The 2018 draft reorder! Sorry, Doncic!

As we all know, the 2018 draft is considered a year of draft picks. This draft was highly anticipated before the start. After entering the NBA, it amazed many fans in the first year. In terms of attention and success rate, it is not an exaggeration to say that it is the best in the past 10 years.

Now, it has been seven years since the 2018 draft, and the rookies at that time have reached their peak. So, looking back at that draft, how should the top ten players rank? Do you agree with the following ranking?

10, Divincenzo (formerly 17th pick)

Divincenzo was the MOP of the NCAA in 2018. His outstanding performance in March Crazy made him jump from the second round/end of the first round to the 17th pick. As it turned out, the Bucks had no problem with their vision back then. After seven years in the NBA, Divincenzo had become a top panacea character.

So far, Divincenzo has played for four teams, the best in the Knicks last season, averaging 15.5 points per game, and averaging 11.7 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game with the Timberwolves this season, with a three-point shooting percentage of 39.7%, and helped the Timberwolves reach the Western Conference Finals.

9, Anfini Simmons (formerly 24th pick)

The first three seasons of Anfini Simmons' career were unknown, but in the fourth season, due to Lillard's injury, he got a lot of time and opportunities, and his average score increased from 7.8 points to 17.3 points. In the past three years, he averaged 20.6 points and 5.1 assists per game, and scored 3.2 three-pointers, making him one of the best three-pointers in the league.

Simmons has been traded to the Celtics by the Trail Blazers. The Celtics' system of relying on three-pointers is very suitable for Simmons. Because Tatum was injured, Simmons may have more and more opportunities, and maybe he will see his outbreak next season.

8. Ayton (original No. 1 pick)

Before the 2018 draft, Ayton was the best No. 1 pick. His template was considered David Robinson. However, judging from the results, Ayton did not perform as expected. He has excellent talent but does not like to fight. Although he helped the Suns reach the finals, he was eventually abandoned by the trade.

In the past two years, Ayton has played for the Trail Blazers. His performance can only be described as a general description. This season, this season, averaged 14.4 points, 10.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.0 blocks, with a shooting percentage of 56.6%. Based on the All-Stars, there is a risk of water loss. As the No. 1 pick in the Big Year, it is even more disappointing. It has been bought out by the Trail Blazers, which also shows that he does not have a good market in the trading market.

7. Michael Porter Jr. (formerly 14th pick)

Due to the potential for back injury, the Nuggets were very risky when they took off Porter Jr. at the 14th pick. However, it turns out that Porter Jr. is still a bit powerful. His shooting ability is extremely outstanding, with a high shooting point. He often ignores defense and directly pulls out. His career three-point shooting percentage reaches 40.6%.

Porter Jr.'s lucky thing is that he met Jokic, maximized his advantage, and brought the Nuggets the first championship in team history in 2023. However, his performance this season cannot be said to be very good. His average of 18.2 points per game was good in the regular season, and his injury caused a serious decline in the playoffs, with an average of only 9.1 points per game. He has been traded to the Nets.

6. Mikal Bridges (formerly 10th pick)

Bridges is not an All-Star, but his value may not necessarily be lost to the All-Star. During the Suns, he helped the team reach the finals. After joining the Nets, he briefly played at the superstar level and was sold in five first rounds last year - this is a value that many All-Star players do not have.

This season, Bridges averaged 17.6 points, 3.2 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game, and helped the Knicks to the Eastern Conference Finals. Top 3D+ occasionally attacked with the ball is his best positioning. The key point is that Bridges has not missed a game in his career and is expected to become another super iron man in the NBA.

5. Jaren Jackson Jr. (formerly 4th pick)

Although Jaren Jr. has poor rebounding ability, he may be one of the most suitable inside players in the contemporary NBA. He has frame protection, defense, and good three-pointers. This season is the best year of his career. He averages 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.5 blocks and 1.2 steals, with a shooting percentage of 48.8%, and a three-point shooting percentage of 37.5%.

So far in his career, Jerry Jr. has been selected as the All-Star twice, and has three All-Defensive Teams. He has been selected as the King of Blocks and 1 DPOY. He has almost been selected as the Best Team this season.

4. Trae Young (formerly 5th pick)

Trae Young amazed many fans in the first year of entering the league. His extremely long three-pointer was impressive, and he was selected as the All-Star in the second season, led the Eastern Conference Finals in the third season, and was selected as the All-Squad in the fourth season.

So far in his career, Trae Young averaged 25.3 points and 9.8 assists per game, with very gorgeous data, and was selected as the All-Star 4 times, and he also won the assists king this season.

If it were three years ago, Trae Young's ranking might be higher, but the problem is that in the past two years, Trae Young has not made it to the playoffs. His scoring and passing skills are absolutely OK, but can he win the championship with his core? Maybe I'm going to draw a question mark.

3, Brunson (formerly 33rd pick)

There is no doubt that Brunson is the strongest second-round pick in 2018. It took him four years to secure the start. Joining the Knicks in 2022 has become the biggest turning point in his career. In the past three years, Brunson has been selected for the second team of All-Stars and 2 times the best team, and was elected as the Player of the Month twice. This honor is not light..

And Brunson's team-leading ability is also excellent. He helped the Mavericks to the Western Conference Finals in 2022. In the past three years, he has reached the second round, second round and East Finals as an absolute core in the Knicks. This little defender, who is only 1.88 meters tall, may be the top two point guard in the East. Yes, he is already even better than Trae Young.

2, Doncic (formerly Tanhua Show)

In many periods of time, Doncic has been the best player in the 2018 class. He was selected as the All-Star in the second grade, and then was selected as the Best Team for five consecutive seasons. Last season, he also won the Western Conference Finals MVP and led the Mavericks to the finals.

However, there are also problems. Doncic has been regarded as a popular MVP many times, but in fact he has only entered the top three MVPs once last season, and his shortcomings on the defensive end have been magnified a lot - Doncic must be a superstar, but will he be an MVP? Can you lead the Lakers to the championship? The next few years will be very critical.

1. Alexander (formerly 11th pick)

If it were three years ago, Alexander might not have entered the top three, but his outbreak in the past three years has been too exciting. He was selected as the All-Star and the Best Team for three consecutive years, won the Best Month 4 times, was the second MVP last season, and was officially elected as the MVP this season.

The most exciting season, Alexander won the scoring champion + best team + MVP, led the team to win 68 first place in the team's history and fifth place in history, and helped the Thunder win the championship, and was elected as the Western Conference Final MVP + FMVP.

Pure personal ability Doncic may not lose to Alexander, and there will be more in a 5-time match, but the MVP, championship, and FMVP, these events are really too big.

In addition to the above players, the 2018 class also produced high-quality rotations such as Sexton, Trent, Miles Bridges, Miro, Dunrow, Grayson Allen, Bruce Brown, Wendel Carter, Rowe, Wagner, Vincent, and Vanderbilt.

Looking at the names of the players above, I have to say that the 2018 edition is worthy of being the year of drafts. So the question is, if you only talk about the top ten above, who do you think is higher and lower?