Kings (via Trail Blazers) get North Carolina F Justin Jackson

The Sacramento Kings will receiveNorth Carolina forwardJustin Jacksonwith the No. 15 overall pick (via Trail Blazers) of the 2017 NBA draft on Thursday night.

Ford's Big Board ranking -- No. 26: "Jackson has one of the best midrange games in college basketball. Has a lethal floater. Much improved as a 3-point shooter as a junior. Has good length and size for his position. Good feel for the game." More (Insider)

Scouting report -- positives:

• Elite scorer


• Excellent shooter with deep range on his jumper


• Very mature midrange game

Scouting report -- negatives:

• Just an average athlete



• Needs to add strength


• A year older than the rest of his class

Read the full scouting report (Insider)

ESPN Analytics projection (within his first five seasons):

• Chances he'll be an All-Star: 0.03 percent


• Chances he'll be an NBA starter: 4.64 percent



• Chances he'll be a role player: 15.02 percent

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