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 top prospects in this year’s NBA Draft is forward Jalen Suggs out of Gonzaga.
The following is a complete Jalen Suggs NBA Draft profile, including stats, highlights and a mock projection.
Jalen Suggs Draft Profile, Stats, Highlights and Projection
Jalen Suggs
Position: Guard
Height: 6’4”
Weight: 205 lbs.
Age: 19
College: Gonzaga Bulldogs
Jalen Suggs 2020-21 Stats
- Games Played: 30
- Points: 14.4
- Rebounds: 5.3
- Assists: 4.7
- Field Goal Percentage: 50.3%
- 3-Point Field Goal Percentage: 33.7%
- Free Throw Percentage: 75.4%
- Steals: 1.9
- Blocks: 0.3
- Turnovers: 2.9
Jalen Suggs Highlights
Jalen Suggs Draft Profile
Strengths
Scouts will be hard-pressed to find a prospect with a better basketball IQ and competitive fire in this draft class than Jalen Suggs. He has the ability to play both on and off the ball and never backs down from a chance to help his team win. While he doesn’t always chase his own shot, Suggs can score in bunches when needed. He is a solid 3-point shooter and is also aggressive on the dribble drive. His quickness and strength both suit him well on his way to the rim. His background as a football player really shows up at the defensive end where he plays bigger than his size. Suggs is an aggressive rebounder and doesn’t shy away from contact.
Weaknesses
As a scorer, it will be paramount for Suggs to become more consistent from 3-point range. He certainly has the potential to become a top-notch 3-point marksman at the NBA level. If he doesn’t improve from long-range, Suggs will need to get more creative when it comes to getting his own shot. While his speed and quickness were a step ahead of the competition he faced in college, things will be tougher in the pros. Suggs will need to build upon his athleticism.
Pro Comparisons
Chauncey Billups, Brandon Roy
Jalen Suggs Draft Projection
All 2021 NBA Draft projections are taken from the latest Bleacher Report mock draft by Jonathan Wasserman.
Jalen Suggs is currently projected to be drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers at No. 3 overall.
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