Cason Wallace

Draft Notes

Wallace is a 6-3 lead guard with big time ability who projects as a late lottery to mid first round pick.

He’s an elite level defender and might be the best perimeter defender in the draft. Wallace is a menace on the ball and racks up steals at an astounding rate.

He’s a productive scorer, can get his own shot from outside and can penetrate the lane when needed. He’s become a very capable and consistent 3pt threat, especially spacing the floor and shooting off the catch.

He’s a good ball handler but needs to work on his left hand dribble. Doesn’t have a great first step or blow-by speed and doesn’t get great separation.

While he might not be a star at the next level look for him to have a very long and successful NBA career, likely as a starter level pg.

Comparisons

• Jrue Holiday

Draft Projection

mid first round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft or 2024 NBA Draft

2023 PG Rankings

1. Scoot Henderson – 6-3 – G League Ignite
2. Amen Thompson – 6-6 – Overtime Elite
3. Anthony Black – 6-7 – Arkansas
4. Cason Wallace – 6-3 – Kentucky
5. Jalen Hood-Schifino – 6-5 – Indiana
6. Reece Beekman – 6-3 – Virginia
7. Jalen Pickett – 6-4 – Penn State
8. Mike Miles – 6-1 – TCU
9. Eric Gaines – 6-2 – UAB
10. Jeremy Roach – 6-2 – Duke
11. Taran Armstrong – 6-5 – Cal Baptist (Tasmania)
12. Tyger Campbell – 5-11 – UCLA
13. Nolan Hickman – 6-2 – Gonzaga
14. Boogie Ellis – 6-2 – USC
15. Juan Nunez – 6-4 – Spain
16. Jazian Gortman – 6-2 – Overtime Elite
17. Bryce Griggs – 6-2 – Overtime Elite