NBA Mock Draft 2017: 1st-Round Projections With Simulated Lottery

1. Philadelphia 76ers: Markelle Fultz, PG, Washington


Age: 18 (May 29, 1998)


Size: 6-foot-4, 195 pounds


The Sixers, in their current position, have just a 10.4 percent chance at the ping-poll balls giving them the No. 1 overall pick, so this is unlikely, but it sure would make things interesting. Fultz and Lonzo Ball, both point guards, are considered the top two overall prospects, but the Sixers are expected to hand the keys to the offense to point-forward Ben Simmons next year.

Ultimately, though, Fultz is versatile enough that he can fill it up while playing off the ball, and when it comes down to it, Philly would take the best talent available rather than worrying about positions. Besides, having two ball-handlers in Fultz and Simmons, surrounded by guys like Dario Saric, Robert Covington and Joel Embiid, would make the Sixers incredibly fun to watch. (Getty)