Miami Heat big board 4.0: Final update before the NBA Draft

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Mar 19, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward D.J. Wilson (5) is defended by Louisville Cardinals forward Jaylen Johnson (10) during the first half in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

19. D.J. Wilson, PF, Michigan (Prev. 19)

If the Heat want to take a big swing with the 14th pick (or trade down and nab multiple picks) Wilson makes some sense. He would provide Miami with much-needed length, and could play a backup role anywhere between the 3 and 5. He’s like a longer Okaro White with more upside. He could develop into a pick-and-pop partner for Goran Dragic and the Heat’s other young guards, as well as a secondary ball handler if he develops his passing and court vision.

20. Ivan Rabb, PF, Cal (Prev. 18)

Rabb is a safe pick. He sets good screens, rebounds at a high level and plays good defense. He has nice touch around the rim and, while Cal didn’t ask him to take many 3s, he flashed potential from long range. His decision to stay in school for another year could have cost him a top-10 selection, but the talent is still there. A team could be getting a steal late in the first round.

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At best, Rabb can develop into a high-level glue guy like Al Horford. If selected by the Heat, it’s easy to see Rabb sliding in as the backup 4 and 5, providing rebounding and high-IQ play from either position.

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