Unranked to NBA: Draft Prospects’ Hidden Journeys
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1. Cedric Coward
Projected Range: Middle of the first round
Position: SG (Shooting Guard)
College: Washington State
Key Highlights:
Unconventional path: Started at division III, transferred to Eastern Washington, then Washington State.
Impressive NBA draft combine performance, notably as a shooter. Good size (6’6″ with a 7’2″ wingspan) and shooting ability (39% from three).
High character and good teammate.
Brief but impactful tenure at Washington State, cut short by a shoulder injury. Was committed to transfer to Duke before the draft combine.
Scouting Report Highlights:
Excellent shooter, especially off the dribble.
Strong character traits.
Potential to be a top-20 pick.
2. Danny Wolf
Projected Range: Middle of the first round
Position: PF (Power Forward)
College: Michigan (Transferred from Yale)
Key Highlights:
Skilled with the ball and a good passer for his size.
Initially offered a walk-on spot at Michigan, chose Yale.
Broke out in his second season at Yale.
Transferred to Michigan and became a playmaker.
Formed a strong pick-and-roll tandem with Vlad Goldin.
Scouting Report Highlights:
Exceptional passing vision and handle for his size.
Needs to improve defensively (foot speed) and free-throw shooting.
Would be a good fit in a five-out offensive scheme.
Dished out 132 assists this past season, the moast by a 7-footer in the past 25 years.
3. Ryan Kalkbrenner
Projected Range: Late first round
Position: C (Center)
College: Creighton
General Observations:
The article highlights players with unconventional paths to the NBA draft, emphasizing the importance of development and opportunity.
Shooting and versatility are key attributes being sought by NBA teams.
Character and team play are also considered crucial factors.
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