What if the NBA would hold a re-draft before the restart of the 2020 season?

What if the team that has been the worst in league’s history could draft one of the best players to build around? What if a team, that never had a box office attraction, suddenly has the chance to draft the most must-see superstar in the league?

The draft order here is based on the all-time winning percentage of each team in the regular season. With that said, the 2020 NBA Re-draft is officially open.

No. 1 — Minnesota Timberwolves: Giannis Antetokounmpo

With the luxury of having the first overall pick, the Timberwolves get their hands on arguably the best player in the world right now. The room for improvement and his relative youth, in addition to his abilities of course, make him the obvious choice here.

No. 2 — Los Angeles Clippers: Kawhi Leonard

The two-time Finals MVP just turned 29 last month, hence has at least six more years as one of the league’s best players ahead of him. You could argue taking him No. 1 overall, but based on the age difference, he stays with the Clippers at No. 2.

No. 3 — Memphis Grizzlies: LeBron James

Currently in his 17th season, LeBron is still one of the best players in the world. Now, would you build your franchise around a 35-year-old? Probably not. However, if you want to compete for a championship in the next few seasons, you would absolutely take LeBron James when available. If not, you are doing a bad job as general manager, period.

No. 4 — Brooklyn Nets: Kevin Durant

This guy missed one season and half of the basketball world forgets how good he is. When healthy again, Durant will return to being one of the league’s top superstars. He can shoot, he can defend, he can pass, he can do everything at a very high level. Plus, being 31 years of age and one of the best shooters in the game, Brooklyn gets at least 4-5 more elite years out of him.

No. 5 — Charlotte Hornets: Stephen Curry

The modern NBA is all about shooting. Therefore, taking the best shooter in the game seems like a good pick at No. 5. Sure, he turned 32 this year but shooters can be effective even though they are far beyond their physical prime. Let’s not forget Curry’s passing abilities and the fact that he does not need the ball in his hands all the time.

No. 6 — Washington Wizards: James Harden

Harden is averaging 34.4 points per game this season, leading the league in scoring for the third-straight time. You can argue about his ball dominance and his questionable defense but there is no denying that “The Beard” is an offensive juggernaut. Surround Harden with shooters and some capable defenders and you are good to go.

No. 7 — Sacramento Kings: Luka Doncic

I can already see the comments, asking why Luka is so far below on this list. The answer is simple: He is in his second season and has never played a playoff game in his career. He is only 21 years old and will most likely be one of the NBA’s best players for many years to come. Still, he has not shown it on the biggest stage, the NBA playoffs, yet.

No. 8 — Cleveland Cavaliers: Jayson Tatum

In contrast to Doncic, Tatum has proven himself in the playoffs, even in the Eastern Conference Finals. You can argue who will be the better player in five years, with many probably choosing Doncic here, but Tatum is arguably the more complete player. Shooting, defending, passing, being super athletic, Tatum can do it all.

No. 9 — New Orleans Pelicans: Anthony Davis

Over the last six seasons, Anthony Davis averaged 26.3 points, 10.8 rebounds and 2.4 blocks per game. He can play under the basket, as well as handle the basketball on the perimeter. The only questionmark is his health, to be honest, which is the biggest reason why he is not in the top 5.

No. 10 — Toronto Raptors: Zion Williamson

Zion played only 19 games this season, averaging 23.6 points in 29.7 minutes, but given his tremendous upside and ability to impact games on both ends of the floor, he has to be a top 10 pick in this draft. However, his history of injuries is something to keep in mind. At 20 years of age, his health will be the determining factor whether he can one day be the league’s best player.

No. 11 — Orlando Magic: Joel Embiid

In theory, building your franchise around a 26-year-old big man, who averages over 23 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists per game this season, has great post-moves and can hit the three, seems like a no-brainer. However, Embiid also missed his first two seasons in the NBA and never played more than 64 games in a season.

No. 12 — Golden State Warriors: Ben Simmons

Based on the importance of outside shooting in today’s NBA, it is quite ironic to see the Warriors end up with Ben Simmons. However, aside from shooting, there is nothing that the Australian cannot do. Standing 6-foot-10, he can run the point, defend all five positions at a high level and, being just 24 years old, has not even reached his prime yet.

No. 13 — New York Knicks: Damian Lillard

The cover athlete for NBA 2k21 is having the best season of his career so far, posting personal highs in points, assists and three-pointers. For many years, Lillard got overlooked as one of the NBA’s best point guards, but the numbers speak for themselves. Plus, we all know what time it is when the clock is winding down and your team needs a bucket in an important playoff game.

No. 14 — Detroit Pistons: Kyrie Irving

In terms of basketball, there is little to critique about Irving. The 28-year-old has proven his abilities in the regular season, the playoffs and NBA finals, and with a strong hierarchy within the organization and capable teammates, there is reason to believe that Kyrie cannot lead the Pistons to many victories.

No. 15 — Denver Nuggets: Pascal Siakam

After the departure of Kawhi Leonard, Siakam stepped up in Toronto and proved that he can carry a team as the No. 1 option. Given the fact that he did not start playing organized basketball until he was 17 years old and is currently averaging 23.6 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game, you can only imagine how much better the 26-year-old can still get.

No. 16 — Atlanta Hawks: Karl-Anthony Towns

Over the last four seasons, Towns averaged 23.9 points, 12.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game. All being only 24 years old. He has his deficits on defense and building your franchise around a center is always challenging, but given his youth and immense production on offense, Towns seems like the best option available at this point of the draft.

No. 17 — Dallas Mavericks: Paul George

With Kawhi Leonard as his teammate, George has been pushed into the role of the second best player on the Clippers. Still, he easily has the quality to be a playoff team’s No. 1 player. He just turned 30 this year, however, has probably multiple elite years left in him. He can defend the opponent’s best player and put up 25 to 30 a night as the No. 1 scoring option.

No. 18 — Indiana Pacers: Devin Booker

Booker will only be 24 years old by the time next seasons starts. He has career averages of 22.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 4.7 assists and is the type of franchise cornerstone who can be a perennial All-Star, but has been held back by his team when it comes to winning games.

No. 19 — Chicago Bulls: Nikola Jokić

Jokic is still just 25 but has already proven to be one of the best centers currently playing in the NBA. Averaging 20.1 points, 10.5 rebounds and 7.1 assists per game over the past two seasons, with his playmaking abilities Jokic can absolutely be the cornerstone of the franchise, despite his struggles on defense.

No. 20 — Philadelphia 76ers: Klay Thompson

Known for being one of the deadliest three point-shooters in NBA history and one half of the “Splash brothers”, Thompson does not get enough recognition as of the best all-around players in the game. He is an elite perimeter defender, can create his own shot, as well as create for others.

No. 21 — Milwaukee Bucks: Trae Young

This season, Young is averaging 29.6 points, 9.3 assists, 4.3 rebounds, 3.4 threes and 1.1 steals per game. He’s still just 21 years old and, with his exceptional shooting and playmaking skills, his game is a perfect fit for the modern NBA. Building around a player like Young can have a similar impact as Steph Curry in Golden State.

No. 22 — Miami Heat: Russell Westbrook

The 31-year-old may get up there in age, and because of his reliance on his athleticism, he does not have many years as a top-level guard left in him. Nevertheless, as of right now, Westbrook is still the most athletic guard in the NBA and can carry a team, compiled of the right pieces, to the playoffs.

No. 23 — Houston Rockets: Bradley Beal

Bradley Beal has been one of the most consistent scorers in the last two seasons, despite having little to no help in Washington. With John Wall being sidelined, Beal has stepped his game up and proven himself as one of the best guards in the league. He turned 27 this year and there is no reason to believe his production will slow down in the foreseeable future.

No. 24 — Phoenix Suns: Jimmy Butler

The Suns get themselves a player that expects nothing but the best from his teammates, while holding everyone in the organization accountable. Of course, Butler is a great player, can put up the numbers and be a valuable asset on defense, but his mindset and mentality are the crucial factor for this pick.

No. 25 — Portland Trail Blazers: Rudy Gobert

In 2020, we still value offense over defense. Just look at how high James Harden is on this list, despite playing little to no defense. The Frenchman might be the best player in the NBA on one end of the floor, while being decent on the other end. He dominates games with his control of the paint and, by himself, makes Portland one of the toughest teams to play in the West.

No. 26 — Utah Jazz: Ja Morant

In his rookie season, Ja Morant transformed the Memphis Grizzlies from a lottery team to the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference. He is as explosive as any guard in the league, has great handles and playmaking abilities. In addition to that, his jumper is solid. And let’s not forget: He has not even turned 21 this year.

No. 27 — Oklahoma City Thunder: Donovan Mitchell

Mitchell has put up personal highs in points, assists, rebounds and field goal percentages this year, while being just 23 years old. In addition to his athletic abilities, he has become a solid shooter, knocking down 2.5 threes per game on 36.4 percent from behind the line.

No. 28 — Boston Celtics: Kristaps Porzingis

“The Unicorn” has risen to become one of the best Power forwards before suffering a torn ACL last season. So far, he is averaging 19.2 points, 9.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game. The 24-year-old is a modern NBA big man, that can play inside the paint and step behind the three-point line.

No. 29 — Los Angeles Lakers: Jaylen Brown

Playing alongside Kemba Walker and Jayson Tatum did not help Jaylen Brown in his quest to become an All-Star this year, despite putting up impressive numbers: 20.4 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game. Browns turns 24 in October and is only going to get better in the foreseeable future.

No. 30 — San Antonio Spurs: Bam Adebayo

The 23-year-old became an All-Star for the first time this season, averaging 16.2 points, 10.5 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game. Despite not offering much as a shooter, Adebayo can put up the numbers inside the paint and protect the rim on the defensive end. Furthermore, he is very versatile for a big man.