What draft creators are saying about Matt Able, summarized — jump straight to each segment on the creator's channel.
2027 NBA Mock Draft v. 1.0 with @CBSSports Adam Finkelstein
Adam's first add to Sam's board. He notes Able built real momentum in last year's pre-draft process with a terrific combine, and expects him to fit well next to Avdalas at North Carolina. Sam has Able in his top 40 and says he could easily have made the list.
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Way Too Early 2027 NBA Mock Draft
Finds Able very Celtics-y: an exceptional defensive processor who jumps passing lanes, a great catch-and-shoot three-point shooter and a super decisive closeout attacker. Not a creator and needs a lot of muscle, but a really impressive long-term prospect.
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Way Too Early 2027 NBA Mock Draft | The First Round
Thinks Able likely did enough to be a second-round pick last year and can boost his stock as a focal point at North Carolina. A 6'6 guard with size and versatility who shoots, makes shots, handles and offers defensive upside — likely an NBA project, but not locked into one role.
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Way Too Early 2027 NBA Mock Draft
Describes Able as a 6'6 two-way shooting guard whose profile is built around defending the opponent's best player and contributing within the system rather than demanding creation. Fits a team drafting for a defensive identity.
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Way-Too-Early 2027 NBA Mock Draft | FULL First Round
Names Able another major sophomore breakout candidate after transferring to North Carolina: a big-time shooter and high-level athlete who also attacks closeouts, pressures the rim and makes defensive plays. Helped himself in the pre-draft process; if his defense keeps improving, he could be a big riser.
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