2010 NBA Draft Scouting Report: Andy Rautins

Written by Paul Banks of NBC Chicago and the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
Send Paul an e-mail here: paulb05 AT hotmail DOT com.
All other e-mail, including advertising and link proposals, send to: [email protected]




2010 NBA Draft Scouting Report: Andy Rautins


Position: Shooting Guard

Size: 6-5, 195

School: Syracuse, Senior


Strengths:
  • Absolute sharp shooter from three
  • Range starts once he crosses halfcourt
  • Catch and shoot ability
  • Quick release
  • Outstanding court vision
  • Terrific passer
  • Incredibly underrated defender
  • Does a great job of getting his hand in passing lanes
  • Incredible basketball IQ



    Weaknesses:
  • Lacks ideal athleticism for an NBA two guard
  • Physicality
  • Played entirely in a 2-3 zone so doesn’t have much man-to-man experience on defense

    Summary: Known primarily as a three-point assassin during his career at Syracuse, Rautins developed into a solid all-around player which makes him an interesting prospect. A team that is need of an intelligent sharpshooter might take a chance on him in the second round. His lack of ideal athleticism limits his potential effectiveness at the next level but I still think he could be a valuable bench player for some team.

    Player Comparison: Anthony Parker. Parker has made a living in the NBA due to his three-point shooting and defensive abilities which have allowed him to be a valuable role player. Rautins will need to be a similar player if he has any hopes of playing in the NBA. Parker actually spent a few years overseas before returning to the NBA which might be a path Rautins will also have to take.



    RELATED LINKS:


    2010 NBA Mock Draft


    2010 NBA Draft Prospect Rankings


    2010 NBA Draft Scouting Reports








    Written by Paul Banks of NBC Chicago and the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
    Send Paul an e-mail here: paulb05 AT hotmail DOT com.
    All other e-mail, including advertising and link proposals, send to: [email protected]




    Mike Elworth's 2023 NBA Mock Draft

    Mike Elworth's 2024 NBA Mock Draft





    NFL Picks - Oct. 7


    2025 NFL Mock Draft - Oct. 2


    Fantasy Football Rankings - Sept. 4


    NFL Power Rankings - Aug. 28