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Milwaukee Bucks: 5 players worth trading up for in the 2018 NBA Draft

By Brian Sampson

PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 23: Wendell Carter Jr. #34 of the Duke Blue Devils reacts after dunking the ball during the second half of the game against the Portland State Vikings at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum on November 23, 2017 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Steve Dykes/Getty Images)
PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 23: Wendell Carter Jr. #34 of the Duke Blue Devils reacts after dunking the ball during the second half of the game against the Portland State Vikings at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum on November 23, 2017 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Steve Dykes/Getty Images) /
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AUSTIN, TX – DECEMBER 29: Mohamed Bamba #4 of the Texas Longhorns stands on the court during the game with the Kansas Jayhawks at the Frank Erwin Center on December 29, 2017 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Chris Covatta/Getty Images)
AUSTIN, TX – DECEMBER 29: Mohamed Bamba #4 of the Texas Longhorns stands on the court during the game with the Kansas Jayhawks at the Frank Erwin Center on December 29, 2017 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Chris Covatta/Getty Images) /

1. Mohamed Bamba

Bamba and Carter Jr. aren’t as far off in their draft stock as one might think. Bamba was thought to be a lock to go to the Dallas Mavericks at No. 5, but has slipped down a spot or two in recent mock drafts.

If his rawness continues to scare people away, the Bucks could move up and jump all over him.

Bamba is one of, if not THE, longest prospect ever measured at the NBA Combine. He stands just under 7-foot-1 with a 7-foot-10 inch wingspan. That length even gives the Greek Freak nightmares.

Although he has a lot of work to do to develop different aspects of his game, he’s dedicated to his craft. He has great timing on blocks and alters a whole bunch of shots as well. Offenses always have to know where he is on the court or they’ll surely pay for their mistake.

Offensively, he’s more developed than you might think. He has the potential to turn his shot out to the three-point line with some work. He can also finish with either hand around the rim and is very mobile for his size. There is a lot to like about Bamba and if the Bucks can get their hands on him, watch out!

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