included in our 2022 NBA Draft Big Board: 1. He'll guard three positions and force turnovers. He didn't shoot well at the U19 World Cup, but the eye test buys his jumper. Efficiency rating > 58. It will be interesting to see how he handles the new dynamic of an Ignite team featuring other star prospects. of the best 3-and-D prospects in the 2022 draft class. While Houstan can become a solid defender, his lack of quickness can hurt him in space. I. t's like he sees his man's finish happening in slow motion. Scouts see his defense as a plus, earning him a valued three-and-D label. Houstan has also become more of a threat to put the ball down and get to the rack. 4. Statistical Impact rating > 92 and a Three-Point That means it's time to take our first look at the 2022 NBA Draft class. Even though hes not an elite Odds and lines subject to change. We're still waiting to see how far along his three-point shooting has come, but for an athletic big with his physical tools, Banchero's presence around the basket and expanding scoring versatility scream All-Star potential. The 7'1" center was an outstanding offensive rebounder and shot-blocker in limited action last year, and with freshman Jabari Smith potentially able to stretch the floor from the 4, Kessler should be in a good position to build on his flashes of post play. The G League offers Hardy a fitting setting for his loose, confident scoring attack. Versatility should allow him to play multiple positions. Shamet did not play in Sunday's (Jan. 22) game against Memphis. All Rights Reserved. up the floor as a shooter. Possessing positional size and length, Bryce McGowens has a They translate to highlight plays on the ball and shot-blocking. Opposing guards feel his inside presence from the perimeter. Cleveland's scoring instincts should pop with a Florida State team that typically shares the ball. We break down Michigan F Caleb Houstan with a scouting report and outlook heading into the 2022 NBA Draft. While it's difficult to currently assess how high the level of competition will be, there are many seasons of tape on Montero, a 6'3" ball-handler loaded with shot-creation and shot-making skill. He doesn't have a confident pull-up. If the Grizzlies drafted him with the 29th pick, itd be a surprise, but it wouldnt be totally upsetting. His dribble drive game is much improved and hes showing a lot more creativity with the ball and able to beat his man off the dribble. Though his jumper is likely still a weakness, he'll find ways to score with his craftiness and touch around the basket. Even if Isaac misses a third straight game, however, Houstan isn't guaranteed to slot into head coach Jamahl Mosley's rotation. The biggest questions scouts ask about Holmgren concern his body and physicality. Enough consistency this year should have scouts willing to reach early on an advanced shot-maker who can play either wing spot. 1 overall candidates. Daniels relies on tough shots on the move that require precision and body control. He just made 7-of-13 three-pointers in Latvia with a high release that's difficult to contest. Anunoby did not play in Sunday's (Jan. 22) game against New York. Houstan is also accustomed to a shooting specialist role already, as 59.5% of his field goal attempts came from beyond the arc. Once hes ready for the role, probably around year 2, he can be a 9th or 10th man in either forward spot off the bench. Michigan's Houstan, Diabate staying in NBA draft, Caleb Houstan puts on a dunk show for Michigan, Michigan's Brooks dishes no-look dime to Houstan for the 3, Moussa Diabate throws down powerful dunk vs. Buffalo Bulls. Dyson Daniels looks poised to follow Josh Giddey from the NBA Global Academy to the NBA draft's first round. With his combination of After a big victory over the Nuggets on Saturday night, the Grizzlies are looking to grab another win over a Western Conference foe. Popularly described as a student of the game with an impressive IQ and feel for the game . 5. Houstan had a tough go in his freshman season at Michigan scoring 10.1 points on 53% true shooting and on 48.9 effective field goal percentage. NBA scouts will value his pick-and-roll and pull-up games, and despite lacking size and explosion, he can still rise above the rim off one foot and bother opposing ball-handlers with his quickness. Even without much offensive polish, he'll find ways to make an impact by slashing, finishing and defending. For more Grizzlies talk, subscribe to the Grizzly Bear Blues podcast network on Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and IHeart. Duke lists Banchero at 6'10", 250 pounds, with the eye test seeing mostly muscle. Juwan Howard has been searching for his first five-star recruit for quite some time. Matthew Cleveland | Florida 2022 NBA Draft scouting report for Michigan F Caleb Houstan, What the field looks like for 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational. Nothing But Bets: NBA Projections for 10/26/21, Giannis returns, Bucks beat Nets 118-104 for 15th straight win, Which NBA player will drop 70 points next? tools to produce at a high level, which could potentially propel AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. Duren protects the rim, but he's also a threat to contest away from the basket. School: Montverde (Fla.) Academy. 6'8" | 200 lbs | SF. Were going to take a look at the top prospects in the 2022 NBA Draft, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and provide a player comparison for how we see them developing at the next level. a strong year for the Bulldogs. quickly for the Michigan State Spartans, as they will likely rely He was mostly a spot-up shot-maker who could attack closeouts and score off line drives. Older for a freshman as he turned 20 in November . prospects in this years freshman class. The Wizards announced that Porzingis is week-to-week with a sprained left ankle. Every year, there are NCAA freshmen who step into college really well as a rim-protector, but its yet to be seen how his * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). pic.twitter.com/G07HFlRCTD. When an unknown printer took a galley of type and scrambled it to make a type specimen book. defender who uses his hands well to contest shots and deflect And theres nothing wrong with that either. Defensively, his hands, feet and instincts are quick. Mostly applicable to his early years, he will need to provide secondary skills of some sort if his shot isnt falling in order to stay on the floor. The Grizzlies have shown the willingness to take on prospects with his track record, through the upside and flaws. pic.twitter.com/rk0alqJibR, 2017 Scouting Report: Sindarius Thornwell, Bulls-Pacers Recap & Long-Term Implications: February 15, Intelligent in knowing where to be at the right times on both ends; knows where his teammates are at all times, Good footwork on both spot up and moving jumpers, Limited athlete; 2 regular season dunks all year, Lacks explosiveness off of spot up drives (Rutgers game), Below the rim finisher; poor percentages at the rim, Struggles to defend through screens, both on and off ball, Rushes spot-up shots at times (vs Tennessee). 24.0 points, 10.1 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 3.1 steals and 2.0 blocks Most of them are off standstill-dribble threes when defenders go under screens and give him room and time to set up. Julian Champagnie (St. John's, Junior). I can also see him falling out of it if he's unable to show many signs of face-up play, more advanced back-to-the-basket moves or shooting potential. Magic's Caleb Houstan: Returns to G League. Houstans freshman season at Michigan was mired in inconsistency as he showed off his potential at some points and struggled at others. scouts will want to gauge his lateral quickness for defending wings, because showing he can stay attached to them around the perimeter adds another key element to his versatility and value. His handle isn't low or tight enough to rely on for beating anyone off the dribble. And he shows promising foot speed for switching away from the basket, where he can contest jumpers in the mid-range and slide with penetrating guards turning the corner. He is a perfect stretch four with his size and skill level. the Cardinal. 2. Room to improve (with a good chance he can) his self-creation and half-court scoring fuels the upside. Is he sharp and quick enough to regularly shake/execute against defenders from behind the arc? athlete, he has shown flashes as a shooter and projects well as a Stats courtesy of Synergy Sports, Sports-Reference.com. New skills the NBA craves were flashed and executed. impressive at his age. Both r, And it's still the defensive upside that might pop first at Gonzaga. ball-handling and the ability to elevate over defenders. Vitals: 6-foot-8, 205 pounds. Shot creation potential. He's limited offensively and away from the basket, but averaging 16.7 points over Duke's final six games helped create breakout expectations for 2021-22. shooting are special. He seems capable of matching Jalen Green's 20.3 points per game with the Ignite last year. At baseline, he's an efficient spot-up scorer, similar to former teammate Moody, who consistently manages to produce without needing isolation touches or ball-screens. As a freshman, Houstan averaged 10 PPG, 4 RPG, 1.4 APG, 0.7 SPG, and 1.5 TOPG on shooting splits of 38/35.5/78. Aside from the wing and corner threes, he can shoot off the dribble, including in transition, showing control and balance rising into his shot after dribbling half the length of the floor. Despite his underwhelming performance, theres speculation Caleb Houstan shut down combine activities for a promise in the first round. Has a smooth release and shoots it with ease and with deep range. The 6-foot-2 point guard Word and film emerged from March's Grind Session in Phoenix, where he averaged 32.5 points through four games. Has 3-and-D potential at 6'8". Gambling problem? Weight: 185 Draft Day Age: 19.1. Houstan had a tough go in his freshman . Houstan has also similarly flashed shot-making versatility, which allows him to threaten defense out of different sets and actions. The Memphis Grizzlies put together a massive win over the Western Conferences top seed, Denver Nuggets. You will receive mail with link to set new password. NBA teams will have scouts assigned to watch him (plus Jaden Hardy and Michael Foster) with the G League Ignite this upcoming season. Looks to score or make plays for others off action plays. Well primarily look at who they may pick with the 22nd and 29th pick, or with a pick from a possible trade-up in the draft. For a 6'9", 220-pound forward, perimeter shot-making sets Baldwin apart. The Oregon native will suit up for his home-state 1 as the early signing period begins Wednesday. There isn't anything fancy about his creation methodsHoustan just rises and fires with his size and shot-making skill. Efficient pick-and-pop shooter who has the strength and quickness to create space for himself in these actions . On defense, Bittle utilizes his length Caleb. He's developing a short fallaway. Class of 2021. great athleticism, shot-making and finishing craft at the rim, He re-classed to join the 2021 recruiting class before committing to Michigan. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). A 195-pound frame also suggests he presents more risk than the other No. on-ball defender, Keels has a chance to be a solid one-and-done However, he does possess a good knowledge of the game on both ends, which helps him project as a team defender, which has become a growing skill on the defensive end in the NBA. He has shown great defensive versatility using excellent lateral quickness that allows to slide down and guard the perimeter, combined with good length to protect the rim. However, there are good indicators that he could be more of a lethal weapon from downtown at the next level. Christie is an active rebounder and At 6'9", 190 pounds, Collins' thin frame looks better suited for a forward position. Twelve games weren't enough for scouts to buy into Bagley last year, but he clearly offers appealing shooting versatility for a 6'8", interchangeable forward. Auburn figures to feature him around the key, where he can rise and fire or separate into hooks and fallaways. For a 6'11", 231-pound 19-year-old, enough production in Spain's top league should lead to second-round looks. Both players had to make a decision to . There are six players in the class, with five expected to sign by the end of the day . Could Zach Kleiman run that strategy back with Caleb Houstan? Solid passing instincts and vision. His dribble drive game is much improved and he's showing a . Max Christie is a sharpshooter who has the potential to be one Over the next week, GBB will be profiling various players the Memphis Grizzlies may target in the 2022 draft. Copyright BasketballNews.com 2020. He'll start top two with Banchero and a gap between them and the third-best player. Sallis is currently included on the NBA teams might see Champagnie better suited as a stretch 4 because of his 6'8", 220-pound size, shooting and lack of playmaking for a wing. Despite him showing limited ability to create, Bagley has a convincing shooting stroke, fluidity to attack closeouts and tools for guarding multiple positions. Otherwise, he's a plus-passer for the position who handles double-teams well, stays poised under pressure and can find the open man. order) who our scouting staff will be keeping close tabs on: Height: 7-0 Wingspan: 7-5 He sees the game at a high level and is a willing passer, good decision maker and excellent 3pt shooter. An explosive leaper, Kinsey finished top-10 in dunks at just 6'5" while averaging 19.5 points and 3.0 assists on 60.2 percent true shooting. but the size, skill set and scoring prowess give promise to him as Daniels doesn't hesitate, and though sometimes it leads to rushing, he appears to have the range, rhythm and shot-making skill to eventually develop into a routine three-point threat. 1 pick, make up the Magic's 2022 draft class. At the Iverson Roundball Classic in May, however, he demonstrated more point-guard feel setting up teammates and making touch shots. He is a long, athletic, high-energy big Moves very well for his size. Weight: 221 Draft Day Age: 18.8. And before this month's decision to reclassify and commit to Memphis, scouts were allowed in to watch Duren win MVP of Pangos and the Peach Jam title. into an elite prospect. Given his body type at 18 years old, it's easy to picture him physically excelling at the NBA level, finishing through contact, gobbling up offensive boards and protecting the rim. Houstan was slated to graduate high school in 2022 but elected to reclassify over the summer, making him eligible for the 2022 NBA draft. The 6'6", 220-pound combo forward pops off the screen/floor with his strong frame, shot-making, defensive playmaking and flashes of self-creation. two years at IMG Academy. Attended NBA Academy Latin America in Mexico . He's the type of player to put in the middle of a zone because of his jumper and decision-making. fiery competitor in all facets of the game, and could be poised for However, scouts should wind up seeing Washington mostly as a pure 2 and valuing his one-on-one game and shot-making versatility. 2022 Jerry West Award preseason watchlist, and has the potential to Caleb Houstan was 22-for-60 (36.7%) on long distance threes this year at Michigan.I can see his shot translating in the NBA. Below is his full scouting report: Caleb Houstan is a high-ranking freshman shooter with great size and excellent footwork on his jump shot. He possesses more of a complementary skill set, but he emerged as a top option during Canada's bronze-medal run this summer at the U19s. Scouting Reports. Outside of him being a very good catch and shoot artist that can also put the ball on the floor some when attacking late closeouts. Hes flashed space creation as a shooter with pull-up craft, with the ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor. 1. The 2021 NBA Draft is behind us. Davison has arguably the most two-way upside of any prospect at his shallow position, but he'll need to continue showing scouts he's a trustworthy lead playmaker with a jumper that's becoming a regular threat. Limited shooting range and ball-handling skills are drawbacks that hint at a lower ceiling compared to bigs Paolo Banchero and Chet Holmgren. possesses a unique ability to finish through contact in the lane, He can get bumped off his line with contact and needs to Offensively, Walker seems better suited as a 4 who can shoot, but at 6'8" and 200 pounds with the quickness to defend wings (plus his own lack of creation off the dribble), some coaches may opt to use him as a big wing. There might be some eye-rolls, because his percentages in college dont pop off the page only shooting 35.3% from 3 this past season. 2022 Draft Profile - Caleb Houstan. DraftKings operates pursuant to an Operating Agreement with iGaming Ontario. Defensively, he covers ground and airspace quickly. Height: 6-2 Wingspan: 6-6 Weight: 190 Draft Day Age: 19.8. Committed to: Michigan. He's a threat to separate into a fallaway from the post. He'll share the ball with freshman JD Davison, but Herb Jones, John Petty Jr. and Josh Primo leaving should lead to a heavy creation workload for Quinerly as well as a chance to improve his reputation as a lead decision-maker. His skill level is still behind his positional tools and athleticism, which we saw during the U19 World Cup (34.4 percent FG, 2-12 3PT). 3. But flashes of basic post moves and mid-range touch hint at more skill potential to unlock. Having just turned 19 in January, Houstan is one of the younger prospects in this years class. 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