Messi Yangala

Draft Notes

A really active and talented big wing who is just scratching the surface of his potential.

Is an excellent cutter, finisher and open court athlete.

Has good shooting form and shows plenty of promise as a spot up shooter.

Is a very active and impactful defender who can defend all over the court. Has quick hands and good instincts in the passing lanes.

Has a great looking frame and NBA level tools. The upside is there and it’ll be fun to watch how he develops.

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Draft Projection

possible first round pick in the 2028 NBA Draft or 2029 NBA Draft

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2028 SF Rankings

1. Fabian Kayser – 6-8 – Real Madrid (Germany)
2. Messi Yangala – 6-8 – France
3. Abdou Toure – 6-6 – Arkansas
4. Lucas Morillo – 6-7 – Illinois
5. Egor Amosov – 6-6 – Real Madrid (Russia)
6. Stefan Vaaks – 6-7 – Illinois (Estonia)
7. Miles Simpson – 6-5 – Saint Louis, MO
8. Mathias Vazquez – 6-8 – Brazil
9. Howard Williams – 6-6 – OTE
10. Jordan Scott – 6-7 – Michigan State
11. Sebastian Wilkins – 6-8 – Duke
12. CJ Ingram – 6-6 – Florida
13. Boyuan Zhang – 6-8 – China
14. Chris Washington Jr. – 6-8 – Gainsville, FL
15. Mookie Cook – 6-5 – San Francisco
16. Naasir Cunningham – 6-7 – UNLV
17. Tyler Betsey – 6-8 – Cincinnati
18. Gavin Griffiths – 6-7 – Nebraska
19. Jayden Nicholson – 6-4 – St. Louis, MO
20. Bryce James – 6-6 – Arizona
21. Javonte Taylor – 6-8 – UCF
22. Ace Flagg – 6-7 – Maine
23. TJ Crumble – 6-7 – Cleveland, OH
24. Jahki Howard – 6-6 – Utah
25. Jason Asemota – 6-8 – Baylor
26. Ravyon Griffith – 6-6 – Cincinnati
27. Sir Mohammed – 6-6 – Notre Dame
28. Jamier Jones – 6-6 – Providence
29. Jalen Montonati – 6-7 – Owasso, OK
30. Dallas Thomas – 6-8 – Clemson
31. Jermaine O’Neal Jr. – 6-6 – SMU