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 intriguing prospects in this year’s NBA Draft is wing Ziaire Williams out of Stanford.
The following is a complete Ziaire Williams NBA Draft profile, including stats, highlights and a mock projection.
Ziaire Williams NBA Draft Profile, Stats, Highlights and Projection
Ziaire Williams
Position: Shooting Guard/ Small Forward
Height: 6’8”
Weight: 188 lbs.
Age: 19
College: Stanford
Ziaire Williams Highlights
Ziaire Williams 2020-21 Stats
- Games Played: 20
- Points: 10.7
- Rebounds: 4.6
- Assists: 2.2
- Field Goal Percentage: 37.4%
- 3-Point Field Goal Percentage: 29.1%
- Free Throw Percentage: 79.6%
- Steals: 0.9
- Blocks: 0.6
- Turnovers: 2.9
Ziaire Williams NBA Draft Profile
Strengths
Ziaire Williams is a shooting guard/small forward hybrid who is capable of becoming an excellent two-way player. Williams has a great handle for his size which allows him to create his own shot. His long wingspan allows for him to be a successful off-ball defender as he is able to disrupt passing lanes.
Weaknesses
While he posses the skills to create an open shot for himself, Williams lacks a mechanically sound jump shot, resulting in inconsistent shooting percentages. His free throw percentage reveals hope for his shooting ability for now. Williams will also benefit from packing on some muscle so he can survive drives to the basket.
Pro Comparison
Brandon Ingram, Cam Reddish
Ziairie Williams Draft Projection
All 2021 NBA Draft projections are taken from the latest Bleacher Report mock draft by Jonathan Wasserman.
Ziaire Williams is currently projected to be drafted by the Houston Rockets at No. 24 overall.
