NBA Draft Day 2 recap second round picks | Bronny James, Kyle Filipowski...

We will get our first look at Bronny in a Lakers uniform in less than a month. The Lakers are set to tip off Summer League against the Houston Rockets. 

First year coach JJ Redick has not idea what's coming. Ok, he's a smart guy, maybe he does. But he's never been a coach, and he's about to walk into a cauldron of media attention. The Lakers are going to be must see TV this year. 

We have been there for each and every step of the way. Now we are going to be Witnesses to Bronny's reign in the NBA. 

The Lakers and their fans can breathe a sigh of relief. LeBron isn't going anywhere for a while. And even better news, they are getting a great young player in Bronny. Exciting things to come in LA. 

The 2024 NBA Draft has come to an end!

Day 2 had plenty of headlines, but the big story coming out of the second round is Bronny James going to LA to play with his dad LeBron. It's the first time a father/son duo will play together in the NBA. 

Ariel Hukporti, Germany, C

- Big man with a sculpted body

- One of the best if not the best rebounder in the class

- Mobile and explosive

- Has played with pros in Australia

Ulrich Chomche, Cameroon, PF

- Not much too go off of

- Played in NBA Academy Africa 

- Raw talent, lots of room for improvement everywhere 

- Big 6’10” frame with 7’4” wingspan

- Project for future

- 13 ppg, 9 rpg, 3 apg in three games with NBA Academy Africa 

With the final pick of the NBA Draft the Dallas Mavericks select Ariel Hukporti 

With the 57th pick of the NBA Draft the Memphis Grizzlies select Ulrich Chomche. He has been traded to Toronto. 

Kevin McCullar Jr., Kansas, SF

- Five years in college 

- Great offensive improvements in final year

- High volume scorer 

- Can do a bit of everything 

- Unmatched toughness, competitive edge

- 18.3 ppg, 6 rpg, 4.1 apg with Kansas last year 

With the 56th pick of the NBA Draft the Phoenix Suns select Kevin McCullar Jr. That picked cam from the Denver Nuggets who traded with the Suns earlier in the round. 

Bronny James, USC, PG 

- Great athleticism, with strong legacy

- Tenacious, highly motivated 

- Was one of highest touted high school prospects 

- Great feel and instincts for game

- Ha a great combine

- Had heart issues that side tracked progress 

- 4.8 ppg, 2.8 rpg, 2.1 apg at USC last year 

With the 55th pick of the NBA Draft the Los Angeles Lakers select Bronny James

The LA Lakers are on the clock and everyone is waiting on the announcement that Bronny is going to LA to play with his dad. 

With the 54th pick of the NBA Draft the Boston Celtics select Anton Watson

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Will Bronny James go to Australia if drafted by any team other than the Lakers?

Bronny not on the table for anyone else?

Here it is. The official word about Bronny thanks to our Roddy Cons. Apparently LeBron's son will not be going anywhere other than the Lakers. The Celtics are up next  with the 54th and have a chance to pull an all timer on the Lakers with the 55th pick. 

Cam Spencer, UConn, SG

- Back to back champion with UCONN

- One of top scorers on a complete Huskies team 

- Five years in college

- Versatile scorer, good instincts on defense 

- Not the tallest or strongest 

- 14.3 ppg, 4.9 rpg, 3.6 apg

With the 53rd pick of the NBA Draft the Detroit Pistons select Cam Spencer

Quinten Post, Boston College, C

- Seven footer that can shoot 

- Can lock down underneath, and stretch a defense out with from perimeter

- Scored 30 ten times for BC last year

- Needs to work on agility

With the 52nd pick of the NBA Draft the Golden State Warriors select Quinten Post. That pick is headed to the OKC Thunder. 

Melvin Ajinça, France, SG

- French, which helps these days

- Played in pros last year

- Three and D guy

- Big for his position at 6’7”

- Getting better finishing in traffic

- 9.3 ppg, 3.3 rpg, 0.8 app with San Quentin BB

With the 51st pick of the NBA Draft the New York Knicks select Melvin Ajinca

Enrique Freeman, Akron, PF

- Didn’t go to college to play basketball

- Made the team and thrived in his role as a jump shooter

- Great energy, can be a good defender 

- 7’2” wingspan

With the 50th pick of the NBA Draft the Indiana Pacers select Enrique Freeman

With the 49th pick of the NBA Draft the Indiana Pacers select Tristen Newton

Tristen Newton, UConn, PG

-  Another part of the UCONN Huskies back to back teams

-  Above average size as a point guard

-  Good leader 

-  Proven winner

Trade Alert

Denver is sending Regging Jackson to the Charlotte Hornets for 3 future second round picks. 

Harrison Ingram, North Carolina, SF

- Strong wing, lengthy 

- 7’3” wingspan

- Dynamic scorer, shot 38% from three 

- Improved shooting in third and final year 

- Great rebounder 

- 12.2 ppg, 8.8 rebounds, 2.2 apg

With the 48th pick of the NBA Draft the San Antonio Spurs select Harrison Ingram

Antonio Reeves, Kentucky, SG

- Fifth year senior

- Transfered fro Illinois St. to Kentucky

- Put up similar numbers at both schools

- 45% three point shooter 

- Needs improving on defense 

- 20.2 ppg, 4.2 rpg, 1.6 apg at Kentucky 

With the 47th pick of the NBA Draft the Orlando Magic select Antonio Reeves. That pick is headed to New Orleans. 

Cameron Christie, Minnesota, SG

- Picture perfect jump shot

- Good perimeter player, not as strong around the rim

- Shot just under 40% from three point range 

- Needs time to develop into an NBA scorer 

- 11.3 ppg, 3.6 rpg, 2.2 assists

With the 46th pick of the NBA Draft the LA Clippers select Cameron Christie

Jamal Shead, Houston, PG

- Heart of one of most successful programs in last four years 

- Known more for defense 

- Not tall, but has heart and tenacity 

- Good decision maker with excellent vision

- Not a great shooter

- 12.9 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 6.3 apg last year with Houston

With the 45th pick of the NBA Draft the Sacramento Kings select Jamal Shead. That pick is heading to the Toronto Raptors after the deal made earlier. 

Pelle Larsson, Arizona, SG

- Four year senior 

- NBA ready body 

- Production on both ends

- Great decision maker 

- Steady shooter

- 12.8 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 3.7 apg last year at Arizona

With the 44th pick of the NBA Draft the Houston select Pelle Larson.

Nikola Djurisić, Serbia, SG

- Played professionally in Serbia last four years 

- 6’7” shooting guard

- Great scorer 

- Heated late in season

- Needs to improve defense 

- 14.4 ppg, 2.6 rpg, 3 apg with Mega in Serbia

With the 43rd pick of the NBA Draft the Miami Heat select Nikola Djurisic. This picks is headed to Atlanta. 

KJ Simpson, Colorado, PG

- Massive improvement in third year in college

- Creative guard can score or distribute off dribble

- Does a little bit of everything

- Athletic but undersized at 6’0”

- Effective scorer in the paint 

- 19.7 ppg, 5.8 rpg, 4.9 apg

With the 42nd pick of the NBA Draft the Charlotte Hornets select KJ Simpson

Adem Bona, UCLA, C

- Physically outstanding

- 7’4” wingspan mixed with explosive hops and speed 

- Threat around the rim on both ends of the court

- Intensity and physicality set him apart 

- Needs discipline and to stay out of foul trouble. 

- 12.4 ppg, 5.9 rpg, 1.2 apg with UCLA last year

With the 41st pick of the NBA Draft the Philadelphia 76ers select Adem Bona

Breaking news!

According to Bob Meyers, NBA teams are being told to not draft Bronny James. If drafted by anyone else but the Lakers, reports are he will go to Australia if drafted by another team. 

Osasere Ighodaro, Marquette, PF

- One of most unique big men in draft

- Creative off the handoff 

- Didn't play basketball until he 14

With the 40th pick of the NBA Draft the Portaland Trail Blazers select Osasere Ighodaro

Jaylen Wells, Washington State, SG

- Long and lengthy frame

- Exceptional shooter (42.3% from three)

- Came from DII to DI 

- Can shoot off the dribble

- Makes good decisions in pick and roll

- 12.6 ppg, 4.6 rpg, 1.2 apg last year with Washington State

With the 39th pick of the NBA Draft the Memphis Grizzlies select Jaylen Wells

Ajay Mitchell, UC Santa Barbara, PG

- Big, strong guard 

- College for three years, improved every year

- Pick and roll mastermind

- Great passer, can pull up from mid range 

- Average three point shooter

- 20 ppg, 4 rpg, 4 apg

Trade Alert

The Knicks are sending Ajay Mitchell to Oklahoma City. 

With the 38th pick of the NBA Draft the New York Knicks select Ajay Mitchell

Bobi Klintman, Sweden, PF

Klintman is a youngster who may not be known around the country, but he had an impressive campaign in Australia playing against the pros. He is big, quick and shifty at 6’9” and his body is already filling out. He can shoot, run the break and lock down on defense. He averaged just under 10 points, and 5 rebounds a game last year with the Cairns Taipans. 

Trade Alert

The Timberwolves are sending Bobi Klintman to the Detroit Pistons Pistons

With the 37th pick of the NBA Draft the Minnesota Timberwolves select Bobi Klintman

Juan Núñez, Spain, PG

- Youngster with professional playing experience overseas

- Creative off the dribble with great handle and vision

- Nice jumper, but room for improvement 

- Not the strongest or fastest

- Feel for the game elite 

- 10.4 ppg, 3.8 rpg and 5.8 apg in EuroCup with Ulm last season

With the 36th pick of the NBA Draft the Indiana Pacers select Juan Nuñez

Trade alert

The Spurs have dealt Johnny Furphy to the Indiana Pacers. Details of the deal are still to be confirmed. 

Johnny Furphy, Kansas, SG

He may not be the biggest or strongest swingman in the class, but the Jayhawk came on mid way through the season and helped turn Kansas’ season around. He is a role player that is capable of knocking down shots, and making hustle plays that are always welcome on any team.

With the 35th pick of the NBA Draft the San Antonio Spurs select Johnny Furphy

Trade Alert

The Portland Trail Blazers just Kolek dealt to the New York Knicks. Details of the deal are to be determined. 

Tyler Kolek, Marquette, PG

Kolek led one of the bets offenses in the country at Marquette. The 23 year old has seen it all in his four years in college and has shown he can run an offense. He’s not big, or fast or strong, but what he lacks in physical ability he makes up for with his IQ and his decision making off the pick and roll. He averaged 15.3 points, 4.9 rebounds and 7.7 assists last season and could make a great back up point guard for a team like Portland. 

With the 34th pick of the NBA Draft the Portland Trail Blazers select Tyler Kolek

Tyler Smith, G League Ignite, SF

- One of best on G League Ignite team last season

- Inside out scorer 

- Can shoot from outside and attack the basketball 

- Explosive dunks, and highlight worthy plays 

- NBA body already 

- 13.4 ppg, 5 rpg, 1.2 apg with G League Ignite last year

With the 33rd pick of the NBA Draft the Milwaukee Bucks select Tyler Smith

Kyle Filipowski, Duke, PF

The seven footer is one of the most complete big men in the draft. With the ability to shoot, finish around the rim and put the ball on the deck he is a weapon on the offensive end. In both years at Duke he averaged over 15 points and 8 rebounds, and his shooting from downtown improved in his sophomore year. He is going to have to get a bit more aggressive and stronger on the boards to complete his game, but he brings that Duke mentality and intelligence. 

With the 32nd pick of the NBA Draft the Utah Jazz select Kyle Filipowski

Jonathan Mogbo, San Francisco, C

- Undersized big man at 6’6”

- Strong, long arms, can affect shots in paint 

- Explosive athlete

- Walking double double in college 

- Still learning how to play the position 

- 14.2 ppg, 10.1 rpg, 3.6 apg at San Francisco last year 

With the 31st pick of the NBA Draft the Toronto Raptors select Jonathan Mogobo

Round 2 is underway from ESPN's Seaport Studios in New York!

The Toronto Raptors are on the clock with the 31st pick of the NBA Draft. 

Round 2 Draft order

The Toronto Raptors have the first pick of Day 2. The Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers had their picks taken away after conducting illegal negotiations in with free agents. Philly does have a pick in Round 2 because of a trade with the Bulls.  There are still 28 picks in the second round making things even tougher for players looking to hear their name tonight. 

31 Toronto (via Detroit Pistons)

32 Utah (via Washington Wizards)

33 Milwaukee (via Portland Trail Blazers)

34 Portland (via Charlotte Hornets)

35 San Antonio

36 Indiana (via Toronto Raptors)

37 Minnesota (via Memphis Grizzlies)

38 New York (via Utah Jazz)

39 Memphis (via Brooklyn Nets)

40 Portland (via Atlanta Hawks)

41 Philadelphia (via Chicago Bulls)

42 Charlotte (via Houston Rockets)

43 Miami

44 Houston (via Golden State Warriors)

45 Toronto 

46 Los Angeles Clippers (via Indiana Pacers)

47 Orlando

48 San Antonio (via Los Angeles Lakers)

49 Indiana (via Cleveland Cavaliers)

50 Indiana (via New Orleans Pelicans)

51 Washington (via Phoenix Suns)

52 Golden State (via Milwaukee Bucks)

53 Detroit (via New York Knicks)

54 Boston (via Dallas Mavericks)

55 Los Angeles Lakers (via Los Angeles Clippers)

56 Denver (via Minnesota Timberwolves)

57 Memphis (via Oklahoma City Thunder)

58 Dallas (via Boston Celtics)

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Best undrafted players in NBA history

Best undrafted players ever

There are only 28 selections left in this NBA Draft. That means there are going to be a lot of players that are without a team after the final selection on Thursday night. That’s not the end of the road for those players. It might be the unconventional path, but there is still plenty of chance for success in the NBA even if you don’t get drafted. Look at guys like Fred Van Vleet, Austin Reaves, Alex Caruso and Naz Reid. None of those guys were drafted and they are having extremely productive careers in the league. Here is a list of some of the top players ever to go undrafted and make it in the NBA. 

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Biggest steals of the NBA Draft

Biggest steals in Draft history

The NBA Draft is a chance for teams to measure the top incoming talent and make the best selection for their team. Just because a team is lower down the draft board doesn’t mean that they can’t draft a player that makes a massive impact later down the road. The draft is full of steals. There are loads of instances in which players who turned into superstars were taken late in the first round or even the second round. This year’s class could have a sleeper waiting to turn into a superstar, but before we look forward lets look back to some of the biggest steals of past drafts. 

Let the games begin

We are sure to see some front office dealing over the next few hours. Trades are a part of the draft and there are teams that have loads of picks in this draft, like San Antonio and Portland who have four while the Brooklyn Nets have none. The Houston Rockets have the third pick in the draft, but they have had a handful of high picks over the last years, so they could look to shop that three pick around and try to bring in a veteran star, perhaps Kevin Durant who they are reportedly courting. The Thunder are in the same boat as the Rockets. A young team with a lot of talent who may not need too much help in this draft. The Grizzlies, Knicks and Spurs could also be tempted to looking into making a trade over the next two days. 

The French Revolution 

It looks like the NBA torch has been passed from the Balkans to France. At the moment, young French players are taking over the NBA Draft dating back to last year, and it’s not just Victor Wembanyama. Tony Parker set the standard for the new wave of talent sweeping through the league and this year Alex Sarr and Zaccharie Risacher went in the first two picks, but they aren’t the only Frenchies in the class. Tidjane Salaun, Pacome Dadiet, have already been selected in the first round and Melvin Ajinca is still on the draft board. 

Does college basketball have a problem?

With the way college basketball is trending with NIL and the transfer portal stars are hard to come by in the NCAA. That’s why it seems that the tendency for teams to value foreign players who have played against professionals is becoming more and more common ground. It’s been a while since a player out of college created as much of a buzz as we have seen from some of the foreign guys who are coming into the league. The game is changing and the rest of the world is catching up. All you have to do is take a look at the MVP voting over the last few years. 

Top prospects left

There was plenty of excitement surrounding the first round although the hype was not exactly up to par with last year’s Draft in which Victor Wembanyama was taken No. 1 over all. Bronny James is one of the biggest names in the draft, but isn’t considered to be one of the best prospects that are still on the draft board entering Day 2. According to our friends at ESPN, Johnny Furphy from Kansas, Kyle Filipowski from Duke, Tyler Kolek from Marquette, and Bobi Klintman from Sweden are all expecting to have their names called today, but how long will they have to wait? 

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The NBA Draft format explained: How many rounds are there? How many players are selected?

How it works 

We have 28 picks awaiting us in Round 2, but not all teams will get a selection. The Phoenix Suns and the Brooklyn Nets will not have a pick. Each team will be on the clock for two minutes as they weigh their options and choose the best fit for their franchise. Most of the players won’t be in attendance from ESPN’s Seaport District Studios in Manhattan. Unlike yesterday, the Toronto Raptors, not the Atlanta Hawks will have the first pick of Day 2. There could be trades, and some front office wheeling and dealing, so expect the unexpected tonight from New York. 

We are live from New York 

Hello everyone and welcome to Day 2 of the NBA Draft. Yesterday gave us a glimpse into the future of the NBA as we saw two Frenchman taken with the opening two picks of the first round, a couple of NCAA Champions were taken in the Top 10, trades were made and the defending Champion Boston Celtics made their selection that could bring some depth to an already stacked squad. This afternoon we have 28 picks that await us, and there are plenty of nerves and anxiety going around as the rest of the draft class hope to hear their names announced on Day 2. There are plenty of big names awaiting their futures to be determined, but the biggest name of Day 2 is Bronny James, LeBron’s son.

NBA Draft Day 2

It’s Day 2 of the NBA Draft and we have 28 picks left in the second and final round. There are a lot of players waiting to hear their names called over the next few hours but only a lucky few will get the honor of becoming one of the newest members of the NBA. For some, their dreams will become reality, for others heartbreak awaits from ESPN’s Seaport District Studios in Manhattan. AS English will be with you for each and every one of the 28 picks providing live coverage, highlights, stats and analysis of round 2 of the Draft.