NBA DRAFT SCOUTING REPORT
Position: SG | FROM: UCLA (Sierra Canyon, CA – Chicago) | HT: 6-4 | WT: 191 |
BORN: 2/17/04 | YEAR: Fr. | WING: 6-7 | REACH: NA |
Draft Notes
Amari is one of the most talented and highly regarded Bruin recruits in the past decade. He’s likely a one and done and possible first round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.
Amari is an ultra athletic two-way guard who impacts the game in all areas thanks to his quickness, athleticism and intensity. He’s a standout defender who flies around the court and brings great hustle and heart.
On the offensive end he’s a talented scorer who excels at driving to the rim and finishing with acrobatic moves. His leaping ability and overall athleticism are exceptional and really show up on his moves into the lane.
Outside shooting isn’t yet a strength but he’s capable of hitting the 3 and there’s every reason to believe he’ll steady improve in this area.
He’s great in transition and gets above the rim with ease – the type of athlete you want to bet on.
Amari plays with great anticipation and intelligence, showing an advanced understanding of the game. He’s a team first guy but he can take over when needed.
Comparisons
- better, bigger Avery Bradley
- Alex Caruso with more scoring
Draft Projection
late first to mid second round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft
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Draft Projection
- Ausar Thompson – 6-6 – Overtime Elite
- Jordan Hawkins – 6-5 – UConn
- Kobe Bufkin – 6-4 – Michigan
- Keyonte George – 6-5 – Baylor
- Nick Smith – 6-4 – Arkansas
- Marcus Sasser – 6-2 – Houston
- Brandin Podziemski – 6-5 – Santa Clara
- Ben Sheppard – 6-6 – Belmont
- Amari Bailey – 6-4 – UCLA
- Terquavion Smith – 6-4 – NC State
- Ricky Council IV – 6-6 – Arkansas
- Mojave King – 6-5 – Ignite (Australia)
- Jaylen Clark – 6-5 – UCLA
- Isaiah Wong – 6-4 – Miami
- Sir’Jabari Rice – 6-4 – Texas
- Adam Flagler – 6-3 – Baylor
- Omari Moore – 6-6 – San Jose State
- Chris Livingston – 6-5 – Kentucky
- Justin Powell – 6-6 – Washington St.
- D’Moi Hodge – 6-4 – Missouri
- Drew Peterson – 6-9 – USC
- Josiah James – 6-6 – Tennessee