Tag: NBA Draft
High-flying athletes like VJ Edgecombe always draw attention from the masses and rise up throughout the draft process. Edgecombe produced like one of the best freshmen in the nation, making nightly highlights with his elite explosiveness and shooting flashes. Just how good can Edgecombe become at the NBA level with his physical and athletic tools? […]
Offenses covet dunks more than any shot in basketball, and for good reason. Dunks create highly efficient offenses and often require lots of space to materialize, whether in transition or due to defensive breakdowns. Therefore, players who can create dunks in half-court settings often bring incredible value. Many offensive stars generated lots of thunderous slams […]
Liam McNeeley’s archetype will likely never fully go out of style. NBA teams covet tall, smart shotmaking wings who help their lineups add spacing, size and versatility. McNeeley’s shooting track record speaks for itself, but what else will he bring to the table? Can McNeeley add value in other ways aside from shooting at the […]
For the first half of the season, Kasparas Jakucionis played like a potential top-five pick. After a mid-season injury, he didn’t return to his previous level of play. Jakucionis boasts excellent size, passing feel and shooting potential, but he’s limited in notable ways. Which version of Jakucionis will his future NBA team receive? Team: Illinois […]
In a class devoid of true center bets, Sorber stands out as a strong two-way big man option. Teams will enjoy his rim protection, throwback post scoring and playmaking verve. How highly will teams invest in a player like Sorber, who can boost the floor of a frontcourt, versus other, more volatile prospect bets? Team: […]
Few projected Labaron Philon to declare for the draft after his freshman season, but Philon starred for the Crimson Tide this season. He proved himself a critical rotation piece for one of the nation’s best teams, fitting Nate Oats’s system snugly. How will Philon translate his college success to the NBA level? Team: Alabama Height: […]
Sophomore center Rueben Chinyelu of the Florida Gators announced Thursday his decision to enter the 2025 NBA draft while keeping his collegiate eligibility, joining forward/center Alex Condon. Chinyelu posted this statement to X: “First and foremost, I want to thank God for blessing me with the opportunity to pursue my dreams. I’m incredibly grateful for […]
Collin Murray-Boyles will be the top returning player in the 2025 NBA Draft. He’s a polarizing prospect; some scouts love his unique blend of physical and mental traits and others worry about his lack of height and outside shooting. Where does Murray-Boyles land on that spectrum? Team: South Carolina Height: 6’7 Weight: 231 Wingspan: 7’2 […]
Illinois freshman forward Will Riley will enter the 2025 NBA draft, he told ESPN’s Jonathan Givony on Monday. Riley is currently projected as the No. 15 pick by ESPN. Riley was named Big Ten Sixth Man of the Year after averaging 12.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game this past season. Will Riley […]
Derik Queen began his college career with a 22-point, 20-rebound game and capped it off with an NCAA Tournament buzzer beater. Scouts are split on Queen, with some fearing investing in a big man who isn’t a prolific shooter or interior defender. But Queen was a bona fide star scorer at the college level. Can […]
