Top-Five Prospect May Have Eliminated Himself From Rockets Consideration

The majority of mock drafts have the Houston Rockets selecting Connecticut big man Donovan Clingan with the third overall pick, as many view the center position as a chief need for the franchise. Which is understandable, as the Rockets have no way of knowing what they can expect from Steven Adams, who they acquired at the trade deadline. The Rockets have also been linked to Clingan's collegiate teammate, Stephon Castle, who projects to be a tenacious defender on the wing and can create offense for himself and others.