3 Perfect 2022 Draft Targets For The Charlotte Hornets

Mar 24, 2022; San Francisco, CA, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Drew Timme (2) hugs Arkansas Razorbacks forward Jaylin Williams (10) after the game in the semifinals of the West regional of the men's college basketball NCAA Tournament at Chase Center. The Arkansas Razorbacks won 74-68. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /

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Mar 20, 2022; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes forward E.J. Liddell (32) shoots the ball on Villanova Wildcats forward Jermaine Samuels (23) in the second half during the second round of the 2022 NCAA Tournament at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /

Draft Target: E.J. Lidell, Forward – Ohio State

The Hornets need more versatile wing players, and that’s where two-time All-Big Ten forward E.J. Lidell comes in. The 240-pound, 6’7″ forward is a complete beast. This season he averaged 19.4 points per game, 7.9 rebounds per game, and 2.6 blocks per game. He’s an absolute unit down low, as he easily muscles guys out of the way while hitting smooth post shots. He also has a solid shot; he shot 37.4% from three on 3.8 attempts per game. He uses his frame well on defense, as he led the Big Ten this season with an 8.5 block percentage. His defense could provide a spark for the already-elite Hornets offense.

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