ATLANTA –– Want to know what a veteran NBA scout thinks about this Final Four?
Here are the thoughts of one NBA scout, who gave his evaluations of the top seven prospects playing here this weekend.
1. Trey Burke, So. G, Michigan
Scout’s take: “He can set the table better than anyone this year, outstanding handle and passer who can score.”
Projected NBA Draft range: 6-12
2. Michael Carter-Williams, So. G, Syracuse
Scout’s take: “He has really helped himself in the Tournament. Great size for position, makes teammates better with his penetration and passing, improving his shooting. Very good using length and anticipation for steals. Great upside.”
Projected NBA Draft range: 10-18
3. Gorgui Dieng, Jr. C, Louisville
Scout’s take: “Second-best interior defender in college ball, improving offensively.”
Projected NBA Draft range: 20-30
4(t). Russ Smith, Jr. G, Louisville
Scout’s take: “You can’t guard what you can’t catch. Cat quick and Brooklyn tough.”
Projected NBA Draft range: 24-30
4(t). Glenn Robinson, Fr. F, Michigan
Scout’s take: “Growing into a Big Dog. Athletic, shoots it straight, one of the best freshmen in the country.”
Projected NBA Draft range: 24-30
6. Mitch McGary, Fr. F, Michigan
Scout’s take: “Is this guy related to Bill Lambieer? Big, strong, more athletic than you realize. A banger.”
**For more on McGary’s soaring stock, click here.
Projected NBA Draft range: 25-35
7. Peyton Siva, Sr. G, Louisville
Scout’s take: “Peyton has NBA speed, quickness, passing ability. He’s fearless, but the craziness almost completely negates it. If he plays great and they win the championship, the arrow goes up. If he plays bad, he could fall out of the second round.”
Projected NBA Draft range: Second round
