Upside and Motor offers its latest NBA draft player rankings and there are a number of names with Nor Cal connections:

* 9. JAYLEN BROWN

SF, Cal

Chris: Brown’s inability to shoot has been less of a story than Ben Simmons’ failures, but the Cal forward struggles with similar problems away from the basket. If he can develop a jumper, it’ll go well with his 72.1 percent shooting at the rim. That would make him a versatile offensive threat to go along with his defensive potential.

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* 15. IVAN RABB

PF, Cal

Austin: Rabb has really impressed me so far this year. His work ethic and the way he is active in talking on defense really stand out. Cal hasn’t been using him this way, but he could be a nice pick and roll big man in the NBA.

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* 39. GARY PAYTON II

PG, Oregon State

Austin: The only thing that Payton can’t do is shoot, which he happens to be pretty poor at. He plays hard and has an insane awareness on defense that isn’t matched by anybody else in this draft. Some team might be able to steal him in the second round.

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* 40. TYRONE WALLACE

SG, Cal

Chris: Wallace has seen his finishing at the rim improve this season, which is a welcome sign. He’s one of the biggest point guards in the draft and could be a versatile defender in the league.

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* 46. MARCUS LEE

PF, Kentucky

Austin: Lee’s athleticism has been on full display in Kentucky’s games this season. It would be hard for a team to pass up on a guy with the frame and raw bounce that Lee has on draft night.