The 2021 NBA Draft is scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 29th in Brooklyn. As that date continues to draw closer, the hype surrounding the incoming rookie class will only intensify. Draft night always marks an evening of newfound hope for the future. Franchise goals can range from rounding out a contending roster to drafting a cornerstone player for the future. Among the cream of the crop in this year’s NBA Draft is shooting guard Jalen Green of G League Ignite.
The following is a complete Jalen Green NBA Draft profile, including stats, highlights and a mock projection.
Jalen Green Draft Profile, Stats, Highlights and Projection
Jalen Green
Position: Shooting Guard
Height: 6’6”
Weight: 175 lbs.
Age: 19
Team: G League Ignite
Jalen Green 2020-21 Stats
- Games Played: 15
- Points: 17.9
- Rebounds: 4.1
- Assists: 2.8
- Field Goal Percentage: 46.1%
- 3-Point Field Goal Percentage: 36.5%
- Free Throw Percentage: 82.9%
- Steals: 1.5
- Blocks: 0.3
- Turnovers: 2.7
Jalen Green Highlights
Jalen Green Draft Profile
Strengths
An elite scorer with superb athleticism, Jalen Green showed out in the NBA G League. It’s rare to find a shooting guard that combines superb shot-making ability with athleticism. Green’s instincts and competitive fire mesh with his athletic ability to create an NBA Draft prospect with No. 1 overall upside. He has a quick first step, good body control and a tremendous rhythm to his game. He can change speed in an instant and has the ability to blow by defenders on his way to the rim. Green complements his explosive driving ability with a lethal pull-up jumper.
Weaknesses
While Green has the ideal size for playing the wing, he will need to continue to grow and develop his wiry frame. Increased muscle mass will be paramount to his NBA longevity. Green will also need to polish his play at the defensive end. He failed to stand out defensively in the G League but does have the skills and athletic ability to become a lethal defender.
Pro Comparisons
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Jalen Green Draft Projection
All 2021 NBA Draft projections are taken from the latest Bleacher Report mock draft by Jonathan Wasserman.
Jalen Green is currently projected to be drafted by the Toronto Raptors at No. 4 overall.
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