Danny Wolf - NBA Mock Draft Roundup 1.0

The Wizards saw Johnson fall to them at pick No. 6 in this mock draft. With Washington's other first-round selection, the franchise selects a big man with a prolific offensive motor. Wolf is a fluid mover as a point-center and is a capable playmaker within the flow of the offense. His defense is a question mark at the next level, but his offensive engine makes him a likely first-round pick.

Wolf was named to the All-Big Ten second team last season, averaging 13.2 points, 9.7 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.4 blocks on 49.7% shooting from the field. He ranked eighth in the country in total rebounds (360) and 15th in defensive box plus-minus (plus-5.2). The near 7-footer possesses an innate ability to lead fastbreaks and has a flashy game with the ball in his hands. The Timberwolves didn't have much playing time available for rookies this season, but Wolf would give the team some more frontcourt depth.

Over their recent history, the Thunder have valued players with terrific positional size as well as the ability to dribble, pass and shoot for their position. Wolf is exactly that, as he's a real creator at nearly 7-feet tall with the ability to play in ball screens as a ballhandler as well as pass and make plays as a big man. He averaged 13 points, 10 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game, though he had a real turnover problem owing to a bit of a high handle and wild decision-making. Defensively, there are also some questions, although I think that his overall movement skill has been underrated throughout the process. For the Thunder, Isaiah Hartenstein's massive deal has a team option after next season, and they likely will struggle to afford him along with the extensions that will be owed to Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. Jaylin Williams will also be owed an extension by next summer, too, meaning they could easily be in the market for another big.

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Danny Wolf made a strong, final pitch to scouts against Auburn, finishing with 20 points and a number of eye-opening highlights that showcased his creation and shotmaking.

Though his three-point numbers might not indicate shooting improvement, he added a pull-up and step-back to his repertoire this year. A 7-footer who made 21 dribble jumpers, served as Michigan's lead playmaker and still averaged 9.7 boards and 1.4 blocks is bound to entice a number of teams.

Scouting report: Leaning into the versatility of an out-of-the-box prospect such as Wolf, who shouldered significant playmaking responsibilities for Michigan as a 7-footer, could be interesting. Wolf's skill level, creativity and overall instincts on both ends of the floor give him a higher ceiling than your typical 21-year-old prospect, especially with the development trajectory he has been on the past three years. -- Givony

NBA intel and fit: The Pistons breaking through and making the playoffs conveyed this pick to the Timberwolves, who have a nice opportunity to add talent after having traded away most of their draft capital since Tim Connelly took over as president. Wolf would give them a versatile frontcourt player capable of contributing sooner than later.

Minnesota will also consider using this pick to improve its roster as it pushes to contend around an ascending Anthony Edwards. -- Woo

Wolf is a fascinating player as a 7-foot, 250-pound big man who mostly operated as a guard after transferring from Yale to Michigan. Wolf ran a steady diet of pick-and-rolls for the Wolverines, combining rare ball handling ability for a big man with solid passing vision and some downhill scoring skill. Wolf was also the biggest culprit of Michigan's turnover problems, finishing with nearly as many TOs (120) as he did assists (132). I'm skeptical an NBA team is going to give Wolf so many on-ball reps, and his jump shot is still shaky for a floor spacer. He hit 33.6 percent of his threes this year, but only 59.4 percent of his free throws. Wolf could be an interesting connector if his shot comes around, but his role, decision-making, and shooting are still big questions despite some lottery hype.

The more unsavory parts of Wolf's game—turnovers, inconsistent shooting, meh-to-OK defensive upside—are a big reason why I think his responsibilities will need to be compressed into a smaller role in the NBA. But the length and athleticism of the Spurs should do a lot to protect him while allowing his polish as a lob thrower and feathery slinger of skip passes to shine. I also think he's a better shooter than many make him out to be, so he should form a nice synergy with Victor Wembanyama and give him opportunities to toggle between driving the ball and operating in the mid-post. Wolf has his minuses, but his overall feel for the game should allow him to stay on the floor.

OKC will have plenty of options here at No. 15 to add to its No. 1-seeded Western Conference team — and here I have them selecting Danny Wolf. He has a funky but functional game as a dynamic passer, playmaker and occasional point guard. His IQ and feel would fit a team like the Thunder.

Wolf is a 7-footer who ran point for Michigan, playing a slick style with risky passes and step-back jumpers that made him a highlight factory. But he's also a turnover machine and his shooting numbers are shaky, making him more of a raw bet who needs time to prove he can match his flash with substance. The Nets are exactly the type of team that would be wise to take a swing for the fences with him.