Mock Draft Strategy from Pick 3 | Building Around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (9-Cat)

Josh Lloyd runs a 9-category fantasy basketball mock draft from the third overall pick — starting with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, but debating whether Luka Doncic might be the better anchor in category leagues.

Josh breaks down his full draft build, including how to manage assists, turnovers, and efficiency when drafting a high-usage guard early.
He also covers the Keegan Murray injury update, the Brooklyn Nets’ tanking concerns, and Dereck Lively’s preseason rise.

📊 Key discussion points:
• Pick 3 dilemma — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs Luka Doncic
• Keegan Murray’s thumb injury and Sacramento’s rotation fallout
• Drafting around elite efficiency guards
• Mid-round targets like Kristaps Porzingis and Mikal Bridges
• Late-round sleepers and team balance

 

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