Jalen Carter (@breadmanjalen) March 1, 2023, This morning I received a telephone call from the Athens Georgia Police Department informing me that two misdemeanor warrants have ben issued against me for reckless driving and racing, writes Carter. The only potential red flag to keep an eye on is Whitmore's 0.7 assists per game, which is an awfully low number for a wing. Photo by Ethan . Inconsistent shooting has affected Whitmore's scoring, but between his functional ball-handling moves to break down defenses and his explosiveness and power in the lane, he's still been able to create and finish opportunities in the half court. While Larsson has seen a bit of a recent statistical decline, one player who is clearly ascending inside the Arizona line-up is Kerr Kriisa. Utah Jazz: Jett Howard (Michigan, SG/SF, Freshman). Denver Nuggets (via Thunder): Keyontae Johnson (Kansas State, SF, Senior). Once he earns himself just a hint of space on the move, he capitalizes with bounce and flexibility or passing vision to set up teammates. His off-the-dribble game and pull-up still need work, but at 6'5" with 80 made threes, including 21 off screens, his athleticism and off-ball shooting should help make him an easy fit in the NBA. Nick Agar-Johnson brings Albert Ghim back on the Deep Dives podcast to talk about Albert's recent article on UCLA guard Jaylen Clark. per game: team: g: gs: mpg: ppg: rpg: apg: spg: bpg: topg: pfpg: fg% 3p% ft% 20-21: ucla: 31: 0: 8.9: 2.5: 2.4: 0.2: 0.1: 0.2: 0.4: 1.1.500.200.750: 21-22: ucla: 29: . We will continue to keep you updated on this story once additional details are released and provided. Hes averaging almost 15 points per game, shooting 40% from behind the arc, grabbing over 7 rebounds, and blocking 1.7 shots per game. Grabbing scouts' attention with a mix of three-level shot-making, ball-screen playmaking, finishing craft (72.0 percent at rim) and defense, Bufkin has entered the draft discussion. Scouts remain hesitant about Bates' athleticism, decision-making, defense and professionalism. Thinking long term, it should be worth betting on Walshs shooting development and what it could do for a 6-foot-7 high-energy defender who can score by attacking closeouts and making pull-ups or runners in the mid-range. He creates separation for himself with counters, timing and bounce. After a nearly two-month layoff, it took Smith only four games to put up 26 points and deliver the creation and shot-making flashes that fueled top-five hype in the preseason. 23. If he is a reliable second or third scoring option while defending at a high level,. Indiana Pacers (via Rockets): Noah Clowney (Alabama, PF, Freshman). Durant, a four-time scoring champion, now sets his sights on Hakeem Olajuwon in 12th place. Jaylen Clark 2023 Draft Profile | Tankathon NBA Home Mock Draft Big Board Compare Prospects Full Order More Jaylen Clark Team UCLA Year Junior Position Shooting Guard Height 6'5" Weight 205 lbs Age 21.38 yrs Draft Age 21.68 yrs Birthdate Oct 13, 2001 Nation USA Hometown Corona, CA High School Etiwanda High School Big Board 53rd STAT STRENGTHS Jonathan Wasserman is the lead scout and NBA Draft analyst for Bleacher Report. Clark, the runaway leader this season with 220 deflections defined as steals, blocks, tipped passes and loose balls collected has picked a prime spot in his apartment to showcase his bone. Detroit Pistons: Amen Thompson (Overtime Elite, Point wing, 2003). Jaylen Clark DraftExpress Profile: scouting reports, videos, stats and logs. Earlier this month, we broke down five early-season stock-risers and five new names on the Draftables, one of which was UCLAs Jaylen Clark. A change of scenery for the World Cup Qualifiers didn't throw off Wembanyama, who went for 22 points, 17 rebounds and six blocks in France's win over Czech Republic. 56. Questions about his 6'3", 172-pound frame and long-range shooting have kept interest from blowing up, but scouts are monitoring his recent three-point streak (he's 8-of-10 from deep over his last four games). Jeremy Woo Dec. At 6-foot-5, he can move his feet, check smaller guards, and be versatile on the perimeter. The NBA has reached its midway point and the NBA Draft picture is starting to take shape after a busy trade deadline. 24. Wembanyama is being used in every possible way for a bigas a post player, pick-and-pop shooter and ball-handler. Jalen Green is a lanky, exceptionally athletic guard whose improvement as a shot-maker shined for stretches during his season with the inaugural G League Ignite team . Though Jordan Hawkins hasnt taken a step forward with his creation and off-the-dribble play, NBA teams should start to picture his shot-making translating to off-ball scoring. Hes still an underrated prospect with his wiggle, off-the-dribble shooting, rim pressure, passing, defensive motor and improvable shooting range. SG. Although his jumper hasn't been falling lately, his 2.0 made threes per game and mid-range shot-making suggest it's worth betting on enough adequate shooting to complement his slashing and transition offense. If you dont guard anybody, Cronin said, youre not going to play.. Age (18) and a valued archetype will keep NBA teams patient with Rupert, a 6'6" wing who has a projectable shooting stroke and 7'3" wingspan for defense. His attitude changed when he joined a stacked club team featuring eventual NBA first-round draft picks Evan Mobley and Onyeka Okongwu, among other older and more decorated players. He's also playing with noticeable energy and activity, which has made him a bigger off-ball scoring threat and disruptive defender. But at some point, one team is bound to bite on his shot-making. His defensive activity and energy have been selling points as well, as Mintz is averaging 2.3 spg off ball pressure, happy feet and good intensity. Hes not just a stopper on that end though, hes also a playmaker with 2.7 steals per game. Jaylen Clark has given NBA teams plenty to be . Averaging 19.9 points over Connecticut's last 11 games, Hawkins continues to look like one of the draft's most convincing shot-makers. Look for his minutes at UCLA to increase and NBA scouts to start to take notice. Overlooked because of:Syracuses record, shooting numbers, physical tools, Undervalued because of:creativity, versatility, shot-making, energy. From a physical perspective, hes strong and athletic with solid positional size at 6-foot-5. Hes shown an unteachable feel for anticipating and reacting as a help defender, jumping passing lanes or blowing up screens to force turnovers and often turn them into fast-break points. The statistical jump is true across the board though as his rebounds are up from 3.8 to 7.7 and his assists from 1.0 to 2.5. Charlotte Hornets: Marcus Sasser (Houston, PG/SG, Senior). We structured our preseason coverage as a reflection of that, identifying and sorting prospects across all six high-major conferences and then throughout all the non-power conferences. A former four-star recruit in class of 2020, Clark has taken some time to come around, but has really blossomed into solid player with NBA upside. Showing solid vision, Williams leveraged the defensive attention he commanded this season as a passer finding cutters with impressive consistency. Latest on UCLA Bruins guard Jaylen Clark including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN NBA.com is part of Warner Media, LLCs Turner Sports & Entertainment Digital Network, *Translations are limited to select pages. 24) powered a Santa Clara team that finished 21-12 and reached the NIT in 2021-22. George has been erratic, though the inconsistency is more so a product of his particular shot selection and style of play. Alongside the trophies, medals, plaques, certificates and awards the UCLA guard has accumulated over a career spanning numerous youth and high school championships plus a trip to the Final Four will soon reside one improbable basketball memento. Bolch is also the author of the recently released book 100 Things UCLA Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die. He previously covered UCLA basketball from 2010-11 before going on to cover the NBA and the Clippers for five years. Only a handful of major conference schools had offered Clark a scholarship, many others skeptical about his slowly developing offensive game. 1 seed is still in play for UCLA. Memphis Grizzles (via Timberwolves): Jalen Pickett (Penn State, PG/SG, Senior). Completely out of Oregon's rotation, Ware will now have to sell himself strictly on potential and the brief flashes of shooting, post scoring, finishing and shot-blocking that he showed. His effectiveness continues to fluctuate in a spot-up role for Duke, though he is shooting an impressive 40.7 percent from three. Council's shooting (27.6 percent 3PT, 78.6 percent FT) shouldn't cause teams to write off his scoring potential. Possessing rare length, Williams had some positive moments contesting shots and staying active defensively, while opposing offenses looked to run him ragged in the pick and roll. At some point, Tubelis' production becomes a selling point that suggests his rim running, finishing, rebounding and short-range touch can work in an energizer role. Nevertheless, scouts came away from the Basketball Hall of Fam Tip-Off Championship wondering if he could be the type of mobile big-body to develop versatility later in his career, almost like Grant Williams. Mintz isnt a likely rookie contributor in 2023-24, and there is also a decent chance hell be back at Syracuse for his sophomore season. The five players with the most steals in UCLA history are all point guards, making Clark something of an outlier. 17. With some of the top NCAA prospects building steam, Thompson answered in the City Reapers' first game of Overtime's playoff semis, finishing with 20 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists while shooting 2-of-4 from three. His popularity continues to grow in NBA circles despite some quiet games, as scouts rave about his skill versatility and the feedback they've received about his work ethic and coachability. Nevertheless, NBA scouts are still expressing intrigue about how his versatile two-way tools could potentially translate. Stats courtesy of Synergy Sports and Sports Reference. His point production has more than doubled, jumping from 6.7 to 15.7 while shooting 46.7% from three and an incredible 72% on two-point field goals. Between his body type and shot, teams are beginning to see translatable three-and-D and thats a floor projection for a freshman who turned 19 years old in November. Guarding as many ball screens as almost any player in the country, he had some solid moments blowing up perimeter actions with his length, but was not immune to lapses and gave up quickness in some matchups. After being one of best reserves in the. Select the first team from the drop down menu. Portland Trail Blazers (via Knicks): Kobe Bufkin (Michigan, SG, Sophomore). Jaylen Clark has really starred in his role so far this season at UCLA. Clowney may be too far away for teams to confidently use a first-round pick on him, but he does have the potential shooting-shot-blocking-rebounding combo that some may be willing to reach on. Jordan Hawkins (Connecticut, SG/SF, Sophomore), Overlooked because of:Limited creation or versatility, Undervalued because of:Translatable/valued shot-making. 16. All teams missing the playoffs are in the Lottery, Teams with worse records get more chances at winning a top four pick (more ping pong ball combos), The 1st overall pick is awarded by a drawing of ping pong balls, The 2nd overall pick is awarded by a drawing of ping pong balls, The 3rd overall pick is awarded by a drawing of ping pong balls, The 4th overall pick is awarded by a drawing of ping pong balls, Remaining lottery teams, sorted by record, fill out picks 5-14, Playoff teams, sorted by record, are assigned picks 15-30 - playoff seeds and outcomes have no impact, Random drawing decides who picks first between teams with same record, Tied lottery teams split their ping pong balls evenly, and any odd remainder and the better draft order position are given to the random drawing winner, Second round is ordered by record without playoff consideration, Second round ties are in reverse order of the teams' first round picks. 4. RotoWire considers the best player values in Yahoo fantasy leagues for Friday's 10-game slate. The undersized point guard had also faced questions about being a UCLA-caliber player before going on to play in three Final Fours and spend a decade in the NBA. Seeing the smallish bone his team had been using earlier this season, Cronin asked for a bigger one. What would he do if Edney swiped at the ball a certain way? As a sophomore, the Estonian native was utilized primarily as a spot-up shooter as over 80% of his shots came from behind the three-point line. Despite playing primarily on the ball, Williams scored 1.41 points per catch and shoot jump shot in the half court [97th percentile] showing terrific natural touch from beyond the arc as a spot up shooter. The shooting and athleticism/tools for finishing and defense alone put Hendricks in the lottery discussion, but it also feels like the 19-year-old has more skill to unlock future scoring potential. JEAN-FRANCOIS MONIER/AFP via Getty Images, Watch more top videos, highlights, and B/R original content, Gregory Fisher/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Already deserving of NBA attention thanks to early signs of 3-point improvement (18-for-40), Colby Jones made another strong statement to scouts with 16 points, five assists and two steals in a win over No. His versatility allowed him to roam the court like a free safety in football, anticipating passes that he either intercepted or tipped to tally another deflection in his pursuit of the deflections bone. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Wizards): Leonard Miller (G League Ignite, SF, 2003). 52. Denver Nuggets (via Lakers): Emoni Bates (Eastern Michigan, SF, Sophomore). Two new underclassmen have jumped into our first-round projections, including one who's making his debut on the 2023 board. Height: 6-5 (196cm) Weight: 210 (95kg), Current NBA Status: Draft Eligible in 2025, High School: Etiwanda High School [Rancho Cucamonga, California], Jump to: [ NCAA ] [ High School ] [ AAU ], Prep/High School: Etiwanda High School [Rancho Cucamonga, California]. Brooklyn Nets: Drew Peterson (USC, SG/SF, Senior). Today, were examining five new players that have started to resonate with NBA scouts after not making the initial Draftables list. Overlooked because of:athletic limitations, lack of self-creation, low-volume shooting, Undervalued because of:versatility/projected fit, two-way tools, improving shooting. The statistical jump is true across the board though as his rebounds are up from 3.8 to 7.7 and his assists from 1.0 to 2.5. In the Athens-Clark County Police Department statement, it says Carter was driving a 2021 Jeep Trackhawk at high speeds alongside LeCroy, who was driving a 2021 Ford Expedition, and were operating their vehicles in a manner consistent with racing leaving the downtown Athens area at 2:30 a.m after the teams national championship parade. 53. LeCroys vehicle had left the road and crashed into power poles and trees. We began this years NBA Draft coverage by ascertaining exactly how things work behind the scenes. Orlando Magic: Trayce Jackson-Davis (Indiana, PF/C, Senior). 33. 25. 21. The bone goes everywhere the team does, accompanying the Bruins this week to the Pacific Northwest. Kind of reminds me of Halliburton. UCLA guard Jaylen Clark is guarded by Arizona State forward Jalen Graham during the first half Monday at Pauley Pavilion. 4 steals & 12 deflections in 22 minutes. Kleckners defensive principles mirrored those Clark would use under Cronin, making his transition to college as easy as all the points he scored on fast breaks. Continuing to produce during conference play should help Hendricks secure a spot on teams first-round boards. San Antonio Spurs: Scoot Henderson (G League Ignite, PG, 2004). Whether we're talking 2023 or 2024 remains to be seen, but he's generating NBA buzz with his versatility and efficiency, particularly after scoring a season-high 28 points in a win over Wisconsin on Sunday. Jaylen Clarks explosiveness and intuitiveness make him among the top defenders on a UCLA team that often struggles in that department. B/R draft expert Jonathan Wasserman updates his mock draft following new developments. 31. 51. To believe that any of 2023's neo-contenders can become bonafide champs over the next few months is to believe that a once-in-a-quarter-century occurrence is about to transpire. It seems like hes a ball of energy in covering ground.. They were a massive disappointment, yes, but also so transcendent for brief moments. Select the second team from the drop down menu. Exceptionally long wing who took a major leap as a jump shooter and shot creator in his third year at Santa Clara and showed his work at the NBA Draft Combine. 6-5, 200 | Class of 2020. Overall, its far from a sure thing, but hes someone who most scouts are saying they intend to track. . 7. Shooting 41.9 percent from three, Johnson has emerged as a three-level shot-maker and passing threat. Utah Jazz (via Timberwolves): Jalen Hood-Schifino (Indiana, PG/SG, Freshman). Charlotte Hornets (via Jazz): DaRon Holmes II (Dayton, C, Sophomore). Johnson is back on NBA radars, producing and impressing with his shooting, post game, passing and off-ball scoring. Those traits allowed Clark to defend every player on the court, from jitterbug point guards to beanpole centers. Developing a familiarity for where teams liked to go with the ball, Collison would often beat intended recipients of passes to their spot. At 6-foot-5, he can move his feet, check smaller guards, and be. 9. Houston Rockets (via Clippers): Rayan Rupert (New Zealand Breakers, SG/SF, 2004). Despite taking just 6.8 shots per game, Noah Clowney is building a strong NBA case with a valued mix of shooting, defense and finishing efficiency. These charges implicate Carter in a Jan. 15 car crash that resulted in the deaths of Georgia offensive linemen Devin Willock and team recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy. Though it may require him to accelerate his pace or have the Bruins go on a deep postseason run, Clark can see it happening. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, There may be no defense for the way Jaylen Clark can confound UCLAs opponents, Jaylen Clark could be just what UCLAs sagging defense needs, Twenty-five years ago, Little Hoop and Tyus Edney launched UCLAs run to its last NCAA title, UCLAs senior trio has persevered in restoring Bruins to national prominence, An exclusive look at details of Chip Kellys two-year contract extension from UCLA, Oh, hes on another level right now. How Jaime Jaquez Jr. took over in UCLAs win, A No. 1 of 5. . Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Jalen Carter was scheduled to speak with the media on Wednesday morning at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., the site of the NFL Scouting Combine.

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