Washington Wizards: Ausar Thompson (Overtime Elite, SG/SF, 2003). 22 prospect in the ESPN 100, had a strong showing at the NBA draft combine that propelled him firmly into consideration as a first-round pick, several NBA executives told ESPN. Has had some good reps passing on the move as well. Although I was excited to see LaRavia in the scrimmages, I like the decision. Despite having already turned 23 years old, Peterson is becoming interesting with his ball-handling and creation flashes, shot-making versatility and passing (4.7 assists) at 6'9". Not considered a one-and-done candidate for much of the season, NBA teams will want to take a closer look at him in private workouts to get a better understanding of his long-term upside, as he played his best basketball late, averaging 21.1 points in his final 10 ACC regular-season games, shooting 41% on 3s over that span. A team will buy his offensive potential based on his flashes of three-point range, face-up skill and post-ups. 3. Terquavion Smith has decided to take his name out of the NBA draft and return to North Carolina State for another season, writes Jonathan Givony of ESPN. San Antonio Spurs: James Nnaji (Barcelona, C, 2004). His vision and passing ability have taken strides this season as well his assists per game have improved by 2.5 since last season. INDIANAPOLIS The podium winner during NFL Combine media availability on Wednesday was Georgia EDGE Nolan Smith.There may not be a more passionate, transparent speaker in Indianapolis this week. I like school and my college in particular. Los Angeles Lakers: Kel'el Ware (Oregon, C, Freshman). 2 pick will presumably circle back to the Ignite star. But February was also a key month for a handful of players who made strong impressions and improved their stock. Racking up double-doubles lately, Gueye has drawn attention with his 6'11" size, production around the basket and flashes of mid-range shooting and hard drives in space. He received offers from only High Point and East Carolina before committing to NC State. Smith had a strong freshman season for the Wolfpack, averaging 16.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.3 steals per game while shooting 39.8 percent from the field and 36.9 percent from three. He has a rare blend of speed, vertical pop, and length that we havent seen much of outside hyper-athletic wings like Donovan Mitchell who was another player who drastically improved his draft stock when he participated in the NBA draft combine. The only clear path to upside calls for significant improvement to his shooting/mechanics, though there will be teams willing to bet on it given his age (19) and what a jumper could do for a 6'10" wing. 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Houston Rockets (via Clippers): Rayan Rupert (New Zealand Breakers, SG/SF, 2004). Averaging a little over 30 minutes on the floor, Smith put up 16 points per game while draining 39 . Woo also lists a handful of scrimmage standouts from Thursday who may have boosted their draft stocks, including North Carolina States Terquavion Smith, Santa Claras Jalen Williams, and Purdues Trevion Williams, among others. Within the same piece, Woo says Shaedon Sharpe, whos considered a wild card in the lottery due to not playing at all for Kentucky, is a near-certainty to be picked in the top five or six, as his unusual talent and athletic ability has successfully captured the attention of the entire NBA this week.. Miller continues to shoot at a clip that once felt unsustainable: 42.4 percent on 7.2 three-point attempts per game. With that in mind, there were a few standout players this year, starting with NC State's Terquavion Smith, Purdue's Trevion Williams and Arkansas' Jaylin Williams in the first scrimmage. NBA mock draft: Did Paolo Banchero hurt or help his case to go No. His effectiveness continues to fluctuate in a spot-up role for Duke, though he is shooting an impressive 40.7 percent from three. He tested well while in Chicago, finishing 95th percentile in lane agility and 87th percentile in the shuttle run. Terquavion Smith (born December 31, 2002) is an American college basketball player for the NC State Wolfpack of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Heres a look at the most likely destinations for NC States star all draft positions are based on standings as of Feb. 11. His off-the-dribble game and pull-up still need work, but at 6'5" with 80 made threes, including 21 off screens, his athleticism and off-ball shooting should help make him an easy fit in the NBA. He has a lot of NBA fans around the league, per ESPNs Jonathan Givony. Sacramento Kings - Terquavion Smith, G, NC State Smith likely would have been a first round pick last year, but made the surprising decision to return to NC State for his . The NBA can wait one year, I have more work to do in the ACC first.". He won the Georgia State Championship in the 100 meter dash with a time . I was hyped on NC States Terquavion Smith when I published the March edition of our mock draft. 1, which isnt a given. Smith has been mentioned quite frequently in award talks and has found himself as a finalist for the Wooden Award, the Jerry West Award and Naismith Midseason Team. Others (e.g. Mock drafts dating back to his freshman year had him as a late first rounder, and the extra season has raised his value up tremendously. I was able to come in, showcase my talent and bring energy to the team. Here is who really helped their draft stock during the two days of scrimmaging at the combine. The Wolfpack beat the Yellow Jackets 72-64. Burns scored 24 points against Georgia Tech. Ive got a big feature coming out on Jaka LaRavia soon, so I dont want to spoil any of the fun beforehand. There are scouts who see first-round value in the likelihood that Strawther's catch-and-shoot game and touch quickly translate to NBA shot-making and off-ball scoring. Feb 21, 2023. Not only has Smith accomplished both. Of course, his game isnt without holes. Phoenix Suns: uolas Tubelis (Arizona, PF/C, Junior). COLUMN: Assessing Terquavion Smiths NBA Draft stock, Jermaine Hudson, Senior Staff Photographer, Fletcher Sholar, Photo Correspondent and Max Florian, Photo Correspondent, Hallie Walker, Agromeck Photo Editor and Anna Hansen, Senior Staff Photographer, Jaylan Harrington, Editor in Chief and Tristan Tucker, Managing Editor, First and Tech Vol. Jackson-Davis has made it harder to nitpick his perceived outdated post scoring by making serious improvements to his passing and defense. The Miami Heat holds the 22nd pick and is also desperate for shooters after lackluster seasons from guards Duncan Robinson and Tyler Herro. There was a problem saving your notification. NC State. Following a 2021-22 season that was nothing short of disappointing, the Wolfpack finds itself sitting at a greatly improved 20-6 overall record with five games to go, and Smiths effort in leading the Pack this year hasnt gone unnoticed either. Not only has Smith accomplished both of those . Bondy adds that the teams remaining in the playoffs were all built mainly through the draft, with later additions focusing mainly on defense. 46. 21. I don't have a strategy. This is my first attempt at matching players to teams based on player skill . Theres more out of the Southeast Division: In his article about the 2022 NBA Draft Combine, Jeremy Woo of Sports Illustrated says that while some rival teams think the Thunder will pick Gonzagas Chet Holmgren No. 28. https://ftw.usatoday.com/lists/nba-mock-draft-combine-terquavion-smith-jalen-williams-jake-laravia-christian-braun, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Even at 6-foot-9, 265 pounds, Williams showed he can grab a rebound, put the ball on the floor in transition and make impressive reads. Houston Rockets: Victor Wembanyama (Metropolitans 92, PF/C, 2004). Im not entirely sure, but Kansas wing Christian Braun is doing exactly that. N.C. State head coach Kevin Keatts talks with Terquavion Smith (0) during the second half of Wright State's 84-70 victory over N.C. State at PNC Arena in Raleigh, N.C., Tuesday, December 21, 2021. 42. In the second scrimmage, it was Santa Clara's Jalen Williams and Kansas' Christian Braun who shined. Guys who are electric off the bounce, who can create their own shot and shoot the ball.". Williams averaged 18 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.4 steals on .538/.327/.699 shooting last season for the Racers. Terquavion Smith - NBADraft.net BLACK LIVES MATTER Per Game Per 40 Minutes Notes: Measured: 6'2.25" barefoot, 6'3.75" in shoes, 8'2.0" standing reach, 165.2 lbs, 6'6.5" wingspan at the 2022 NBA Draft Combine Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Charlotte Hornets (via Nuggets): Kyle Filipowski (Duke, PF, Freshman). JANUARY 21 . He's a confident dribbler and more shifty and slithery than I realized. He didn't shoot the ball or finish inside very well, but the potential is there. Lewis' lottery case is fading as he struggles to make shots and Pepperdine keeps losing. Interest in Hood-Schifino had been growing for weeks, long before Saturday's 35-point eruption in Indiana's win over Purdue. 17. 13. Dick has already secured the "safe" label from scouts, given how easy it is to picture a plug-and-play fit in a 6'8" sharpshooter, athletic finisher, smart/tough defender and sound decision-maker. 47. Walker and Shabazz will have exhausted their NCAA eligibility at that point, while Broome who recently announced that hell transfer to Auburn from Morehead State will have the option of remaining in school. Whether we're talking 2023 or 2024 remains to be seen, but he's generating NBA buzz with his versatility and efficiency, particularly after scoring a season-high 28 points in a win over Wisconsin on Sunday. After a nearly two-month layoff, it took Smith only four games to put up 26 points and deliver the creation and shot-making flashes that fueled top-five hype in the preseason. Inconsistency has made Kaluma tougher to buy, but at 6'7" and 225 pounds with agile slashing and streaky shot-making, he's a project whom teams could deem worth taking on in the second round. Brooklyn Nets: Jordan Hawkins (Connecticut, SG/SF, Sophomore). The Nets and Sixers are two of the latest examples to fail with that strategy, both by acquiring James Harden. Error! When players like Agbaji are testing the waters of the NBA draft while maintaining the eligibility to return to school, they receive feedback from scouts and executives as they make their decision about turning pro. The performance was a reminder why he's a likely outlier who doesn't require the highest skill level to score or play-make. His frame is exactly what youd expect for a 6-foot-4, 165-pound shooting guard. 4. Whether being paired next to All-Star guard Damian Lillard in Portland or All-Star forward Lauri Markkanen, both systems could use an extra perimeter shooter. Oklahoma City Thunder: Cam Whitmore (Villanova, SF, Freshman). Falcons 7-Round Mock Draft 2023: Fixing Defense Early The Atlanta Falcons are entering year three of the Arthur Smith and Terry Fontenot era. pic.twitter.com/wCirw8ymOD, Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) May 19, 2022. Terquavion Smith - Guard - NC State. 36. SCNext Top 25: Ranking the best high school boys' basketball teams in the 2022-23 season. Indiana Pacers (via Celtics): Terquavion Smith (North Carolina State, PG/SG, Sophomore). JEAN-FRANCOIS MONIER/AFP via Getty Images, Gregory Fisher/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. Hes got a feathery jumper, moves well without the ball and knows how to get his shot. "I've decided to play next season for NC State, the first team to offer me a scholarship," Smith said via text. I kept a notebook of analysis from both scrimmages and you can find the highlights below. Indiana Pacers (via Cavaliers): Maxwell Lewis (Pepperdine, SG/SF, Sophomore). The lack of playmaking and defense do put more pressure on his development as a creator, but even a worst-case outcome for Howard should result in a team getting value tied to his translatable shooting versatility from either wing spot. New Orleans Pelicans: Sidy Cissoko (G League Ignite, SG/SF, 2004). Who will win each 2023 conference tournament? Smith, 19, is 6-foot-4 and has spent just one season at NC State, averaging 16.3 points and 4.1 rebounds. Although he isnt particularly tall, Williams has a 7-foot-2.25 wingspan. May 31st, 2022 at 9:53am CST by Arthur Hill. The Wake Forest standout forward was scheduled to compete in five-on-five scrimmages during the combine. Atlanta Hawks: Brice Sensabaugh (Ohio State, SG/SF, Freshman). 2, hes heard quite a few educated theories that they might favor Dukes Paolo Banchero instead assuming the Magic take Auburns Jabari Smith No. 35. He originally entered the 2022 NBA draft, however he withdrew his name and returned to NC State for his sophomore year. Stats courtesy of Synergy Sports and Sports Reference. The best of Terquaivion Smith as he returns to NC State (1:58) Check out highlights from NC State's standout guard Terquavion Smith as he decides to return to school for the 2022 season. 48. His 96 3-pointers led the ACC and ranked as the fourth-highest total in ACC history for a freshman. Despite Hawkins' inconsistent offense and scoring limitations, some NBA team will bet on his shooting development, given the potential fit and value tied to a switchable, stretch big who can really pass. He just scored a season-high 25 points against Tulsa on Sunday, showcasing more creation from the post and short corners. There has been interest in Cissoko's potential versatility as a two-way playmaker and improved shot-maker, but there are also questions about whether he checks any one box with enough certainty. Indiana Pacers (via Rockets): Noah Clowney (Alabama, PF, Freshman). Rockets head coach Stephen Silas has shown a willingness to bench engn for defensive reasons, so his future role with Wembanyama would be become a storyline to watch. We need guards. Derek Murray (@DMurrayHoops) May 18, 2022. . The last college basketball season was the year of the big men. "I knew I could do it. Smith finished his first scrimmage with a game-high 17 points, playing well as a pick and roll ball-handler who is celebrated for his burst and unlimited shooting range. Once he earns himself just a hint of space on the move, he capitalizes with bounce and flexibility or passing vision to set up teammates. Much like LaRavia, Kuzma was also an upperclassman who soared up draft boards during the pre-draft process. But Ill tell you this much: LaRavia is an incredibly impressive prospect. The Atlanta Hawks are also in desperate need of shooting. Dalen Terry, Josh Minott, Harrison Ingram, Jaylin Williams, John Butler, Moussa Diabate, etc.) This offseason promises to be their busiest offseason yet. 25. None of the three were considered great bets to be drafted in 2022, so theyll look to improve their stock in 2022/23 before potentially returning pro a year from now. The Orlando Magic would ignore their needs to draft the best player available in Walker. Smith's decision to return to school might not be as shocking as it may have been prior to the NIL Era, but it doesn't appear money played a huge role in his decision. Utah Jazz: Jett Howard (Michigan, SG/SF, Freshman). Guys like Jordan Poole, De'Aaron Fox, Anfernee Simons. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Smith caught the attention of scouts with an outstanding performance in drills on the first day of the combine, Givony notes. I just decided to go get it every time. These were the top standouts who are testing the waters, but others (like Ryan Rollins and Trevion Williams) have already elapsed their eligibility. Though he isn't the most explosive athlete, Hood-Schifino has showcased a convincing mix of creation feel by changing speeds, pull-up shooting and passing IQ for combo-guard offense. Scouts will buy his makes and firepower, which highlight translatable self-creation and shot-making versatility/range for takeover scoring. 19. Atlanta has the 14th pick and could spend it on Smith. 6: Pain of the Wake loss, underrated Syracuse squad, NC State Athletics top performers of February 2023, NC State baseball stages dramatic comeback against Radford, remains unbeaten, Jacoozy enters the Raleigh live music scene after successful start in Boone, Author Sarah Grunder Ruiz publishes zippy romance series, OPINION: UNCs plan for new conservative school is not the way to fix political science. "If things go like I expect, I won't have to go through the combine experience the same way," Smith said. He was active without the ball, finding open spaces for easy layups or dunks as a cutter. Has a somewhat low release on his jumper. Thompson's shot also hasn't looked totally broken lately, while his 6'7" size, foot/hand speed and leaping give him wild defensive potential as well. Projected first-rounder Terquavion Smith withdrawing from NBA draft, returning to North Carolina State. 49. Denver Nuggets (via Thunder): Keyontae Johnson (Kansas State, SF, Senior). Smith indicated that hes already looking forward to next years draft process and the possibility of being a lottery pick. Thompson is a dangerous advantage creator with his burst off the bounce and lightning-quick dribble moves to blow by and separate. But which players will burst onto the national scene this time? He now has the type of off-ball offense and defensive tools NBA teams can picture translating. Inconsistent shooting has affected Whitmore's scoring, but between his functional ball-handling moves to break down defenses and his explosiveness and power in the lane, he's still been able to create and finish opportunities in the half court. The Houston Rockets would presumably just throw positions out the window with Wembanyama, Alperen engn and Jabari Smith Jr. Smith, who currently ranks No. Im signing with a NCAA certified agent to maintain my eligibility. Patrolling Duke's paint with improved awareness and reactions, Lively has begun to re-sell teams on his rim-protection tools. Teams will just see more of a gamble without much production to back up the highlights. A few others: "22. Those are exactly the kind of numbers you need from your role players, and with a championship already under his belt, I think that Braun is ready to do exactly that. Remember, my last two years have been so strange, thanks to the pandemic. Podem escolher. Not only is his wingspan differential one of the longest on record, however, but he also finished in the 90th percentile or better in his three-quarter sprint and his standing vertical. Los Angeles Clippers: Coleman Hawkins (Illinois, PF, Junior). Besson had a few sweet passes, including a behind-the-back dime off of a live dribble for an easy layup. He was attacking off the dribble more than I've ever seen before making the right reads to tally six assists. While several of the prominent names at the top of the draft likely wont participate in scrimmages, those top prospects are still expected to attend. With a highlight reel that features enticing shooting flashes, step-backs and explosive finishes, and stats that include a 37.9 field-goal percentage, 64.5 free-throw percentage, 76 turnovers to 24 assists and 41 fouls to 23 blocks, Jackson has become one of the most divisive prospects in this draft class. But after participating in his athletic testing and measurements, he bowed out, leading many to speculate that LaRavia is someone who got a first-round promise. Whenever Im evaluating prospects, I like to think about what they can add for their team when you strip away their usage rate. 22. "I will be working out for teams and seeing how high I can get in the draft. G League Ignite's Michael Fostershould receive second-round looks as a small-ball center. Everyone doubted me. 12. So it makes sense he was one of the nations leaders in dunks and field goals made at the rim among players his size or shorter. He figures to only make more fans during the predraft process with his measurements, workouts in front of executives and interviews. Smith would pair well as a catch-and-shoot threat next to All-Star facilitators like Trae Young or Dejounte Murray. Orlando Magic (via Bulls): Gradey Dick (Kansas, SF, Freshman). Bradley Beal scored a team-leading 37 points for the Wizards in the victory.Want to watch the matchup between the Raptors and Wizards? Clowney may be too far away for teams to confidently use a first-round pick on him, but he does have the potential shooting-shot-blocking-rebounding combo that some may be willing to reach on. Terquavion Smith returned to NC State looking to bring some success to the program after a down year and improve his NBA Draft stock in the process. "Everyone will see my games and our team all season, we are going to make sure they are seeing something special. Victor Wembanyama, Metropolitans 92. He led the ACC with 96 made three-pointers, the fourth-highest total for a freshman in conference history. The only potential red flag to keep an eye on is Whitmore's 0.7 assists per game, which is an awfully low number for a wing. Terquavion Smith has decided to take his name out of the NBA draft and return to North Carolina State for another season, writes Jonathan Givony of ESPN. Charlotte Hornets: Marcus Sasser (Houston, PG/SG, Senior). He's also playing with noticeable energy and activity, which has made him a bigger off-ball scoring threat and disruptive defender. "I have to be honest and admit money has never been at the center of my thoughts," he said. Terquavion Smith's unexpected freshman season and strong showing at the NBA draft combine put him in line to be a first-round pick. Braun was 2-for-9 from the field during the combine scrimmage, which wasnt a particularly encouraging shooting clip. Smith is a lanky, quick, agile scoring guard who has burst onto the scene and is moving up draft boards. "My agent explained to me that teams as high as the late teens, through the rest of the first round, all have me ranked as a first-round talent. 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