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Yann Kamagate Has Franchise-Altering Upside
Draftstack examines 7-foot-1 five-star big-man Yann Kamagate’s profile, timeline, breakout, recruitment, and project and determine his floor and ceiling.
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I'm working on something for @TheDraftstack where I highlight my favorite freshman at each position, and it was hard not to have Deron Rippey Jr. as my point guard. Like really hard.
I love his aggressiveness defensively and his feel for the game. Not sure if he's a prospect for the 2027 cycle, but definitely someone I'm keeping my eye on long term.
Breakdown below ⬇️
Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje continues to steal headlines from Duke’s exhibition win over Belmont, and rightfully so. But Deron Rippey Jr.'s great performance off the bench can’t fly too far under the radar.
Rippey Jr. finished the night with 11 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal in 22 minutes of action. His biggest draw as a high school prospect was his defensive energy and athleticism, and both of those traits shone through all night. Rippey Jr. picked up opposing ball handlers the second they crossed halfcourt, consistently getting in their grills and making life uncomfortable for them. He was physical on the ball, using his body and foot speed to shut down driving lanes while battling hard through screens.
He set the tone defensively the second he checked in, and as a freshman guard trying to earn playing time on a stacked Blue Devils team, that was a strong impression to leave.
In transition, Rippey Jr. used his speed to get downhill and create for himself at the rim or make a quick read to set up his teammate in the dunker spot. His explosiveness allows him to put constant pressure on the rim, and at any point he can change gears and attack his man off the dribble, which was evident in his debut. Rippey Jr. also isn’t a stranger to contact and is a physical finisher despite being listed at 6’3” on Duke’s website.
While he did turn it over three times, Rippey Jr. still showed the ability to make quick reads and run an offense as the lead ball carrier. His handle is tight, and his ability to understand and process the game quickly will let Jon Scheyer trust him as a primary ball handler.
The outside jumper remains a swing skill for Rippey Jr., but it was an encouraging start, with him shooting 1-of-1 from deep on a transition three attempt. If he can become a respectable three-point shooter, his ability to attack defenders downhill off the dribble will only open up more.
Rippey Jr.’s draft range is still difficult to project, and he may be more of a 2-3 year college player rather than a one-and-done prospect. However, what he showed in his Blue Devils preseason debut was an encouraging start, and if he can keep it up while improving his outside stroke, he could have a real shot at being drafted this year.
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Been waiting for this one to drop!
Matt Able is one of my favorite prospects in the 2027 NBA Draft. His floor looks like a high-end role player, but I see some Klay Thompson-like offensive upside in his game, that can develop with the ball in his hands more at UNC this year!
So happy with how this piece turned out, any and all support would be greatly appreciated❤️
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Draftstacks’s Chris Lambert (@CLambertmedia) dives in on why UNC’s newest guard has the floor of a high-end role player and the offensive upside to become much more.
Matt Able Deep-dive, check it out at the link in the replies below! ⬇️
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I’m very curious to see how Matt Able does in a new system. He’s a player who I was high on coming out of high school, but who somewhat underwhelmed during his debut campaign.
Very good defender whose offense will be more relied upon this year, definitely worth monitoring.
Draftstacks’s Chris Lambert (@CLambertmedia) dives in on why UNC’s newest guard has the floor of a high-end role player and the offensive upside to become much more.
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Paul McNeil Jr. is as pure of a sniper as they come! Can’t wait to see him shoot the lights out at NC State this upcoming season.
He’s definitely one of my favorite second round sleepers in this 2027 NBA Draft cycle, full breakdown below⬇️⬇️⬇️
Coming into the 2026 college season, there are very few players who are bigger flamethrowers than Paul McNeil Jr. The now-junior guard had a strong sophomore year with NC State, where he averaged 13.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 0.8 assists, and 1.0 stock per game while shooting 42.7 percent from three on 7.2 attempts per game.
McNeil Jr. is a unique guard who stands 6'5" with a wingspan that's been reported to be around 7 feet.
The biggest draw to McNeil Jr. is his outside scoring, as once he gets hot, even the fire department can’t cool him off. He thrives off the catch, and the confidence with which he shoots the ball, paired with his fast release, makes it easy for him to catch and pull from deep. McNeil Jr. doesn’t really have a strict range, as he is super comfortable shooting while beyond the three-point line. He’s great at relocating off the ball to get a clean look, and is also a capable pull-up shooter from deep.
Because he’s such a threat from deep, defenses have to respect him, which can open up lanes to attack downhill for his teammates. NBA teams look for this trait and love to surround star players with it.
Outside of his perimeter scoring, the rest of his offensive bag is so-so. McNeil Jr. isn’t a high-level self-creator, as his handle is rather loose for a guard and can result in turnovers when he’s playing on the ball. He also isn’t a good playmaker and is viewed way more as the shoot-hunting type of guard than someone you can rely on to drive your offense from the point.
At 190 lbs, McNeil Jr. is rather thin-framed, and it can affect his downhill scoring as he can get pushed around and outmatched physically on drives.
On the defensive end, the upside is there. As mentioned, McNeil Jr. has a reported near 7-foot wingspan, which gives him a ton of upside to be disruptive defensively in passing lanes and on the ball. It can also give him an advantage when rebounding against other guards and wings. The issue with McNeil Jr. defensively is consistency, as he can be undisciplined and lose focus on that side of the basketball at times. If he wants to be viewed as more than just another shooter in the 2027 NBA Draft class, improving defensively would be one way to do that.
Although Paul McNeil Jr. may currently profile as a specialist, he has upside to become much more than a pure shooter. If he can add muscle to help him when driving the ball, tighten his handle, improve his reads as a playmaker, and lock in more on defense, he could be a really well-rounded long guard. But even if he doesn’t develop one or two of those traits, he’ll be in real consideration to be drafted in the second round of the 2027 NBA Draft class.
These highlights are from his game against Texas Southern last season, where he exploded for 47 points and tied the ACC single-game record with 11 made three-pointers, shooting 11-of-17 from deep.
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I was impressed by Haralson last year and he is as my 23rd ranked returning prospect to start this season. He's shooting is questionable but his other attributes are encouraging.
Jalen Haralson had an underrated freshman season with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and is now set to team up with one of the top transfers of this cycle, Juke Harris, at Tennessee. This past season, Haralson averaged 16.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game, while shooting 51.5 percent from the field.
At 6’7” and 220 pounds, Haralson has the ideal build for a wing in the modern NBA. He has a well-rounded skill set and isn't the type of player that needs to dominate the ball to be effective, which helps his fit alongside Harris on the wing for the Vols next season. He’s a solid creator and is capable of initiating an offense and handling the ball.
Scoring-wise, he excels at getting downhill and scoring at the basket. He has solid finishing skills and relatively smooth touch around the rim, making him the type of player who constantly puts pressure on the rim. Haralson is a real advantage creator and knows how to use his size to dominate mismatches when smaller players are switched onto him. When given room to work, Haralson’s athleticism can be on full display with big dunks or sweet finishes above the rim. He can handle himself in the pick-and-roll, and has definitely flashed serious upside as a potential jumbo playmaker.
Where the question marks come in offensively is his three-point shooting. At times he’s shown flashes of an effective catch-and-shoot player, but has really struggled with efficiency and volume, shooting just 20 percent from three on 0.9 attempts per game last season. With improved outside shooting, Haralson would no longer be someone defenses are inclined to sag off of to take away his inside scoring game.
On the defensive end, he projects to be a solid defender in the NBA mostly due to his size, length, and basketball IQ. He’s a really good team defender and is capable of making plays in the passing lanes. He doesn’t have the fastest foot speed and can get exposed against quicker players; his frame and awareness help him project as a solid defensive piece.
Haralson is a unique prospect because, while he doesn’t have one standout skill, his frame and well-rounded skill set project well for him to become a quality forward at the NBA level. For now, he projects to stay in college for another season or two. However, if he can continue to grow into a high-end playmaker at his position and improve his outside shooting touch, the former five-star recruit could be a name to watch in the 2027 NBA Draft.
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Never too early
It may be a little early to look ahead to the 2028 NBA Draft class for most, but not us at Draftstack. While Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje continues to dominate headlines for the 2028 class ahead of his freshman season at Duke, CJ Rosser could end up being the best player from this class.
Rosser is a 6’10 wiry forward with elite athleticism and awesome length who may catch you off guard when he steps outside and drills a three-pointer effortlessly. Rosser is still developing, but his raw skills and size are enough to catch any evaluator's eye as a potential transcendent two-way forward.
Offensively, Rosser is a freak. He can put the ball on the deck and bulldoze to the rim and dunk over defenders, or show off the finesse in his bag by slithering into the paint and finishing through contact. While his handle isn’t the tightest, for his age and size it’s well ahead of the curve and could be a separating factor for him at the next level if it continues to progress. Rosser’s athleticism and length make him a natural lob threat and play finisher in the pick-and-roll.
In the open floor, he’s unstoppable. Rosser's foot speed, length, and athleticism make him a hard combination to stop on the way to the rim.
However, the biggest selling point in his offensive bag is the outside shooting. Rosser is a confident shooter who can be a real threat off the catch and in the pick-and-pop. He pulls bigs away from the rim and can use his athleticism and downhill finishing to burn defenders on harsh closeouts. Although his shooting is still partially a work in progress, his free-throw shooting, ability to score off of post fades, and in tight quarters in the midrange help his long term projection.
The ability to play with and without the ball offensively is probably one of his more unique traits as a prospect. Rosser is a capable passer and is a patient decision-maker. To maximize his offensive game, he needs to add strength to finish through contact better at the college and pro level and refine his handle. If he does those two things, he’ll be a bona fide unstoppable three-level scorer down the road.
Defensively, Rosser has insane upside. More than your average shot blocker, Rosser does block shots, but he also alters them on contests and recovers when he gets beat because of his impressive length. His foot speed makes him a threat on the perimeter in passing lanes, and his mobility makes him incredibly switchable.
Similar to the offensive end, adding more weight is key for Rosser on the defensive end too. The physicality uptick from high school to college is no joke, and if he wants to be able to hold his own against traditional fives and fours, he needs to get stronger. While his length does provide a good recovery tool when he gets pushed around in the paint, he can't solely rely on that to be a high-level rim protector.
CJ Rosser has a ton of potential and is a prospect that makes it hard not to look ahead to the 2028 NBA Draft class. At 6-foot-10, he has a wide range of elite skills that the average top prospect only has one or two of. If he can add some more strength, continue trending upward as a floor spacer, and tighten that handle, he could be the No. 1 pick in 2028.
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Sayon Keita potential is incredibly high and University of North Carolina fans should be stoked for his freshman season!
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Meet Sayon Keita, the center prospect in this upcoming 2027 NBA Draft class with arguably the most upside.
The 7-foot giant has spent the last several years developing with FC Barcelona and is now set to join the University of North Carolina in new head coach Mike Malone’s 1st season.
Keita is a raw but talented big man prospect whose biggest draw right now is his physical traits. He has a massive 7-foot-5 wingspan that makes him a threat at the rim on both ends, and paired with his impressive athleticism for his size, it makes sense why so many scouts see such high upside with him.
Offensively, he’s not super polished but is a very capable play finisher, roller, lob threat, and post scorer. Keita’s footwork will need to improve, but a season with Mike Malone and that UNC staff should help that.
His greatest strength on that end right now is the way he can alter the game by creating second chances. Because of his size and the effort he puts in on the offensive glass, any time he was on the court for Barca last season, if they missed their first shot, there was a high chance they'd get a second chance.
He’ll have to grow his passing ability to become a top-tier threat as a second-chance creator, but he does have a solid touch that can make him a putback beast at times.
One key developmental piece for him at UNC next season is growing his face-up game. Keita already has a decent handle, and if he can refine it, he’ll be a serious threat attacking off the dribble and scoring downhill.
Defensively, it’s a similar story to the offensive side as Keita’s size really benefits him. He’s a good shot blocker and in general defends the rim well. Right now his issue is that he isn’t overly disciplined, and at his height he’ll have to learn that he is way more of a threat staying down on pump fakes than falling for them. He’s relatively mobile, which helps his projection as a switchable five, but his ability to read the game will have to improve for that to develop long-term.
Keita isn’t the most polished player in this class, but his immense size, ability to already impact winning, and developing skills make him a very intriguing prospect in this upcoming class. Although he projects more as a two- to three-year college player than a one-and-done, never say never. So make sure to keep an eye out for him at UNC this season.
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Shon Abaev went from a potential top-20 pick going into last season to a lock to return to college.
With a fresh start at FSU loading, I’m buying stock in a major bounce-back for the former McDonald’s All-American!
Bounce-back candidate!
Shon Abaev, after one season at Cincinnati, made the move to Florida State and could be due for a major bounce-back in his sophomore season.
Coming into Abaev’s freshman campaign, he was one of the most talked-about prospects, with an impressive high school career and a skill set as a long, athletic shooting wing that NBA teams love to draft. But he never found a real rhythm with the Bearcats and went from a projected one-and-done to a lock to return to school.
Last season, he averaged 7.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.1 assists, while shooting 33.5 percent from the field and 25.7 percent from three. While those numbers definitely don’t look encouraging, sometimes top prospects go to weird situations, and a change of scenery is all they need.
A prime example is Aday Mara, who spent two seasons struggling with UCLA before leaving for Michigan, where he won a national championship and became a lottery pick.
Offensively, Abaev’s biggest selling point is his scoring profile. At 6-foot-8, he has a strong combination of outside shooting, self-creation off the dribble, and downhill scoring that makes him a three-level scorer. He is comfortable both off the catch and off the dribble as a three-point shooter and has a tight handle and enough bounce to get at the defender or get downhill when they close out on him too aggressively.
If he can get his efficiency back to the realm he was in high school when he was a McDonald's All-American, FSU could have one of the most lethal bucket getters in college hoops next season.
The scoring package he showed off in high school is more than enough for most evaluators to buy into a big bounce-back on that end in his sophomore campaign.
Because he can score at all three levels, he creates a ton of advantages as a creator, and if he can continue to grow his playmaking instincts, it would help him expand his offensive game further.
Defensively, Abaev projects to be a solid defender thanks to size and athleticism. His physical tools suggest that, with more development, he could guard several positions and be a real problem on the ball.
The biggest red flag is his discipline. He can be caught out of position, sleeping or gambling when he doesn’t have to. While the top priority is getting back to being an efficient scorer to really get the interest of NBA teams, Abaev needs to become more disciplined and flash two-way upside at FSU.
Abaev is a bounce-back candidate worth buying stock in this season. His freshman season didn’t go according to plan, but anyone who was a top-30 recruit in their high school class was regarded that highly for a reason.
At Florida State, he comes into a new situation with fresh confidence. If he can rediscover his shooting stroke, score the ball more efficiently, and flash potential on the defensive end, Abaev could be right back as a projected first-round pick in 2027.
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Louisville’s new big-man transfer, Flory Bidunga, has the talent and potential to finish the 2027 NBA Draft cycle as the No. 1 center in the class.
Draftstack’s Chris Lambert (@CLambertmedia) is all aboard the Flory Bidunga hype train. Check out his article below! ⬇️ 🔗
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Juke Harris breakdown!
One of my fav wings in this class
A player who seemed to become a forgotten prospect in the 2027 NBA Draft is former Wake Forest and now Tennessee wing Juke Harris.
Harris had a breakout sophomore season at Wake Forest last season, averaging 21.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. He now joins a Tennessee team ready to test his elite production from last season in a much more competitive SEC environment.
Harris is a 6-foot-7 wing with a strong ability to put the ball on the floor and create his own offense downhill. He’s a slithery driver who weaves his way through defenses and is pretty hard to stop when getting two feet in the paint, shooting 59 percent at the rim last season. Harris has good footwork and body control that allow him to score well in the post.
His quick first step burns defenses on closeouts and allows him to thrive coming off screens and off handoffs, nailing jumpers and attacking the hoop in an elite way in those actions. Harris’ ability to decelerate helps him draw contact and get to the foul line (7.8 free throws per game), particularly in the open floor.
As far as shooting goes, Harris showed a major willingness to let it fly from the outside last season, taking 7.5 threes per game. However, he only hit at a 33.2 percent clip.
With Harris being the only true source of offense for Wake Forest last year, him shooting 33.2 percent from deep is rather impressive, but for an NBA team to truly buy into that part of his game, his efficiency will need a minor uptick.
An encouraging sign is that he shot 78.3 percent from the foul line last season on high volume, which can often translate positively into long-term shooting development.
Rebounding is another major strength of Harris’ game. What he provides on the glass adds significant value, especially for a player who may not project as a primary offensive option on a winning team.
Harris can have tunnel vision as a driver at times, and while that may not negatively affect him at Tennessee next season, it’s a habit he’ll need to break at the pro level.
Harris has the tools to be a decent playmaker. He has a strong handle for his size and can operate in the pick-and-roll. The next step is showing NBA teams he can consistently create for others without turning the ball over.
Defensively, Harris is far from elite, but he’s also far from bad.
He reads offenses well, rarely makes mistakes, and possesses enough size to be a quality connective defender, so a coach doesn’t have to worry about him being a liability.
Harris may not possess the elite athleticism, shooting profile, or defensive upside teams typically look for in a starting wing. However, his skill set is unique and makes him project as an Alec Burks/Caris LeVert type, someone who can be a lead creator for a second unit and is at his best when putting the ball on the deck and creating his own offense.
As of now, Juke Harris projects as a late first-round pick, but if his outside shooting improves more, he could creep into the teens of the 2027 NBA Draft.
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Data below is from 2025-26 and the projections based on my model.
A player who seemed to become a forgotten prospect in the 2027 NBA Draft is former Wake Forest and now Tennessee wing Juke Harris.
Harris had a breakout sophomore season at Wake Forest last season, averaging 21.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. He now joins a Tennessee team ready to test his elite production from last season in a much more competitive SEC environment.
Harris is a 6-foot-7 wing with a strong ability to put the ball on the floor and create his own offense downhill. He’s a slithery driver who weaves his way through defenses and is pretty hard to stop when getting two feet in the paint, shooting 59 percent at the rim last season. Harris has good footwork and body control that allow him to score well in the post.
His quick first step burns defenses on closeouts and allows him to thrive coming off screens and off handoffs, nailing jumpers and attacking the hoop in an elite way in those actions. Harris’ ability to decelerate helps him draw contact and get to the foul line (7.8 free throws per game), particularly in the open floor.
As far as shooting goes, Harris showed a major willingness to let it fly from the outside last season, taking 7.5 threes per game. However, he only hit at a 33.2 percent clip.
With Harris being the only true source of offense for Wake Forest last year, him shooting 33.2 percent from deep is rather impressive, but for an NBA team to truly buy into that part of his game, his efficiency will need a minor uptick.
An encouraging sign is that he shot 78.3 percent from the foul line last season on high volume, which can often translate positively into long-term shooting development.
Rebounding is another major strength of Harris’ game. What he provides on the glass adds significant value, especially for a player who may not project as a primary offensive option on a winning team.
Harris can have tunnel vision as a driver at times, and while that may not negatively affect him at Tennessee next season, it’s a habit he’ll need to break at the pro level.
Harris has the tools to be a decent playmaker. He has a strong handle for his size and can operate in the pick-and-roll. The next step is showing NBA teams he can consistently create for others without turning the ball over.
Defensively, Harris is far from elite, but he’s also far from bad.
He reads offenses well, rarely makes mistakes, and possesses enough size to be a quality connective defender, so a coach doesn’t have to worry about him being a liability.
Harris may not possess the elite athleticism, shooting profile, or defensive upside teams typically look for in a starting wing. However, his skill set is unique and makes him project as an Alec Burks/Caris LeVert type, someone who can be a lead creator for a second unit and is at his best when putting the ball on the deck and creating his own offense.
As of now, Juke Harris projects as a late first-round pick, but if his outside shooting improves more, he could creep into the teens of the 2027 NBA Draft.
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There’s a lot of questions surrounding Stokes, but none of them have anything to do with his talent.
He looks like the most talented players of the class.
Tyran Stokes is widely regarded as the No. 1 player in this upcoming 2027 NBA Draft.
Stokes is a big, strong bully with an NBA-ready frame and great athleticism, allowing him to blow by bigger forwards and overpower smaller ones.
Stokes is at his best attacking opponents off the dribble.
He is truly an elite finisher with an arsenal of moves to get himself clean looks at the rim. One move Stokes leans on is the hop step, as his combination of a quick first step with brute strength makes it the perfect scoring move for him. He plays well through contact and doesn’t mind playing through physicality, two things that will help him thrive as a roller and lob-threat in the pros.
In the open floor, Stokes is like a freight train, as his speed combined with his strength makes him the type of player defenders steer clear of in transition.
While Stokes does have a great feel for the game and strong awareness with the ball in his hands, when you get downhill the way he does, assists are going to be there to be made. He may not project as a No. 1 option scorer, but his strong handle and playmaking chops make him someone NBA teams could invest in as a primary ball handler.
On the glass, he’s a beast who can extend possessions offensively and close out possessions defensively. He boxes out well, and his strength advantage is evident when battling other forwards for rebounds.
People do question his shot creation, but with his ability to score at the rim with ease, three-point shooting is a much more important swing skill than shot creation.
Stokes has progressed as a shooter, shooting 36 percent from three last year. He still has bad tendencies at times and has a slow release. Becoming a consistent threat from the perimeter is what can separate Stokes from a prospect with good upside to one with superstar upside.
Defensively, Stokes has the frame and talent to project with a solid floor. He’s a strong playmaker on that end, can wall up opposing players, and hold his own in space. If he puts it all together, he can be an elite defensive player.
But to maximize his potential on that end, he needs to stop losing engagement at times and fully buy into that side of the ball—two things we’ll get a taste of at Kansas.
That’s why the comparison to Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson is a common one.
Both players are big forwards who slash, create advantages, playmake, and rebound. Their ceilings become infinitely higher with improved outside shooting and a buy-in on defense.
Attached below are highlights from last year's FIBA U19 tournament.
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Duke wing Dame Sarr presents a ton of two-way upside and could find his way into the lottery of the 2027 NBA Draft.
The immediate standout with Sarr is his frame. At 6-foot-8, with a reported wingspan of 6-foot-11-plus, he has the physical tools NBA teams covet. That size only amplifies his defensive impact. Sarr thrives at the point of attack and loves to make life hell for opposing initiators. He plays with a ton of awareness, has incredibly active hands, and brings relentless energy. Sarr fights through screens, shuts down driving lanes, and can guard the 1-through-4.
His defensive talent alone can clear a path to NBA minutes.
Offensively, the flashes are there. He’s an explosive athlete who can be a walking highlight reel in the open floor. Sarr doesn’t project as an elite ball handler or playmaker, but has shown a ton of positives as a connective passer and pick-and-roll operator. His ability to process and make quick reads as a passer will provide a ton of value in the NBA.
What also can bring tremendous value at the NBA level is his rebounding. Sarr’s length and desire to sacrifice his body to make winning plays made him an above-average rebounder for a wing last season and projects well to carry over to the pros.
Sarr’s biggest area for improvement is efficiency. 40.4 percent field-goal percentage, 32.3 three-point percentage, and 53.2 free-throw percentage aren’t going to cut it.
While Sarr's finishing needs to take a step up, the tool that will pique NBA front offices' interest most is his outside shot. The encouraging part is that his shooting mechanics aren't broken, and, given how obvious an area for improvement it is, if Sarr puts in the work this summer, a jump in that department could be coming.
If an offensive leap does come, even if it’s only minor, Sarr could be Italy's first lottery pick since Danilo Gallinari in 2008.
Dame Sarr’s stats last season: 6.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 1.4 stocks (steals plus blocks) per game.
Below is some tape from his freshman year.
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Duke wing Dame Sarr presents a ton of two-way upside and could find his way into the lottery of the 2027 NBA Draft.
The immediate standout with Sarr is his frame. At 6-foot-8, with a reported wingspan of 6-foot-11-plus, he has the physical tools NBA teams covet. That size only amplifies his defensive impact. Sarr thrives at the point of attack and loves to make life hell for opposing initiators. He plays with a ton of awareness, has incredibly active hands, and brings relentless energy. Sarr fights through screens, shuts down driving lanes, and can guard the 1-through-4.
His defensive talent alone can clear a path to NBA minutes.
Offensively, the flashes are there. He’s an explosive athlete who can be a walking highlight reel in the open floor. Sarr doesn’t project as an elite ball handler or playmaker, but has shown a ton of positives as a connective passer and pick-and-roll operator. His ability to process and make quick reads as a passer will provide a ton of value in the NBA.
What also can bring tremendous value at the NBA level is his rebounding. Sarr’s length and desire to sacrifice his body to make winning plays made him an above-average rebounder for a wing last season and projects well to carry over to the pros.
Sarr’s biggest area for improvement is efficiency. 40.4 percent field-goal percentage, 32.3 three-point percentage, and 53.2 free-throw percentage aren’t going to cut it.
While Sarr's finishing needs to take a step up, the tool that will pique NBA front offices' interest most is his outside shot. The encouraging part is that his shooting mechanics aren't broken, and, given how obvious an area for improvement it is, if Sarr puts in the work this summer, a jump in that department could be coming.
If an offensive leap does come, even if it’s only minor, Sarr could be Italy's first lottery pick since Danilo Gallinari in 2008.
Dame Sarr’s stats last season: 6.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 1.4 stocks (steals plus blocks) per game.
Below is some tape from his freshman year.
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Hard NOT to love Money Williams once you watch him play.
In this piece I break down both what makes him such a fun talent, along with teasing at his upside as a 2027 draft prospect.
In his latest article, Draftstack’s Owen Jury (@ojury_007) breaks down the skillset of one of college basketball's better kept secrets, and a potential 2027 Draft pick, Money Williams.
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An article I’ve been waiting for, on a player @ojury_007 is particularly high on…
Still trying to figure out where Kam Taylor is going to be on my pre-season board
In his latest article, Draftstack’s Owen Jury (@ojury_007) highlights why Florida State's Kam Taylor could be the 2027 NBA Draft's breakout commodity.
Check it out at the link in the replies below! ⬇️
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In a way, the end of summer league too marks the end of the 2026 draft cycle, kicking off the 2027 cycle.
What better way to get said cycle started then 8k words about one of my favorite prospects next year, and a prime breakout candidate, Florida State’s Kam Taylor.
In his latest article, Draftstack’s Owen Jury (@ojury_007) highlights why Florida State's Kam Taylor could be the 2027 NBA Draft's breakout commodity.
Check it out at the link in the replies below! ⬇️
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FIBA U17 World Cup 2026: Team USA’s Top 5 NBA Draft Prospects
@TheDraftstack brings a @usabasketball overview from the @FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup 2026 in Istanbul, Turkey—and identifies and evaluates the team’s top 5 @NBADraft prospects
Prospects featured:
Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje
Clarence Rosser Jr
Beckham Black
Anthony Williams
NaVorro Bowman Jr
➡️draftstack.substack.com/p/fi… – at Istanbul, Turkey
