Is Scoot Henderson the real number one pick of the NBA Draft?

NBA Draft prospect Scoot Henderson finished High School early, becoming the youngest player to play in the NBA G League, aged 17. Two years later, he is ready for the NBA.

Henderson has played for Ignite in the G League, battling against pros who play at an extremely high level, with many having NBA experience.

The G League prospect is expected to go number two in the 2023 NBA Draft, behind potential generational big man Victor Wembanyama.

The last five MVPS have gone to players 6ft10 or above, but Henderson's readiness for the NBA and pure natural ability and durability gives him a case for being a better pick than Wembanyama.

Henderson took a risk, signing a seven-figure deal at 17 to play in the G League instead of finishing high school and college. The risk seems to have paid off, flourishing against NBA-level pros.

Last season, Henderson averaged 17.6 points, 6.6 assists, and 5.1 rebounds and shot 44.4% from the field. His shot requires improvement, but that's where Steph Curry comes in.

Henderson has formed a strategic alliance and mentorship with NBA legend Stephen Curry, with Curry helping Henderson out in the pre-draft process.

Henderson is a physically gifted athlete, but his three-point shot can do with some work, hitting 32% of his three-point attempts.

Steph Curry is the greatest shooter in NBA history, and with Henderson training with Curry, the upside on his potential could be monumental, producing a player who is effective on the inside and outside.

At 6ft2 and 196 pounds, Henderson provides NBA teams with readiness in every single compartment and has the leaping ability to compete with Ja Morant, Russell Westbrook, and Donovan Mitchell.

According to usatoday.com, Henderson said: "This is what I've always wanted. My plate might be full, but I'm going to eat. I'm hungry. That's what I've worked my whole life for."

His confidence and ability comes with humility, knowing that the NBA is the toughest of tests in the basketball world, and he is ready for that challenge.

Henderson is in a fight with college player of the year Brandon Miller, competing for who ends up in the number two or three spots.

The Charlotte Hornets occupy the number two pick, but he wouldn't fit into Charlotte's current starting five, who possess All-Star guard LaMelo Ball in the same position as Henderson.

If Charlotte picks Miller, who can play off the ball and provide a better service for Ball, Henderson will end up with Portland, potentially forming an elite duo with Damian Lillard.

Whatever happens, Henderson is ready for the NBA and provides a unique skill set that's better than anyone else in the 2023 draft class.