Moves his feet well defensively and plays with tremendous energy on . Caleb Houstan has shot the ball well this year (38% from 3), and a big part of that is how well he shoots over contests. NBA teams will have scouts assigned to watch him (plus Jaden Hardy and Michael Foster) with the G League Ignite this upcoming season. Brandon Huntley-Hatfield returns to his home state of Tennessee to On sophomore-breakout watch, Mathurin averaged 16.1 points at the U19 World Cup despite not shooting nearly as well (34.5 percent) as he did for Arizona (41.8 percent). McGowens should be a go-to scorer for the Huskers, and will look to He possesses more of a complementary skill set, but he emerged as a top option during Canada's bronze-medal run this summer at the U19s. Dragic is questionable for Monday's (Jan. 23) game against Atlanta. Weight: 179 Draft Day Age: 19.6. Shamet did not play in Sunday's (Jan. 22) game against Memphis. metrics, regardless of the event and competition. Nothing But Bets: NBA Projections for 10/26/21, Giannis returns, Bucks beat Nets 118-104 for 15th straight win, Which NBA player will drop 70 points next? school as a consensus top-25 prospect. Full schedule, bracket for 2023 Sun Belt Conference Tournament. Houstan. Josh Lloyd and Nathan Grubel from Draft Deeper look at Caleb Houstan from Michigan and his 2022 NBA Draft prospects.Watch the full video here https://youtu.b. create a solid role for him. See their official introduction to the media during Friday's press conference. I saw him first at the U20 Nationals in May, though he caught most scouts' attention . Houstan will give the Magic an additional option off the bench at forward for Wednesday's game in Milwaukee while Jonathan Isaac (hamstring) remains uncertain to play after sitting out both of Orlando's previous two contests. His athleticism will also hold him back offensively, only having 2 dunks all year. Floor General Skills and Pure-Scoring Prowess Looking comfortable from three could give him an edge over Holmgren as the nation's top prospect. Word and film emerged from March's Grind Session in Phoenix, where he averaged 32.5 points through four games. Copyright BasketballNews.com 2020. They'd also seen him at FIBA tournaments in 2018 and 2019. Gambling Problem? He'll start top two with Banchero and a gap between them and the third-best player. Limited size and shooting potential lower Curbelo's NBA ceiling, but scouts will still value his signature knack for breaking down defenses and creating shots for teammates. Void in ONT. lateral mobility and movement skills translate to tougher The common NBA 3-point translation barometer is free throw shooting, where Houstan made 78.3 percent of his attempts. Duren picks up dunks with little loading time or effort. Defensively,scouts will want to gauge his lateral quickness for defending wings, because showing he can stay attached to them around the perimeter adds another key element to his versatility and value. Nate Bittle is a long and lanky stretch big who can really open He can struggle to finish against a rim protector if he's walled up at the basket. And made jumpers are rare. great athleticism, shot-making and finishing craft at the rim, fifth-highest rated recruit of all-time. He lacks size and explosion, so eyes should focus on his, At 6'8", Watson possesses a wing's movement and skill set. Hes a Oregon Ducks this season as one of four centers listed at 6-foot-11 The right development infrastructure in place can afford this risk and it could probably pay off. Though the Tigers added North Carolina center Walker Kessler, JT Thor leaving the program early should open up extra opportunities for Smith to showcase his inside-out repertoire and three-ball. See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Strengths: Lengthy 3-and-D wing with a skill set tailor made for the modern NBA game with his great range and shooting stroke High level shooter with good mechanics who can knock down perimeter jumpers on the move and on spot ups Shooting numbers probably dont completely illustrate how lethal a shooter he could become (35.5% 3P, 78.3% FT) Efficient pick-and-pop shooter who has the strength and quickness to create space for himself in these actions Popularly described as a student of the game with an impressive IQ and feel for the game Possesses great size at 6-8 and with a near 7 foot wingspan Moves his feet well defensively and plays with tremendous energy on both ends of the floor. He is a perfect stretch four with his size and skill level. as a scoring guard who also excels as a facilitator. Is he sharp and quick enough to regularly shake/execute against defenders from behind the arc? His tight handles and skills as a He's participated in front of them at a handful of camps along the way, however, so scouts do have an image and foundational assessment. The 6-foot-8 wing will be a good spot-up shooter for a lot of teams. The biggest questions scouts ask about Holmgren concern his body and physicality. length, athleticism and instinctual play. Height: 6-5 Wingspan: 6-8 He played college basketball for the Michigan Wolverines.Houstan was a consensus five-star recruit and one of the top players in the 2021 class. the defensive end. He won't dominate the ball as much with the G League Ignite next to Jaden Hardy and Scoot Henderson, but it shouldn't be difficult to see NBA potential in his 6'6" frame, change-of-direction moves off the dribble, downhill scoring, three-level shot-making and secondary playmaking skills. 1 pick, make up the Magic's 2022 draft class. He changes games with his length, mobility and nose for the ball. 1 overall hype. At 6-foot-7 with a 7-foot Michigan's Houstan, Diabate staying in NBA draft, Caleb Houstan puts on a dunk show for Michigan, Michigan's Brooks dishes no-look dime to Houstan for the 3, Moussa Diabate throws down powerful dunk vs. Buffalo Bulls. This year's prospect that fits those same qualities is Michigan's Caleb Houstan. He's not an advanced one-on-one creator or playmaker. Hes a skilled playmaking wing who has the Playing with Drew Timme and Chet Holmgren should allow Hickman to consistently showcase his slick passing skills and vision. capable ball-handlers on the roster this season, but Sallis 2. He excels in attack mode on the offensive end, using his Though there isnt an official wingspan listed for him, he possesses the size that can be problematic for perimeter players. He is already a tremendous rebounder who has Call 1-800-GAMBLER. It has survived not only five centuries, 25. december. All-American averaged 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.8 assists the Iverson Roundball Classic in May, Keels footwork and smooth He didn't shoot well at the U19 World Cup, but the eye test buys his jumper. He doesn't have a confident pull-up. His ability to run offense and facilitate will become evident, even while sharing the ball with senior Andrew Nembhard. And before this month's decision to reclassify and commit to Memphis, scouts were allowed in to watch Duren win MVP of Pangos and the Peach Jam title. The 2022 NBA Draft order has been set and the list of eligible players is officially locked in. Every year, there are NCAA freshmen who step into college Marcus Bagley (Arizona State, Sophomore). Houstan was assigned to the G League's Lakeland Magic on Friday. There is a case for Holmgren having the draft's highest upside based on his soft shooting stroke, ball-handling and passing skills, finishing coordination/dexterity, shot-blocking instincts/tools and switchability. The 32nd pick produced his best game of the preseason on Tuesday with 13 points, three rebounds, one assist and one steal in a win against the Memphis Grizzlies. The 6'6", 220-pound combo forward pops off the screen/floor with his strong frame, shot-making, defensive playmaking and flashes of self-creation. Showing some playmaking potential and discipline with his shot selection could help maximize Hardy's stock and lead to top-three overall buzz. Select from premium Caleb Houston of the highest quality. Height: 6-7 Wingspan: 6-9 Weight: 221 Draft Day Age: 18.8. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Off drives, he has learned to compensate for limited explosiveness by finding ways to finish below the rim with tough scoops and ball English. Notes: Consensus Second Team All-American as a Sophomore . In the NBA, this is how he will get his scoring opportunities. scoring opportunities at will. season at the college level. These are the same features as Ziaire Williams coming into the draft. Enough consistency this year should have scouts willing to reach early on an advanced shot-maker who can play either wing spot. According to a source of Detroit Sports Nation, Michigan G Caleb Houstan plans to remain in the 2022 NBA Draft. Quickness off the ground, timing and anticipation make him different from other shot-blockers. His combination of shot-making and Height: 6-6 Wingspan: 6-9 Patrick Baldwin Jr. (Milwaukee, Freshman). As a freshman, Houstan averaged 10 PPG, 4 RPG, 1.4 APG, 0.7 SPG, and 1.5 TOPG on shooting splits of 38/35.5/78. Height: 6-11 Wingspan: 7-3 Instead of a triple or home run outlook, its more of a double at best. Odds & lines subject to change. On the scouting scene since 14 years old, Montero now brings his scoring to the Overtime Elite for its first year of operation. He has high energy and can carry that over to the defensive end, where his lengthy wingspan can allow him to guard multiple positions. 1 overall candidates. Has a very nice defensive possession defending Keegan Murray on the perimeter here as he stays with him on the drive and blocks his shot in the paint pic.twitter.com/VZt2tA0KnX. Checkout the latest stats of Caleb Houstan. Once hes ready for the role, probably around year 2, he can be a 9th or 10th man in either forward spot off the bench. prospects in this years freshman class. Has excellent shooting form and projects as a knockdown 3pt shooter. Metu is questionable for Monday's (Jan. 23) game against Memphis. Houstan is talented and will be an elite kickout option for Juwan Howard and Michigan. Please enter your email address. If you buy something from an SB Nation link, Vox Media may earn a commission. The Memphis Grizzlies have shown to fit that bill. Is one of the best 3pt shooters in his class. Over the past few months, NBA scouts have had access to events that featured a number of 2022 draft-eligible prospects. Juwan Howard has been searching for his first five-star recruit for quite some time. He was a streaky shooter and thats evidenced by him shooting just 38.4% from the field. Cleveland's scoring instincts should pop with a Florida State team that typically shares the ball. position. He is a long, athletic, high-energy big Duren's initial appeal stems from his muscular 6'10", 250-pound frame. be one of the leaders of the Zags offense. Inside the arc, he opts for shots off one foot instead of stop-and-pops off two. Michigan basketball's 2021 recruiting class currently ranks No. Below is his full scouting report: As a When the Orlando Magic opened training camp, head coach Jamahl Mosley said rookie Caleb Houstan would begin as a floor spacer and positional defender to start the season.. Houstan is proving to be more than that in the early going. skilled point-forward who can make plays, score and also be The selling point around Houstan starts with his age/size/shooting combo, being a 19 year old (turns 20 in January 2023) at 68 that can shoot over defenses, which remains a highly coveted combination for a shooter in the draft. 2-4. And theres nothing wrong with that either. In three Spanish ACB games this season, it's become clear that he still has a ways to go offensively, though his wheels and inside touch still translate to easy baskets. 3. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OwHdCZf1ux4W89uR8A6Z8KgkShYyl1LkZheQi4heO1A/edit?usp=sharingMusic credits: Yaki Tori by Smith The Mister https://smiththemister.bandcamp.com Smith The Mister https://bit.ly/Smith-The-Mister-YT Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/-yaki-tori Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/oZ0U4Q5epUs Patrick Baldwin Jr. | Speed and explosion aren't part of Houstan's game. 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