2011 NBA Draft Scouting Report: Malcolm Lee



Written by Paul Banks of the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
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2011 NBA Draft Scouting Report: Malcolm Lee


Position: Shooting Guard

Size: 6-5, 198

School: UCLA, Junior


Strengths:
  • Terrific on-the-ball defender
  • Length helps him guard
  • Can defend either guard position
  • Athleticism
  • Excels in transition
  • Creating his own shot
  • Slasher



    Weaknesses:
  • Three-point shooter
  • Inconsistent outside shooter
  • Never came close to reaching potential in three years at UCLA
  • Decision making on offensive end
  • Is he a point guard or shooting guard?

    Summary: Lee’s decision to enter the 2011 NBA Draft is surprising since he is not a first-round prospect. He had a very underwhleming career at UCLA like many Ben Howland-coached guards have, which leads some to believe that his best basketball is ahead of him. Until he develops a consistent offensive game, he will have to find niche in the league as a defender since he was one of the best in college basketball.

    Player Comparison: Shannon Brown. Brown struggled to find his spot in the NBA until two years ago with the Lakers. A terrific athlete who can play either guard spot, Brown is not an outside threat but at his best when he is out and running. He is also a more than capable defender. All these descriptions fit Lee’s strengths and weaknesses, and if he has to follow a career path, Brown’s is not a bad place to start.





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    2011 NBA Mock Draft


    2012 NBA Mock Draft


    2011 NBA Draft Prospect Rankings


    2011 NBA Draft Scouting Reports








    Written by Paul Banks of the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
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