We wrote a 2,000 word breakdown of why Wembanyama is one of the best prospects to ever hit the NBA draft. He also went 10-of-22 from three-point range, good for 45.5 percent. He's also capable of beating switches in the mid-post area. The 18-year-old Begarin is averaging 12 PTS in 26 MIN while shooting 58% from 2 and 34% from 3. That still leaves a handful of prospects who look like strong late-lottery options. Regardless, the Thompson twins are mega-athletes with a high motor and a strong feel for the game. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. His combination of 66 size and exciting athleticism has led to some wild finishing highlights, though hes also demonstrated impressive ball-handling and burst to beat defenders and tough shot-making skill off his own creation. Hes blocking shots at an excellent rate (4.6 per 40 minutes). Despite his strong frame at 220, Prkacin shouldn't be expected to have an impact in an NBA game tomorrow, but he plays a highly coveted forward position, has a strong track record both on the FIBA circuit and in the Adriatic League, and ticks a lot of the boxes teams look for in an international prospect. Rupert is intriguing. Shooting is definitely his swing skill after going 1-of-6 from three-point range and 5-of-10 from the free throw line in six FIBA U18 games. NEW YORK AND MIES, SWITZERLAND The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) today announced the top 40 male prospects from 27 countries who will travel to Salt Lake City, Utah for the seventh annual Basketball Without Borders (BWB) Global camp, which will be held Friday, Feb. 17 Sunday, Feb. 19 at the Utah Jazz Practice Facility as part of NBA All-Star 2023. It's also worth noting that 20-year-old Croatian big man Karlo Matkovic has been excellent in Petrusev's absence. Phrases like Unicorn, generational talent and future franchise player have already been used on him. Just six months ago, Darlan's only pursuant was Santa Clara who had brought him on an official visit during his junior year. Specializing in drafts with top players on the NBA horizon, player profiles, scouting reports, rankings and prospective international recruits. Copyright 2023 NBA Media Ventures, LLC. It might not be as deep as the 2022 class which had 11 international players get selected but it certainly has some really interesting players, starting at the Top! 2023 Mock Draft; 2024 Mock Draft; Consensus Mock Draft; My Mock Drafts; Create Your Own Mock Draft; Actual Drafts; Outstanding Trades; Search Players; 39. He eventually picked up basketball and moved to a small club called Sava in Belgrade, where some remember seeing him knock down 11 3s in a game with no shortage of confidence at around 6-foot-1. Great to be able to watch 19-year-old 7-footer Ariel Hukporti work out with @Dgale14 out in Lithuania. He topped 25 points in four games this season, most recently dropping 27 on Blois while knocking down 6-of-9 3s. Luka Doncic was a prodigy making waves in Europe by age 13. Remember to bookmark and add to your home-screen. International - African Players Top Plays of the Day, 02/24/2023. The Thompson twins groundbreaking path to the draft makes their production difficult to contextualize, but theres no denying their immense physical talent. The Arkansas native is a 63 guard with a reported 69 wingspan who projects as a three-level scoring threat with some playmaking ability. I'd be interested to see what he looks like in an NBA Combine setting, where we saw Luka Samanic turn himself into the 19th overall pick with his play in Chicago. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Wizards):Sidy Cissoko (G League Ignite, SG/SF, 2004). For more on the season Hukporti is having in the Lithuanian League -- 17.1 points, 13.0 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per 40 minutes -- here's Jonathan Givony's recent scouting report. The twins are going to be a tricky evaluation for several reasons. It's worth noting that the majority of international scouts have remained in their home markets given the COVID-19 pandemic, making this a more difficult class to get a feel for as far as team consensus goes. He profiles as an elite rim protector on defense and lob threat on offense who is also showing the ability to space the floor out to three-point range. He boasts an interesting mix of positional strength, shooting and scoring instincts. Instead of nitpicking Wares inconsistent production, scouts will put more stock into his flashes of skill that create a valued stretch 5/rim protector archetype. "I am going to Arizona very soon. Thomas Bryant is a great player for Hukporti to try and emulate. Sacramento Kings:Reece Beekman (Virginia, PG, Junior). Basketball Scoreboard - NBA, NCAA, G League, International, National, AAU, High School Scores - RealGM He's also still learning when to attack, when to facilitate and when to rely on his jumper. "It's like showtime. He was the best player on the floor in the first quarter at age 17. 33. Web2023 Extended Mock Draft 3.0 02/01/2023; International Stock Watch 01/11/2023; 2023 NBA Extended Mock 2.0 12/07/2022; 2023 NBA Extended Mock 1.0 10/18/2022; The Battle for the #1 pick: Victor Shines Against Scoot/Ignite 10/14/2022; Early Top-5 International Prospects for the 2023 NBA Draft 07/05/2022 He is comfortable knocking down back-shoulder turnarounds. 20. 51. To date, more than 90 NBA Academy participants have committed to or gone on to attend NCAA Division I schools in the U.S., and 18 have played, are playing or have signed to play professionally, including Dyson Daniels (New Orleans Pelicans; NBA Global Academy), Giddey (NBA Global Academy), and Mathurin (NBA Academy Latin America). 32 NFL players who could change teams this offseason. But his NBA moneymaker will still be providing instant offense with shot-making and microwave scoring. However, he checks a valued mix of boxes with his improved shooting, passing and switchable defense for a 610 forward. He didn't take the floor against Fenerbahce when we were evaluating Garuba, but at 6-5 with an excellent court sense and vision, he's a prospect scouts are very familiar with. Nike, a global partner of BWB since 2002, will outfit the campers and coaches with Nike apparel and footwear. You will have to go back to Luka Doncic to find such an anticipated international prospect. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). They did some absolutely brilliant, confounding, and unprecedented stuff on the court. 16. Gambling problem? International - African Players Top Plays of the Day, 02/28/2023 59. Henricks has emerged as a one-and-done prospect with consistent highlight finishes, three-point shooting and shot-blocking. Hybrid forwards get a lot of bites at the apple to prove themselves in the NBA, which bodes well for a guy like Prkacin long term. His shooting form and ability is his real intrigue, and he will need to put up efficient numbers after falling short the past couple seasons. Standing at 6-10 with a ridiculous 7-7 wingspan and good level of athleticism, the Nigerian center has all the tools to become an interesting prospect. A late bloomer who is still somewhat unknown to most NBA executives, Procida is the type of prospect who could have broken out in a Nike Hoop Summit type of setting in a normal year without a pandemic. Memphis Grizzles (via Timberwolves): Jaylen Clark (UCLA, SF, Junior). https://t.co/BsWhLWbJGN pic.twitter.com/p6JANsMlAS. With a valued archetype, hes going to earn a lot of fans for the versatility tied to his 67 size, projectable shooting stroke, passing IQ, high-level defense and toughness. So often when young international prospects know a scout or talent evaluator is coming to a game, the nerves and pressure to perform are palpable. Rayan Rupert (2004, 6-6, G, New Zealand Breakers) After a His production in the G League last season 14.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.6 steals per game on 45 percent shooting from the field was remarkable given how young he was. Coach K has retired, but Duke still landed the nations No. There are some intriguing prospects in this class. The 20-year-old mobile big man could garner interest in the second round of 2021 or 2022 as he rounds out his skill set. But that he has very few holes in his game from a skill perspective is a positive, considering his age. I was at the Jordan Brand Classic when he pulled off a ridiculous two-handed chasedown block that caused a collective gasp throughout the gym. It's rare for 20-year-olds to play at least 20 minutes per night at the Euroleague level, but Jokubaitis is doing exactly that, joining names like Doncic, Saric, Ricky Rubio and Beno Udrih as some of the only sub-21 prospects to have such a big role since 2000. 53. WebGet the latest NBA Draft prospect rankings from CBS Sports. International - African Players Top Plays of the Day, 02/26/2023. 2 projected NBA prospects in our first NBA Mock Draft of the 2022 cycle were Paolo Banchero and Chet Holmgren the same prospects who indeed in 2022 went No. Sacramento Kings:Maxwell Lewis (Pepperdine, SG/SF, Sophomore). A skinny 7-3 giant with a 7-9 wingspan who moves like a wing on offense and operates like a big on defense. This site has no affiliation with the National Basketball Association | Website by, 2022, The Deepest Draft Ever: Top Undrafted Players. His motor and discipline as a pick-and-roll defender could also use a boost. Indiana Pacers (via Celtics):Jordan Walsh (Arkansas, SF/PF, Freshman). 37. Teams could take a chance on Beekman carving out a two-way playmaker role with his passing IQ and pesky defense. He also is an agile roller with elite hands. Still unknown to most scouts as he was never invited to the French junior national team, Besson's peak draft stock should come in 2022, especially since he's garnering interest from clubs all over Europe and beyond for next season. "I talk to the coaches, he's [Tommy Lloyd] a very good coach and he would make me good.". Begarin's handle, touch as a finisher and jumper are still a work in progress. Filipowski has been Dukes best player early on. WebOn opening day of the 199192 season, NBA rosters included 23 international players from 18 countries. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. NEW YORK, United States of America, February 9, 2023/APO Group/ -- BWB Global Camp During NBA (www.NBA.com) All-Star 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah; Will Bring Together Top 40 High-School-Age Prospects from 27 Countries.The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) today announced What exactly is it that Wembanyama believes is so fascinating to NBA scouts and executives? Smith is the biggest star in a loaded Arkansas recruiting class that includes fellow first round picks Jordan Walsh and Anthony Black. Here are some of the biggest themes of this draft class. Giannis Antetokounmpo. After only five weeks, Dick looks capable of immediately providing an NBA rotation with shooting, floor spacing and ball-moving. Considering Pepperdines weaker strength of schedule, passing key tests against Gonzaga during conference play could help Lewis start to generate lottery buzz. But he is one of the most intriguing prospects of his generation. 5. WebIf you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. Shot-blocking second nature. The wait is over. Victor Wembanyama is finally eligible for the upcoming NBA Draft, making the 2023 International Draft class one of the most interesting of all time. Made the drive to Saint Quentin, France for some Pro B action. His massive reach and mobility also will make him a lob threat as he fills out. First live look at 19-year-old French guard Hugo Besson, who is putting up big numbers for Saint Quentin: 15.8 PTS and 2.7 AST in just 28.1 MIN while shooting 61% from 2 and 31% from 3. Fluid athlete who can shoot it on the move: 41% from 3 on 75 attempts so far this season. 15. The Spurs are showcasing the importance of Black culture in their community for the month of February. In what has become an annual tradition of sorts, most of the players I scouted on my two-week trip in Europe underperformed relative to their season averages. Follow the camp using the hashtag #BWBGlobal on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. International - African Players Top Plays of the Day, 02/28/2023. 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