THON MAKER (CLE)
#7•T. MAKER
F/C • 7'0, 221 lbs; 5th year, Australia (via South Sudan)
UNDERDOG
NBA ROLE: UTILITY FORWARD
Thon Maker is a thought-provoking forward with upside; at 7’1, Maker has some guard skills, doesn’t really move like a guy his size – leads way for opportunities to push the break, launch perimeter Js, protect the basket & change ends with ease; non-stop motor: most noticeable on the glass where Maker’s athleticism and relentless energy* transfers into plenty of boards & blocks; needs to develop a stronger upper body & base + a few counters off the dribble (pull-ups, step thrus); decent set shooter, would benefit from quicker release; sequence defender, infectious play style: possesses rare ability to influence momentum despite limited possessions; signed w/ Cavs – upside under JB Bickerstaff?
*KG's tutelage = important
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#DOGTAG: UNDERDOG
MORE ON T. MAKER
Career: 4.7 points/game, 2.8 rebounds/game, 43% FG
10th overall pick (2016)
(FACTORY SETTING) NBA 2K21 RATING: 73
(via NBA Africa & House of Highlights)