|
1. SG Johnny Furphy, Kansas
Australian late bloomer lacks pure strength but has the traits
to be an-off-the-bench shooter at 6-foot-9 while he grows into
his frame at age 19.
2. PG Tyler Kolek, Marquette
Not explosive enough to run by NBA on-ball defense but crafty
with the vision to lead the second unit and dominate in
pick-and-roll sets.
3. Kyle Filipowski, Duke
Fundamentally sound with the touch as a shooter to be a mismatch
problem. NBA teams fear he'll be in chase mode too often on
defense.
4. SG Cam Christie, Minnesota
Lead guard with room for growth at 18, he's more of a project
than most shooting guards in this class but patience could be
richly rewarded.
5. PF Bobi Klintman, Sweden
More mobile than given credit for, Klintman has size (6-9, 212)
and the range to space the floor.
6. SG Justin Edwards, Kentucky
All the tools to take off in the right role, Edwards has a
nearly 7-foot wingspan, giving him a foothold as a defensive
stopper until his 3-point shot becomes more consistent.
7. Tyler Smith, G League Ignite
Southpaw shoots it well and at age 19 has enough upside to earn
a spot because of his potent finishing skills.
8. PG Juan Nunez, Spain
From the Ricky Rubio mold of pass-first point guards with slick
handles and creativity, Nunez lacks the mid-range game and jump
shot to be more than a backup for now.
9. SF Kevin McCullar Jr., Kansas
Competitive and experienced, McCullar isn't elite in any single
area. His value is versatility, particularly consistent
rebounding and defense for his 6-7, 212-pound frame.
10. SG Pelle Larsson, Arizona
A gamer who makes winning basketball plays and decisions. Size
and savvy are Larsson's calling cards, even if he didn't test
exceptionally well or finish with ease against NBA bigs.
--Field Level Media [© 2024 Thomson Reuters. All rights
reserved.]
This material may not be
published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Thompson Reuters is solely
responsible for this content. |
|
