Find out more about BWB atBasketballWithoutBorders.com, on Twitter (@NBAAcademyPR) and on Instagram (@NBAAcademy). Hes the type of point guard who makes quick decisions as a passer, and leverages his size to see angles smaller guards would miss. Wallace is sure to be a fan favorite for draft fanatics next year for his toughness and lockdown defense. Shooting his way into the draft discussion with a sweet stroke, Hawkins is burying 3.1 threes in just 24.7 minutes per game while possessing NBA tools and plus athleticism. https://t.co/BsWhLWbJGN pic.twitter.com/p6JANsMlAS. He is a lefty center with great size and above average athleticism and mobility, who can play some Pick and Roll and defend at a good level. The 2023 NBA Draft looks like that type of class. The game also still moves too fast for him on both ends of the floor, and you never want to overvalue a 1-on-0 workout. Toronto Raptors:Colby Jones (Xavier, SG/SF, Junior). Henderson needs to improve as a three-point shooter after hitting just 21.6 percent of his shots from deep. Without a surefire skill to carry over or a standout athletic trait, he isnt a first-round lock. 1 in the 2023 ESPN mock draft, has opted out of his contract with ASVEL Villeurbanne and is signing a two-year contract with Boulogne-Levallois Metropolitans 92 from Paris, a source told ESPN. Remember to bookmark and add to your home-screen. Are PSG better off without Neymar in big games? Wallace profiles as the best freshman on a loaded Kentucky team next season because of his size, strength, and two-way consistency. Victor Wembanyama, ranked No. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. 33. G League Ignite guard Scoot Henderson will pressure Wembanyama for the top pick, but it would be stunning if he actually passed him. After only five weeks, Dick looks capable of immediately providing an NBA rotation with shooting, floor spacing and ball-moving. While Josh Giddey, Alperen Sengun and Usman Garuba are the headliners and potential lottery picks in this 2021 international class, there's still quite a bit of depth behind them, including a couple of potential sleepers we evaluated overseas. The 6-10 forward dominated ANGT Belgrade (U18): 29.3 PTS, 10.3 REBS, 4.5 AST in just 29.3 MIN. Agent Client Lists A highly-touted youth prospect alongside Killian Hayes and Theo Maledon, Cazalon has had his ups and downs over his young career, playing in 10 games in Belgium last season before ultimately landing in Serbia. Without further ado, these are the Top-5 International players for this years Draft Class (including two honorable mention). He still needs to improve as a defender, turn himself into a knockdown shooter, and take his ball screen reads to the next level. LA Clippers: Alex Fudge (Florida, SF/PF, Sophomore). The No. You will receive mail with link to set new password. So where did Jovic come from, why is there so much excitement around him abroad and how does he project at the next level? A torn ACL ruined a breakout season for Brazile, but some team figures to see a buy-low opportunity on elite leaping ability and improving three-point shooting. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Season: 54. Razorbacks games will be must see TV for NBA draft fans next season. I think in the next month," said Darlan. Wembanyama has a feathery-soft touch from 3, even showing the ability to sprint out of the corner into catch-and-shoot 3s or knockdown pull-ups in a workout setting. "I started playing basketball before knowing I would be 7-2. Henderson figures be a target for the Rockets, but they could also see Thompson as an exciting playmaker to pair with Jalen Green. Indiana Pacers:Cason Wallace (Kentucky, PG/SG, Freshman). As Jonathan Givony reported, American-based executives were recently approved to travel abroad, if fully vaccinated, giving them the chance to see a lot of these prospects in person for the first time. The Ignite have landed multiple Academy prospects in recent years, most notable being Dyson Daniels, and have had their eyes set on him since July but he is also eligible to go to the 2023 NBA Draft. Sacramento Kings:Reece Beekman (Virginia, PG, Junior). Among the 38 former BWB campers on opening-night NBA rosters this season (active and inactive), 23 participated in BWB Global, including Deandre Ayton (Phoenix Suns; Bahamas; BWB Global 2016), RJ Barrett (New York Knicks; Canada; BWB Global 2017), Josh Giddey (Oklahoma City Thunder; Australia; BWB Global 2020), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder; Canada; BWB Global 2016), Rui Hachimura (Los Angeles Lakers; Japan; BWB Global 2016), Lauri Markkanen (Jazz; Finland; BWB Global 2015), Bennedict Mathurin (Indiana Pacers; Canada; BWB Global 2020) and Jamal Murray (Denver Nuggets; Canada; BWB Global 2015). We were also able to watch Italian guard Abramo Canka go through an individual workout in Lithuania. 42. While his game is predicated on mismatch positional tools and instincts for passing and blowing up plays on defense, hes also surprised with how well hes shot the three early. Leonard just may be too time-consuming of a project for teams to take on with a first-round pick. Nikola Jovic (2003, 6-10, F, Mega Soccerbet) Nikola Jovic (pictured) exploded this season in Adidas Next Generation and in FIBAs youth World Champioship, forcing scouts to notice him. We'll see.". Whether hes attacking the glass as a rebounder, hitting tough mid-range shots, getting downhill off the bounce, or forcing turnovers on the defensive end, Walker always seems to be around the action. By accessing any information beyond this page, you agree to abide by the Privacy Policy / Your California Privacy Rights and Terms of Use. More playmaking and improved three-point shooting have turned Jones into a legitimate Swiss army knife prospect. Though Strawther hasnt developed into a more threatening creator, his shooting mechanics/rhythm and touch shots are going to make teams see an off-ball scoring fit. 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. I can't picture myself not playing basketball. Orlando and others will buy his tools, athleticism and aggression for transition offense, driving through contact, finishing and defensive playmaking. Taking responsibilities. Philadelphia 76ers (via Hornets):Jordan Hawkins (Connecticut, SG, Sophomore). Its also made him a more believable NBA prospect, although he previously intrigued scouts with his 68 wing size, physical driving, finishing package, rebounding nose and ability to separate/convert in the mid-range. It wouldnt be shocking to see him leave early and test the waters, hoping to use the predraft process to better sell his combination of 68 size and shot-making. Although Wembanyama missed 2 months with a stress fracture in his lower leg, he is now starting to earn first-division minutes with Nanterre, most recently registering 12 points, six rebounds and two blocks in just 14 minutes in a win over Orleans. Golden State Warriors:Anthony Black (Arkansas, PG/SG, Freshman). One of the nations most productive off-screen scorers, Murrell should have a chance at the next level with his movement and spot-up shooting. Born in Italy to a Senegalese father and Turkish-Albanian mother, Canka is a basketball encyclopedia, one of the most focused prospects I've ever been around and someone teams would be wise to learn more about as his game matures. 26. Smith is a slender guard measuring at 63.75 and only 165 pounds built to get buckets off the bounce. B/R draft expert Jonathan Wasserman updates his mock draft following new developments. 32. > 2024 NBA Mock Draft > 2025 NBA Mock Draft. Neither are good outside shooters. An effective pull-up jumper and improved free-throw stroke suggests there is hope for his three-ball. The 8 NBA teams that can win the championship this season. While we saw Besson's worst game of the season from a productivity standpoint (5 point on 9 shots in 30 minutes), he still caught my eye with his improved floor game, confidence and competitiveness as a 6-4 combo guard who can score it at all 3 levels. WebOn opening day of the 199192 season, NBA rosters included 23 international players from 18 countries. The French star and top 2023 NBA Draft prospect plays for Boulogne-Levallois Metropolitans 92 in the French top league. Loves three-point shooting is coming back after a slow start, though his improved two-point efficiency and play-finishing is what makes him a more believable pro prospect. He still doesn't know the exact date of when that visit will come but he is intent on taking a visit as Arizona remains heavily in the mix. The leading scorer, rebounder and shot-blocker in Frances top league, Wembanyama continues to churn out production off both outrageous wingspan-fueled plays and unprecedented creation and shot-making skill for a 74 big. 2, respectively. Jalen Duran. Jonathan Wasserman is the lead scout and NBA Draft analyst for Bleacher Report. Improved shooting has turned Wilson into one of college basketballs top scorers. Maybe Prkacin can find similar success. Still, his mid-range scoring and pull-up shooting ability really is tremendous. 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. Although the level of play at the tournament was down, the rangy wing averaged an eye-opening 29.3 points, 10.3 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.8 blocks in under 30 minutes, while shooting 66% from 2 and 17% from 3 -- and winning MVP -- in the process. Aside from giving the Pistons another potential (likely) All-Star, hed also provide Detroits frontcourt with some needed inside-out offense. 38. With that said, we'll continue tracking Ilic given his defensive versatility along with the fact that he's playing over 20 minutes per game at 21 years old. 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. Patrick Hunt (President of the World Association of Basketball Coaches; Australia), Gersson Rosas (New York Knicks Senior Basketball Advisor; Colombia) and Masai Ujiri (Toronto Raptors President and Vice Chairman; Nigeria) will be the camp directors. At 7-foot-2 barefoot, with a 7-foot-9 wingspan, a massive standing reach, winglike agility, soft touch from 3, tremendous timing as a shot-blocker and excellent feel as a passer, 17-year-old Victor Wembanyama is the world's most intriguing NBA prospect. The son of a longtime national team standout and Euroleague player, Nikola Prkacin, Roko has been on the radar since he was a young teen and caught our eye early on thanks to his mature style of play on the FIBA circuit, knocking off Garuba and Spain to win the 2018 U16 Euros. Kalumas inconsistency has created some hesitation from scouts, but teams should still be willing to spend a second-round pick on an athletic, 67, 225-wing with three-point range and flashes of shot-making versatility. Although Wembanyama, who plays for Nanterre just outside of Paris, was handed a DNP in the first-division game against Strasbourg, we were able to watch an hourlong warm-up, evaluate his physical progression and sit down with the teenage sensation. 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