2014 NBA Draft Scouting Report: K.J. McDaniels



Written by Paul Banks of the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
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2014 NBA Draft Scouting Report: K.J. McDaniels


Position: Small Forward

Size: 6-6, 200

School: Clemson, Sophomore


Strengths:
  • Athleticism
  • High flyer at the rim
  • Explosive at the rim
  • Slashing ability
  • Excels in transition
  • Getting to the foul line
  • Free-throw shooting
  • Length
  • Terrific defender
  • Can guard multiple positions
  • Shot blocker
  • A factor on the glass




  • Weaknesses:
  • Inconsistent three-point shooter
  • Too often settles for jumpers
  • Needs to get better at breaking down defenders off the bounce
  • Ball handling can improve
  • A bit undersized to be a true small forward


  • Summary: Since Clemson didn’t garner a ton of national attention, McDaniels somewhat flew under the national radar. He is crazy athletic and a terrific defender, which together makes him extremely attractive to NBA teams. McDaniels is a bit undersized to be a true small forward in the NBA and doesn’t shoot it all that well from deep, but figures to be drafted in the late teens-early 20s and a solid role player at the next level.

    Player Comparison: Wesley Johnson. Johnson’s lack of development on the offensive end has relegated him to being a decent role player. McDaniels will face similar hurdles as a scorer, but because of his length, athleticism, and defensive ability, he should find a home in the NBA like Johnson has.







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    2014 NBA Mock Draft


    2015 NBA Mock Draft


    2014 NBA Draft Prospect Rankings


    2014 NBA Draft Scouting Reports








    Written by Paul Banks of the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
    Send Paul an e-mail here: paulb05 AT hotmail DOT com.
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