Can Scott Perry Find Another Second-Round Gem? | 2026 NBA Draft
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What is the overall goal of the Kings' second‑round draft strategy?
What is up everyone and welcome back to another episode of our Kings related podcast, wherever you may be. Thank you as always for joining me for another edition of the show. And whether you are watching on YouTube, Spotify, For listening on your favorite podcast platform. Please do us a huge favor. And hit that subscribe button, hit that thumbs up. And leave a comment down below that. will be much appreciated. And on today's episode of our We are taking a deep dive. into some intriguing second round prospects in this two thousand twenty-six NBA draft and We've seen it time and time again that successful franchises Can find value in that second round of the NBA draft. And we're gonna break down several names that could be available.
In that second in that second round. Like, I know Right now. A lot of The focus for the Kings has understandably been on that seventh overall pick in the lottery. But the Kings do have a chance to add another young talent or two. In this NBA draft, thanks to their two second round picks. And look no further than a year ago. We're Maxime right now. The forty second overall pick. Dylan Cardwell, who was undrafted, you signed him to a two way deal. And then you converted that to A standard NBA deal. And both carved out valuable roles. in this team's disappointing twenty two win season this past year. And general manager Scott Perry has also found some second round gems during his brief time in New York. Part of the Knicks front office with Mitchell Robinson and Deuce McBride as standout highlights.
And as an organization, the Kings have lacked players with the combination of skill and sighs at the wing positions. Even Kigamurray, DeAndre Hato, and potentially Precious Ajua adding to the options? That would never hurt. Or this team. As you look to Build out this roster going into this this off season and going into next season. So let's just get into it and we'll start off with Ryan Conwell Bum Louisville, a teammate of McHill. Brown Jr. And Conwell is one of the better shooters in in this draft class and he had a tremendous season. at Louisville, voting all ACC honors and establish himself as a perimeter as a reliable Perimeter score score. and movement shooter who can switch Defenses immediately. And for the Kings, shooting is always valuable for a team this past season that was at the bottom of the NBA in shoot three point attempts and three point percentage.
Ен амаджен. Conwell playing alongside Sabonis, if he's ill. In those DHL actions and the Kings have historically thrived when surrounding Sabonis with shooters who can relocate and fire quickly. And the concerns are Cornwell's defensive upside. and whether he can create enough offense off the dribble against NBA athletes. Still if you're looking for a plug and play shooting specialist In the second round, I think Ryan Conwell Deserves some considerations and a lot of this is Depending on if Sabonis. Is here or not this off season as he's was involved in trade rumors at the deadline. He's going to be involved in those rumors. Here, this off season, so Next up, let's go Joshua Jefferson from Iowa State.
And Jefferson might be one of the most underrated players in this draft class. And the forward from Iowa State averaged sixteen point four points, seven point four rebounds. and four point eight assists while showcasing an impressive versatility and basketball IQ and Jefferson by many scouts. is viewed as a connective piece who impacts winning. without needing plays called for him. And That Kinda sounds like a Playo Doug Christie. would absolutely love. Jefferson, he rebounds, passes, defends multiple positions, and makes the smart decision. He's not an elite athlete, and the outside shot shot remains a work in progress. But is feel for the gain? is absolutely outstanding. And if the Keynes another versatile forward who can fit next to Keegan Murray.
And Sabonis if he's he if he's heal. Joshua Jefferson may be one of the safest second round options available for the Kings in that second round. Now let's talk about one of my favorite sleepers in this draft.
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