Utah Jazz 2020 Draft: 10 early entries to look at in first round

Kira Lewis

When you’re talking fit, Alabama’s Kira Lewis may be one of the best options for the Utah Jazz come draft day. The sophomore guard, who just turned 19 years old, fills a positional need and has the two-way potential that the Jazz look for in a prospect.

Mike Conley is aging and entering a contract season, while Emmanuel Mudiay will hit free agency this summer. Whether it’s in the draft or free agency, the Jazz will be looking at multiple point guard options. Lewis may be one of them.

In a draft class that is very guard-heavy, Lewis seems to be a bit underrated among the national media. He averaged 18.5 points, 4.8 rebounds and 5.2 assists in 37.6 minutes for Alabama this season. Lewis is currently projected to be a late first round/early second round draft choice.

Lewis has decent size at 6’3″, and is a blur in the open court. His speed and athleticism make him a dangerous player in transition and going to the basket. He can make things happen with his dribble penetration.

He can still improve as a shooter, but he’s got solid mechanics on his shot. He’s also a pesky defender. Overall, there’s a lot to like about this kid. Despite two years of college basketball under his belt, he’s still younger than most in his class. He offers very intriguing upside late in the first round.