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Return Of The Roar Podcast: 2021 Top-9 Mock Draft With Bryant West

Jul 22, 2021, 9:24 AM | Updated: 9:30 am

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NBA Draft analyst and writer for The Kings Herald Bryant West joined the show to give his picks and predictions for the first nine picks of the 2021 NBA Draft

It’s about that time.

The 2021 NBA Draft is just one week away and many questions remain regarding the first round.

What will the Sacramento Kings do with the ninth pick in the draft? Could there be some surprise picks in the top-eight? Are there any players that could fall down to ninth?

This week on the Return of the Roar podcast with Frankie Cartoscelli & Chris Watkins, the guys were joined by Bryant West, NBA Draft analyst and writer for The Kings Herald.

Bryant gave his picks and predictions for the first nine picks of July 29th’s draft, discussed some players that could rise or fall in the draft order and much more.

Be sure to check out all of Bryant’s work at The Kings Herald, with plenty of draft coverage, player analysis and more to get you ready for next week.

Also, check out Bryant’s and last week’s guest Brenden Nunes’ podcast, Kings Pulse!

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