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2017 NBA Draft: First Round Mock 1.0

By Tyler Watts

Feb 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) dribbles against UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the first half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) dribbles against UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the first half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 29, 2017; Louisville, KY, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Dennis Smith Jr. (4) dribbles the ball against the Louisville Cardinals during the first half at KFC Yum! Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 29, 2017; Louisville, KY, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Dennis Smith Jr. (4) dribbles the ball against the Louisville Cardinals during the first half at KFC Yum! Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-USA TODAY Sports /

9. Dallas Mavericks- Dennis Smith Jr.- PG- North Carolina State

Dallas is the third team in a row looking to solve their point guard position.  It will be interesting to see which team falls in love with a player and how this shakes out.  Luckily for all three squads, this draft appears to have plenty of point guard talent to build around.

Why Dennis Smith?

The Mavericks fill the need with Dennis Smith Jr.  This 19-year-old point guard is a highlight maker.  Check out the video below from his lone season leading NC State to see what I mean.

Smith lacks the polish and Draft Express notes he may need help with his ability to run a team.  Dallas needs to find a veteran to mentor Smith Jr. early on, but having him as the point guard of the future should excite Mavericks fans.

*Dallas has a 1.7% chance of having the number one overall selection

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