Giddey Rises to 21 in 2021 NBA Mock Draft

Adelaide 36ers guard Josh Giddey has catapulted to 21^st in ESPN’s latest 2021 NBA mock draft.

The NBL Next Star has impressed over his first six games, including an almost triple double of 13 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists against the New Zealand Breakers and a 16 point, 11 rebound and seven assist performance against the South East Melbourne Phoenix.

After being ranked 39^th in the previous draft rankings, ESPN draft expert Jonathan Givony has now predicted Giddey will get selected 21^st in this year’s draft.

“At 6-foot-8, Giddey has outstanding size for a point guard, plays at different speeds naturally and is an extraordinary ball handler and passer to match -- as he has looked extremely natural making the transition from the junior level to playing against pros thanks to his impressive vision, creativity, pace and feel for the game,” Givony wrote.

“Giddey has an outstanding platform to continue to build his résumé, as he has quickly moved himself into the starting lineup ahead of former NBA player Donald Sloan and will be facing high-level competition all season against defenses geared to slowing him down. With the NBL season expected to last into June, Giddey will be making highlight-reel passes well after the end of the college season, giving him ample opportunity to continue to boost his stock.”

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