Ben Sheppard

Draft Notes

Sheppard was an unheralded prospect throughout much of his career but has been flying up draft boards during the pre-draft process and could even land in the first round. He was one of the standout performers at the draft combine scrimmages in May, showing off his shooting touch, all around game and infectious energy.

He’s got good size at 6-6 and solid athleticism. He’s a heady player who makes the right reads and operates well within the flow of the game. Should be able to come in and fill a role early in his career.

Is very efficient on the offensive end and is a high level 3pt shooter, hitting over 41% as a senior.

Isn’t a great FT shooter.

Comparisons

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Draft Projection

late first to second round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft

Latest Big Board

2023 SG Rankings

1. Ausar Thompson – 6-6 – Overtime Elite
2. Jordan Hawkins – 6-5 – UConn
3. Kobe Bufkin – 6-4 – Michigan
4. Keyonte George – 6-5 – Baylor
5. Nick Smith – 6-4 – Arkansas
6. Marcus Sasser – 6-2 – Houston
7. Brandin Podziemski – 6-5 – Santa Clara
8. Ben Sheppard – 6-6 – Belmont
9. Amari Bailey – 6-4 – UCLA
10. Terquavion Smith – 6-4 – NC State
11. Ricky Council IV – 6-6 – Arkansas
12. Mojave King – 6-5 – Ignite (Australia)
13. Jaylen Clark – 6-5 – UCLA
14. Isaiah Wong – 6-4 – Miami
15. Sir’Jabari Rice – 6-4 – Texas
16. Adam Flagler – 6-3 – Baylor
17. Omari Moore – 6-6 – San Jose State
18. Chris Livingston – 6-5 – Kentucky
19. Justin Powell – 6-6 – Washington St. 
20. D’Moi Hodge – 6-4 – Missouri
21. Drew Peterson – 6-9 – USC
22. Josiah James – 6-6 – Tennessee