to ensure his lower limit. He averaged 12.2 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.6 assists in his career, and his shooting percentage is 40.8%.
6th pick: RJ Barrett
Actual pick: 3rd place
Barrett's weakness analysis before the draft also became a reality after entering the NBA. His finishing ability at the basket was poor and his outside shooting was not stable, which made it difficult for him to become a top player. However, it cannot be denied that he is still an excellent player, not a sub-competitive, but he has fallen, with a career average of 18.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 44.1% shooting percentage.
5th pick: Jordan Poole
Actual pick: 28
Poole is one of the most surprising players of this class. He is a player with limited defense but confident and efficient scoring. He helped the Warriors win the championship. The 28th pick far exceeded people's expectations. He experienced a two-year slump after winning the championship, but this season also played the best season of his career. He averaged 16.8 points, 2.7 rebounds and 3.8 assists in his career, and shot 42.2% from the field.
4th pick: Taylor Herro
Actual pick: 13th place
Herro was indeed the best choice for the Heat to choose at the 13th pick at the time. He was an excellent three-pointer and mid-range shooter. He grew up to be an All-Star scorer and an excellent organizer and rebounder, but he lacked some defense and finishing ability at the basket. He averaged 19.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists in his career, and 44.8% shooting percentage.
3rd pick: Zion Williamson
Actual pick: 1st pick at the time, Zion could only be Zion, who was talented, but after entering the league, he was disappointed and could not maintain his health. However, when he was on the court, the NFL offensive frontline-like body shape and explosive power allowed him to be selected into the best team, but the premise was to stay healthy. He averaged 24.7 points, 6.6 rebounds and 4.3 assists in his career, and shot 58.9% from the field.
2nd pick: Darius Garland
Actual pick: 5th place
Garland is an All-Star-level on-field commander with diverse scoring abilities, excellent vision and organizational abilities, making the Cavaliers a powerful player in the regular season. However, Garland himself has always had injuries, but in the Eastern Conference, he is one of the top guards, and his performance has far exceeded the fifth pick, averaging 18.9 points, 2.7 rebounds, 6.7 assists in his career, and 45.3% shooting percentage.
1st pick: Ja Morant
Actual pick: 2nd place
Morant also stood out in the 2019 draft. If it weren't for Zion's health problems, Morant's status would have been threatened. In the past few years, Morant had won MVP votes for two consecutive seasons. In the past two seasons, he has only played 59 games for various reasons. Now he has to control off-court factors and improve his outside shooting ability on the court. He averaged 22.6 points, 4.7 rebounds and 7.4 assists in his career, and shot 46.9% from the field.
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