YUTA WATANABE (PHX)
#18•Y. WATANABE
F • 6’9, 205 lbs; 6th year, George Washington
UNDERDOG
NBA ROLE: HYBRID FORWARD/DEFENDER
An active, hybrid forward outta GW (by way of Japan) - Yuta Watanabe has the upside to check multiple positions; impacts with energy - Yuta’s a quick jumper w/ good anticipation: relies on speed & athleticism to impact glass, get to spots on both ends; lefty, load up J: able to cash from deep - consistency (in both areas) will dictate early playing time; patient, mature prospect - avoids mistakes; needs to fill out strength, will aid longevity & defensive versatility; budding skills: sequence defender/playmaker/open court finisher; signed w/ Suns (2023): strong utility threat for Coach Vogel - can Phoenix make a title push in 2024?
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#DOGTAGS: UNDERDOG, UNDRAFTED
MORE ON Y. WATANABE
Native of Japan, competes internationally for Team Japan
A-10 Defensive Player of the Year (2018)
(FACTORY SETTING) NBA 2K24 RATING: 74