Evan Mobley made a quick impact with his athleticism and defense for Southern California, bringing the Trojans within a game of the Final Four.
He’s the headliner among the big men in the NBA draft, a position that includes Texas’ Kai Jones, Kentucky’s Isaiah Jackson, and international prospects Alperen Sengun and Usman Garuba.
Here’s a look at some of the top bigs:
EVAN MOBLEY
FILE – In this March 11, 2021, file photo, Southern California’s Evan Mobley plays against Utah in an NCAA college basketball game in the quarterfinal round of the Pac-12 men’s tournament in Las Vegas. Mobley is the headliner among big men in this year’s NBA draft. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)The 7-foot freshman looks likely to go in the top 3 with his two-way potential in a still-developing frame.