While we are still a long way from the 2016 NBA draft on June 23, there are a number of prospects who aren't getting the hype they deserve.
Players such as Ben Simmons and Brandon Ingram are getting the most buzz because of their standings as the likely top two picks, while college stars Buddy Hield and Denzel Valentine already have plenty of fans. Other players have generated interest, but some guys still remain relatively anonymous heading into the offseason.
Here is a look at a complete mock draft as well as a breakdown of some prospects who aren't household names quite yet but could be drafted much higher than anticipated.
Henry Ellenson, PF, Marquette
This year has a number of one-and-done stars, but it's tough to remember many getting less hype than Henry Ellenson.
Marquette wasn't good enough to make the NCAA tournament this season, and since Ellenson didn't come in with Simmons' background, it was easy for him to be overlooked. However, the power forward had an impressive season with the Big East team, as head coach Steve Wojciechowski told ESPN M ...
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