Draft Targets
Pick #20: Jerian Grant, Point Guard, Notre Dame
Grant plays among the most minutes in the country, at 36.6 per game despite there only being 40 minutes in a college match. Head coach Tom Thibodeau loves this kind of durability, as he was the one who made SF Luol Deng lead the league in minutes year after year. Considering superstar PG Derrick Rose’s constant injuries, finding a long-term answer at point guard makes sense, as each year Rose’s injury is a significant setback for the Bulls, with no real replacement plan in place. Grant can solve this issue and then some, as he’s averaging 17 points, 6.5 assists, and 2 steals a game on 48.5% shooting, giving the NBA-ready senior all the tools to step up and be a starter when called upon, or even to lead the second unit should Rose stay healthy. He doesn’t turn the ball over a lot, and he is a dangerous slasher and can score at the basket (76% at the rim). This is very far for Grant to fall given his talent, and the Bulls should pounce at the opportunity, especially considering their need for insurance behind Rose.
Pick #20: Jerian Grant, Point Guard, Notre Dame
Grant plays among the most minutes in the country, at 36.6 per game despite there only being 40 minutes in a college match. Head coach Tom Thibodeau loves this kind of durability, as he was the one who made SF Luol Deng lead the league in minutes year after year. Considering superstar PG Derrick Rose’s constant injuries, finding a long-term answer at point guard makes sense, as each year Rose’s injury is a significant setback for the Bulls, with no real replacement plan in place. Grant can solve this issue and then some, as he’s averaging 17 points, 6.5 assists, and 2 steals a game on 48.5% shooting, giving the NBA-ready senior all the tools to step up and be a starter when called upon, or even to lead the second unit should Rose stay healthy. He doesn’t turn the ball over a lot, and he is a dangerous slasher and can score at the basket (76% at the rim). This is very far for Grant to fall given his talent, and the Bulls should pounce at the opportunity, especially considering their need for insurance behind Rose.