At 6'9" and 220 pounds, there is plenty of potential impact tied to his ability to handle and start fast breaks, pass on the move, earn buckets in the paint, play-make on defense and guard different positions. Kessler Edwards (Pepperdine, SF, Junior). He brings intensity, skill and energy with great height and length. It's tough to pinpoint Dosunmu's most translatable skill, but he's sharp and productive enough with each (for a 6'5" guard) to justify draft looks and carve out an NBA role. Nix stood out in high school for his 6'5" size at point guard and facilitating IQ. He has a ridiculous blend of length and pop, with a 7-foot-5 wingspan and a 40-inch vertical. Shooting 47.3 percent from three with 4.2 assists to 1.8 turnovers, the sophomore guard now possesses an intriguing mix of speed, skill and grit. ... Jalen Suggs, Jalen Green, Ziaire Williams and Scottie Barnes. Alone, it should be enough to start the lottery conversation. Ziaire Williams, Stanford. Charles Bassey (Western Kentucky, C, Junior). Williams has a picturesque stroke with both the footwork and size to get it off cleanly. 20. But he doesn't project as a passer or defender, so before considering him in the top 20, we'll want to make sure he isn't just an inconsistent isolation player. Williams became Stanford's highest-ranked recruit in the modern recruiting era and the program's first five-star recruit since Reid Travis in 2014. At 6-foot-8, 230-pounds with a 7-foot-2 wingspan, he looks like a clone of former NBA defender Lub Mbah a Moute. 46. Marcus Bagley (Arizona State, PF, Freshman). But Giddey's 6'7" size at point guard, passing skills, scoring craftiness and IQ should draw first-round looks. At small forward, he stands 6 feet 8 inches and weighs 185 pounds. He's pushing 6-foot-7 with a near 7-foot wingspan, a wiry and strong frame and is a great athlete. Small forward. Announced as participating in the 2019 USA Men's Junior National Team July minicamp, but was not able to attend. Concerns over his shooting and self-creation for scoring will make it difficult to fall too deeply in love, however. Josh Christopher (Arizona State, SG, Freshman). Ziaire Williams (Stanford, SF/PF, Freshman) 7 of 14. He doesn't offer much value elsewhere, but if he can continue hover around his 37.7 percent three-point mark while defending his position at an adequate level, an NBA team should find a role for him. Usman Garuba (Real Madrid, PF/C, 2002). He averaged 1.4 blocks per game for … Strengths: 6’8 versatile wing …. Coming off consecutive 18-point games, he's looking more confident with his shot-creation and shotmaking. Johnson made a strong case to scouts in Louisville's win over Duke on Saturday, finishing with three made threes and some high-level passes. Defensively, he has the tools to guard either backcourt spot, while a 3.2 steal rate highlights his quick hands and anticipation. Day'Ron Sharpe (North Carolina, C, Freshman). Though he isn't a passing threat or projected defensive asset, his shooting versatility for a 6'8" forward could earn him an NBA role. 15. Williams has quick feet and is a great defender with his 6-foot-11 wingspan. But he does have a projectable stroke, and at 6'9", his skill level, footwork and passing from the post are pluses. 34. In the modern NBA, he’s likely a combo forward or maybe a stretch four prospect. Wingspan 6'4. He projects as an easy plug-and-play fit for any team, regardless of whether it already has a point guard. 48. Wingspan; Ziaire Williams: 6-8: 185: 6-10½: Shaun Livingston: 6-7½: 186: 6-11: Caris LeVert: 6-7: 191: 6-10: Josh Jackson: 6-8¾: 203: 6-9¾ Johnson was silent in the second half of Duke's tough loss to Louisville over the weekend, unable to get himself involved offensively in the half court. The 2021 NBA draft could have multiple No. James Bouknight (Connecticut, PG/SG, Sophomore). I know it seems like a broken record now, where every player is either tall and skinny and bouncy, tall and long and strong, or big for a guard and strong … Brandon Boston Jr. (Kentucky, SF, Freshman). The Volunteers lost all three games that their freshman has had to sit out because of ankle issues (he played five minutes against Alabama). A foot injury has kept Clarke out since December, but we cooled on the freshman before the injury. Personal Statement. College: Stanford. David Johnson (Louisville, PG/SG, Sophomore). A defensive pest, McBride has developed into a clutch scorer and playmaker for West Virginia, recently carrying the team to a last-second win over Texas Tech on Monday. Shooting for a 6'8" forward will earn Bagley first-round looks. Shooting 42.1 percent from three while averaging 5.9 assists and 2.1 steals, Mitchell is building a draft case around his improved jumper and playmaking and signature defense. Slotting Scottie Barnes in the top seven means buying into his impact with versatility and intangibles and not worrying as much about his scoring. But we've seen enough of his convincing defensive tools, IQ and motor, as well as some hopeful glimpses of passing and open shooting. Ziaire Williams, with headband, celebrates with Sierra Canyon teammates Amari Bailey, right, and Tookey Wigington (22) after making the game-winning basket as time expired against Etiwanda in the Southern California Open Division regional final on March 10 at Cal State Northridge. Hukporti hadn't played a game yet by our last big board update earlier in January. His shot-making versatility and footwork for scoring seem more appealing than his playmaking. Ziaire Williams. Ziaire Williams. There isn't any recent tape to go off except for those games, and Kuminga was a standout with his inside-out scoring skills for a 6'8", 220-pound forward with a 7-foot wingspan. [1] He began playing basketball at age five and was training under the guidance of his father by age eight. G League defenses shouldn't slow down Jalen Green, a special athlete whose skill level has gradually caught up to his quickness and bounce. 14. There isn't anything flashy about Moody's creativity, and the lack of playmaking (1.7 assists) adds pressure to his shot-making. However, the 6'7" wing still has long-term upside given his slashing, floater game and potential to eventually hit spot-up and dribble jumpers. Williams finished his high school career at Sierra Canyon School in Chatsworth, California [2], For his first three years of high school, Williams attended Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles. A search for weakness will lead to his spot-up numbers (25.0 percent FG). 30. In limited action, Cooper looks like the draft's most dangerous setup man, and his ball-handling, quickness off the dribble, passing skills and vision suggest the playmaking can carry over the pros. The rim must looks like a hula hoop to Butler, who made 13-of-16 threes against Kansas and Oklahoma State and is now 40-of-81 for the season. Sandro Mamukelashvili (Seton Hall, C, Senior). 17. Coming off a 13-point, seven assist game in Lithuania, Jokubaitis continues to efficiently produce, both in Euroleague and the Lithuanian LKL. But with his 6'6" frame, projectable jump shot, opportunistic scoring and promising defense, Moody continues to strengthen his case as a worthy top-10 pick. His scoring upside is limited, but he could offer a valued mix of skills/strengths from a supporting role. The 6'8", 220-pound guard has lived up his pre-college hype as a passer and leader while exceeding expectations as a self-creator for scoring and shooter. [10] In his season debut, he scored 28 points in an 85–81 overtime loss to Rancho Christian School. Kinsey has unsurprisingly cooled off from three, but for a world-class leaper, he's made enough strides with his shot-making skills and touch to justify NBA draft looks. He is explosive both with his first step and is also explosive in space. Positional athleticism, versatility, impact and leadership are the selling points for NBA teams, who should be able to use the 6'4" freshman in different ways. Ziaire Williams, Jalen Suggs, ... One of the better shooters in the class, with an incredible basketball IQ, a May 2002 birthdate, and a 7’1” wingspan, Moody is a truly awesome wing that gets underrated because his lack of high-volume scoring. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Basketball released official measurements Saturday morning for players participating in this month’s U18 training camp. Nonetheless, I accepted my role and continued to support my team, improve my game and tried to make a difference whenever I … Offensively, he does struggle with self creation, but not playmaking for teammates. We just didn't see much playmaking (1.7 assists per game), and his three-point game (32.4 percent) was off more than on. For NBA teams with patience, he's an upside play with a potentially valuable mix of shooting and athleticism for finishing and defending. Aaron Henry (Michigan State, SF, Junior). Scouts are eager to see Jonathan Kuminga in the G League bubble next month after watching the Ignite's two scrimmages. Ziaire. In these cases, the average was taken. Williams is a very talented young wing. Ziaire Williams SF – Stanford – HT : 6-7 – WT : 175 – WING: NA – Fr – Ziaire is immensely talented but has a slight frame and has been a bit banged up this season. He is a 6’8, do-it-all … [8][9] Williams was not eligible to play until December 29, due to CIF Southern Section (CIF-SS) transfer rules, and missed more than 10 games. Averaging 3.4 blocks with a 7'3" wingspan, Bassey is an obvious draw for his defensive potential around the basket. It still has, with Mobley sporting a 9.4 block percentage, demonstrating the ability to protect the rim with his quick jump and length and also contest shots away from the basket. 28. [17] On January 7, 2021, he recorded 12 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists, the first triple-double by a Stanford player since 2007, in a 91–75 victory over Washington. But Mobley's fluidity has been equally impressive on offense, where he's averaging 16.5 points on 62.0 percent shooting inside the arc. You may have to strain your eyes to see NBA upside and past his limited frame, lack of bounce and non-playmaking, but Hyland possesses advanced handles and footwork for creation, and his shot-making range extends to the logo. [4] On January 14, 2019, as a junior, he was named Los Angeles Daily News boys athlete of the week following two consecutive games with at least 34 points. Go to Ziaire's Image page [12] As a senior, he averaged 15 points, 7.9 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game, helping Sierra Canyon win the CIF-SS Open Division title. The sales pitch to Jalen Suggs won't revolve around stats, especially given Gonzaga's roster loaded of veterans. Cunningham ranks in the 90-95th percentile as a pick-and-roll ball-handler and isolation player while making 1.6 threes per game on 38.8 percent shooting. It is incredibly on-brand that Barnes is at FSU. Good control on drives …. Terrence Shannon (Texas Tech, SG, Sophomore). Barnes averages 4.0 assists, often working as a transition ball-handler, pick-and-roll operator and live-dribble passer. Ziaire Williams, G/F, Stanford | Freshman. It's still worth questioning his start to the season and whether there is concern with his effectiveness as a creator, but for a 6'7", 19-year-old wing, his slashing fluidity and perimeter scoring potential remain enticing. On April 12, 2020, he announced his commitment to Stanford over Arizona, USC, North Carolina and UCLA. 7 in ESPN 100, commits to Stanford", "Evaluating No. ... Go to Ziaire's Video page Images of Ziaire. 12. [3] Williams missed much of his sophomore season with an injury but saw success in the summer with his club team BTI Select. Production in Disney's bubble is inevitable. 1, but through no fault of Cade Cunningham. He also grades in the 81st percentile out of spot-ups with his ability to attack closeouts and use a floater or get to the rim. He's hit the 25-point mark in three of Arkansas' last five games, and he's actually done more work inside the arc than behind it. Watford has finished with at least 20 points in eight games, beating defenses with his herky-jerky off-the-dribble game and versatile finishing for a 6'9" forward. 2017-18 Highlights; 2017-18 Highlights . His first step and strength are built for driving and finishing, and while we're still waiting to learn more about his shooting consistency, he looks fluid and confident getting into his jumper. ... He’s measured with a 7'8" wingspan and 9’10” standing reach, things that no normal people, let alone basketball players, have. However he is not physically ready for the NBA, and this has been very apparent so far in College. The 2020 class has arguably been known as one of the… Good athlete and finishes above the rim with aggression. By Jason Marcum @marcum89 Aug 10, 2019, 9:11pm EDT Share this … He boasts a 7-foot-5-inch wingspan, ball-handling skills and a high basketball IQ. The 18-year-old has earned a spot on the first-round radar with his scoring versatility, inside and out, for a 6'9" forward. Ziaire has played on 1 basketball team covered by MaxPreps. Measuring similarly to Paul George or Tobias Harris with the ability to create and make shots from each level, Kuminga screams NBA talent. Williams is a 6'8 wing with a near seven-foot wingspan. Jalen Green and Jonathan Kuminga could have a chance to shake up the top of our board, which already has a strong top three. He still isn't an efficient-enough scorer or playmaker to solidify first-round status, but he's in the conversation with the improved shot-making and passing. Boston wasn't going to shoot miserably for the whole season. Christopher's difficult shot selection leads to inconsistency and raises concern about how efficient he can be in the NBA. But he's still averaging 18.7 points and 4.7 assists while shooting 42.9 percent from three, making a case to scouts with his scoring creativity and secondary playmaking for a 6'5" guard. Tennessee also seems to miss him when he's out. 1 overall talents. Three consecutive postponed games put a stop to Henry's best stretch of the season. [13] Williams was selected to play in the McDonald's All-American Game, Jordan Brand Classic and Nike Hoop Summit, but all three games were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Position: SF/SG/PF. Ziaire Williams, with headband, celebrates with Sierra Canyon teammates Amari Bailey, right, and Tookey Wigington (22) after making the game … Ziaire Williams (F, Stanford) 6-foot-8, skinny, lanky, wild bounce, and Stanford’s highest-ranked recruit of all time. We should have a better idea after games against G League opponents at Disney. [6][7], On July 18, 2019, Williams transferred to Sierra Canyon School in Chatsworth, Los Angeles for his senior year. 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