Clippers dodged a bullet by passing on Mikel Brown Jr. as pre-draft concern arises

Clipperholics writer Iliyan Lakhani argues that the LA Clippers dodged a bullet by passing on guard Mikel Brown Jr. in favor of Keaton Wagler with the fifth overall pick. Brown Jr., who joined the Brooklyn Nets, recently suffered an ankle injury prior to the regular season, rekindling health concerns that lingered from his college career at Louisville.

While Brown Jr. showed star potential by averaging 16.7 points during summer league play, Lakhani highlights that persistent injury issues make the Clippers' choice justifiable. Although Brown Jr. indicated he is back moving on the court, the absence of a clear recovery timetable reinforces pre-draft durability fears.