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2017 NBA Mock Draft: New York Knicks and all 60 picks

By Maxwell Ogden

Nov 25, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Malik Monk (5) and guard De'Aaron Fox (0) celebrate during the game against the Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks in the second half at Rupp Arena. Kentucky defeated Tennessee-Martin 111-76. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 25, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Malik Monk (5) and guard De'Aaron Fox (0) celebrate during the game against the Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks in the second half at Rupp Arena. Kentucky defeated Tennessee-Martin 111-76. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 17, 2017; Greenville, SC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Harry Giles (1) shoots the ball against Troy Trojans forward Alex Hicks (30) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 17, 2017; Greenville, SC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Harry Giles (1) shoots the ball against Troy Trojans forward Alex Hicks (30) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /

147. . Center. Duke Blue Devils. Harry Giles. 27. player

Ultimate Upside Comparison: Chris Webber
Safe Upside Comparison: Theo Ratliff
Position: Center
Age: 19 (4/22/1998)
Height, Weight, Wingspan: 6’10.5″, 232 pounds, 7’3.25″
2016-17 Slash Line: .577/.000/.500
2016-17 Season Averages: 11.5 MPG, 3.9 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 1.6 ORPG, 0.7 BPG

Harry Giles suffered multiple severe knee injuries during his otherwise legendary high school career. Nevertheless, he was heralded as the No. 1 overall recruit in the class of 2016 by multiple respected outlets, scouts, and analysts.

The Brooklyn Nets would be taking a significant chance at No. 27 overall in the 2017 NBA Draft, but Giles has superstar potential that’s worth gambling on.

From the brief glimpses of exposure, Giles looked the part of an outstanding rebounder and imposing shot-blocker. He stands at just under 6’11” with a 7’3″ wingspan, and while he may have lost a step athletically, he still has some measure of explosiveness.

Giles still runs the floor well, and as he learns more about how to properly fill the lane, he should minimize the physical risk of doing so.

The truth about what makes Giles special is that he already has a strong foundation from a fundamental perspective. He’s a skilled passer, has shown flashes of being a star in the low post, and is developing enough range to expand his game.

The New York Knicks don’t have a need for Giles, but he’s a player they may have to account for over the course of the next decade plus.

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