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It's Finally Time: An Early Look at Three Prospects in the 2021 Draft Class

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After what feels like an eternity, the 2020 NBA Draft is officially in the rearview mirror. Remember that oft-discussed Anthony Edwards 2 nd  half scoring barrage versus Michigan State in Maui? That was 364 days ago. It feels good to fully be able to move on from that class.    With the NCAA basketball season starting later today, I wanted to give my thoughts on three of the top prospects in the 2021 draft. This is not a “Top-Three Big Board” article (if it were, Cade Cunningham would sure as hell be here), but rather a brief overview of three players who I enjoy watching and would be comfortable selecting highly in this coming draft.        Ziaire Williams-Wing-Stanford Height: 6’8”  Weight: 185 Wingspan: 6’10.5” Age on 2021 Draft Day: ~19.8   Ziaire Williams is young, 6’8”, and a dynamite shooter. That’s not too bad a combo to have.  Williams will struggle to get to the foul line. His loose handle prevents him from breaking down defenders off the dribble and he isn’t an accomplished