Anton Watson

Draft Notes

Watson has a broad base, a thick frame and natural strength. He can score on the low block and hit from outside and he’s also a polished passer. The ball skills and overall skill level that he possesses are advanced for his age. He can handle in the open court, make plays for his teammates. And he’s a load to handle once he gets up a head of steam in the open court.

While not the fastest athlete Watson has enough lateral agility and foot-speed to guard in space. He also shows good defensive awareness and positioning and seems to understand the game at a high level. Watson doesn’t necessarily project as a great rim protector at the next level but he should be effective guarding in the paint due to his strength, size and smarts.

Comparisons

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Draft Projection

possible draft pick in the 2024 NBA Draft

1. Tidjane Saluan – 6-10 – France
2. Bobi Klintman – 6-10 – Cairns, NBL (Sweden)
3. Tyler Smith – 6-9 – Ignite
4. Izan Almansa – 6-10 – NBL (Spain)
5. Kyle Filipowski – 7-0 – Duke
6. Trevon Brazile – 6-9 – Arkansas
7. Tristan da Silva – 6-9 – Colorado (Germany)
8. Mark Mitchell – 6-8 – Duke
9. PJ Hall – 6-9 – Clemson
10. Norchad Omier – 6-7 – Miami (Nicaragua)
11. Oso Ighodaro – 6-9 – Marquette
12. K.J. Adams Jr. – 6-7 – Kansas
13. Malik Reneau – 6-7 – Indiana
14. Ruben Prey – 6-11 – Portugal
15. Grant Nelson – 6-11 – Alabama
16. Eric Dixon – 6-8 – Villanova
17. Alexandros Samodurav – 6-11 – Greece
18. Nae’Qwan Tomlin – 6-10 – Kansas State
19. Bryce Hopkins – 6-6 – Providence
20. Coleman Hawkins – 6-10 – Illinois
21. Anton Watson – 6-9 – Gonzaga 
22. Ousmane N’Diaye – 6-11 – Senegal
23. Roko Prkacin – 6-9 – Croatia
24. Leonardo Okeke – 6-9 – Italy
25. Kaden Perry – 6-9 – Gonzaga
26. Dawson Garcia – 6-11 – Minnesota
27. Matt Bewley – 6-9 – Overtime Elite
28. Brandon Huntley-Hatfield – 6-9 – Louisville
29. Ryan Bewley – 6-9 – Overtime Elite
30. Nate Bittle – 6-11 – Oregon