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New York Knicks: Top 10 2017 NBA Draft Prospects In The NCAA Tournament

By Maxwell Ogden

Feb 28, 2017; Durham, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots over Florida State Seminoles forward Jonathan Isaac (1) in the second half at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Dolejs-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 28, 2017; Durham, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots over Florida State Seminoles forward Jonathan Isaac (1) in the second half at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Dolejs-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 4, 2017; Lawrence, KS, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Josh Jackson (11) dribbles the ball during a basketball game against the Iowa State Cyclones at Allen Fieldhouse. Iowa State won 92-89. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 4, 2017; Lawrence, KS, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Josh Jackson (11) dribbles the ball during a basketball game against the Iowa State Cyclones at Allen Fieldhouse. Iowa State won 92-89. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Josh Jackson, Kansas Jayhawks

Position: Small Forward
Age: 20 (2/10/1997)
Height, Weight, Wingspan: 6’7.75″, 203 pounds, 6’9.75″
2016-17 Slash Line: .511/.377/.559
2016-17 Season Averages: 30.7 MPG, 16.4 PPG, 7.2 RPG, 3.1 APG, 1.6 SPG, 1.1 BPG, 0.9 3PM

The Kansas Jayhawks are one of the top teams in the country and Josh Jackson has been one of the stars of the show. The freshman is campaigning for the No. 1 overall draft pick by putting forth a sensational 2016-17 season.

Jackson may be better suited for a career at shooting guard than small forward, but he’s a ferocious competitor who has a hunger for greatness.

Jackson has the natural bounce and athleticism to be a high-quality player at the next level. He’s not only a terror in transition, but an exceptionally capable defender who can pick up players at multiple positions and become a true defensive playmaker.

Beyond his physical capabilities, Jackson has an intriguing skill set that’s warranting the hype that he’s garnering as a potential Top 5 pick.

Jackson has impressive instincts as a scorer and a slowly improving jump shot that’s holding the opposition accountable. Perhaps his most intriguing trait, however, is his combination of court vision and passing ability.

Jackson’s work ethic has been heralded, and if he can maintain that drive and passion, he can be a high-level player in the NBA.

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