For some hopeful NBA prospects, an uninspiring 2018-17 season could potentially sink their draft stock. Minimal progress in college doesn't quite suggest room for growth as a pro. Failing to show improvement over the course of three or four years will naturally turn scouts off.
The following prospects are legitimate first-round talents who've yet to put it all together. However, it doesn't mean we should write them off. A strong year could launch them straight up 2018 draft boards.
At one point in time, each of these prospects have been viewed as potential top-30 selections. Most of them have all the tools—they just need to make specific strides they've yet to make as freshmen and sophomores, whether it's their shooting, conditioning, efficiency or consistency.