Elie Okobo

September 23, 2018

France’s Elie Okobo is a lefty PG w/ upside as a very creative scorer & playmaker.

Jordan McRae

September 23, 2018

On the come up as a reserve bucket-getter.

Isaiah Hicks

September 23, 2018

NBA ROLE: (RAW) SCORING POWER FORWARD

A former National Champion at North Carolina, NYK’s Isaiah Hicks is developing into a quality NBA player in NY; good inside scorer, doesn’t shy away from the midrange: Hicks creates an open target after screens, can hit a variety of Js: facing up, short shots around the basket; quick jumper w/ long strides* - niche as a catch & finisher/occassional shooter in the vein of Richaun Holmes (PHX)?; another positive rebounder on NYK’s front line?; decent help side shot-blocker, must learn to always impact game even if offense isn’t going; on 2Way contract - Hicks gained confidence in G League as a rook - sleeper under David Fizdale

*able to take his man off the dribble

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Alex Poythress

September 23, 2018

ALEX POYTHRESS (ATL)

**#22•A. POYTHRESS**

***F • 6’9, 235 lbs; 3rd year, Kentucky***

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NBA ROLE: UTILITY FORWARD

An athletic, utility forward outta Kentucky, Alex Poythress seems to have finally settled in as a pro; spent last couple seasons discovering NBA role, working on all-around skills; improved shooter + scorer - Poythress is able to convert a variety of jumpers, uses his frame well to finish off looks in the lane; goes up hard near the rim, attempts to stuff if afforded the right step/hop; needs to improve focus & intensity on defense - valuing intangibles will lead to more PT in different types of lineups; on 2nd 2Way deal* - can Poythress make a home in ATL?

*w/ Pacers last season

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Daniel Hamilton

September 23, 2018

DANIEL HAMILTON (ATL)

**#5•D. HAMILTON**

***G/F • 6’7, 195 lbs; 2nd year, UConn***

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NBA ROLE: (RAW) ALL-AROUND WING

Daniel Hamilton is on the upswing; all-around wing w/ nice traits on both ends - long-armed defender, loves to attack & score off the dribble; 6’7 shot creator, potential iso attacker w/ ATL - smooth handles, relies on size ups & crosses to get by his man and make something happen; secondary ball-handler/play initiator off the bench? - Hamilton must value possessions while proving worth as an efficient decision-maker; ok shooter (has gotten better recently), will need to up the ante from deep to reach full potential; stars in G League - recurring triple-double candidate, caters to free-flowing game; on 2Way deal - Hamilton’s perfect position to create his own path w/ Hawks

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JP Macura

September 23, 2018

J.P. MACURA (CHA)

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NBA ROLE: (RAW) ALL-AROUND SG

JP Macura: 4-year player at Xavier w/ a reputable defensive background; does a lot of things well on the floor - including (but not limited to) maintaining ball movement, defending position & converting outside shots; 3&D framework or limited by position? will strictly check 2s?;pPlays confidently w/ ball in his hands - likes to attack w/ purpose, both in transition & following ball fakes; needs to further improve control & improvisational skills when defenders converge; needs to hit open treys - Hornets seek outside shooting, especially outta the backcourt; on 2Way deal - older prospect, Macura could crack the rotation sooner rather later?*

*will get plenty of reps in G League

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PJ Dozier

September 23, 2018

PJ Dozier: 6’6 PG outta South Carolina - transition playmaker + defender.

Walt Lemon Jr.

September 23, 2018

Walt Lemon Jr. is a lefty guard w/ quickness.

Jordan Loyd

September 23, 2018

JORDAN LOYD (TOR)

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NBA ROLE: (RAW) COMBO GUARD

Hailing outta DII Indianapolis, TOR’s Jordan Loyd is looking to do work on his 2Way contract; earned a shot after a positive stint in Summer League (2018); scoring combo guard or pure playmaker? - low release point but Loyd features a nice game on the move, can dribble into midrange zones & score, won’t hesitate from downtown (must keep defenders honest on three ball); typically in attack mode, wants to beat his man to spots before deciding to pass or shoot; decent float game, must further improve finishing thru contact; backcourt flier, low-risk investment - could grow in TOR’s farm system

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DeVaughn Akoon-Purcell

September 23, 2018

DEVAUGHN AKOON-PURCELL (DEN)

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NBA ROLE: (RAW) TWO-WAY WING

Undrafted in 2018, DeVaughn Akoon-Purcell caught DEN’s attention after a strong showing in Summer League; well-rounded wing w/ the ability to impact the game in multiple areas; good athlete - converts difficult drives via around & thru opponents; outside shot could earn him early PT - DAP has a good base as a shooter (holds followthrough), is comfortable launching from elbows; solid passer, should work on downhill playmaking and initiating sets; able to defend 3s in the league or better v. 2s & 1s?; next DEN 2Way player to upgrade contract?

*following Torrey Craig & Monte Morris

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Billy Preston

September 23, 2018

BILLY PRESTON (CLE)

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NBA ROLE: (RAW) VERSATILE, SCORING FORWARD

A former McDonald’s All-American (2017), Billy Preston took the unconventional route* to the league; natural athlete w/ a strong upper body - can explode for dunks if afforded the right step(s) in the lane; complementary scoring potential - good shooter, confident w/ turnarounds (one-handed hook) and spot ups, working on better consistency; Improving finisher - can get outta control when racing to the rim, shouldn’t fall in love w/ forced drives and jumpers; needs to work on creating for others, develop a strong standing as a defender & rebounder; above anything else, Preston needs more game experience to discover how he’ll impact games on a consistent basis (scoring, defense, hustle?); low-risk investment for Cavs - Preston will have plenty of chances to prove worth on 2Way deal

*played in Bosnia after brief stint at Kansas

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John Holland

September 23, 2018

JOHN HOLLAND (CLE)

jholland, 2way.JPG — **#10•J. HOLLAND**

***G/F • 6’5, 205 lbs; 3rd year, Boston University***

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NBA ROLE: SCORING SWINGMAN

A basketball veteran, John Holland is hoping year 3 (in the NBA) is his most fruitful yet; capable scorer off the dribble, features a few different options from midrange (step backs, pull-ups) - reminiscent of John Salmons (good slasher, iso threat); on the verge of a role? - Holland picked up some good tendencies the past couple seasons in Cleveland; needs to improve spot up shooting and creating shots for others; on a 2Way contract - if all goes right, Holland will outplay status and set up shop in the Land

*made league as a 27-year old rookie

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Reggie Hearn

September 22, 2018

REGGIE HEARN (DET)

**#31•R. HEARN**

***SG • 6’5, 210 lbs; 2nd year, Northwestern***

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NBA ROLE: SHOOTER

Northwestern’s Reggie Hearn: a 6’5 SG on a 2Way deal in the Motor City; profile of a versatile shooter: fast release, keeps ball up high before rising, can score behind screens, capable from elbows & corners; fits into a team framework, moves well off ball; needs to continue developing from midrange - Hearn sees opportunities off curls (plays angles well), must work on 24 passing after screens; limited to one position? not a great ball-handler or initiator, lacks ideal size at SF; second year in Detroit’s system - uncertain backcourt hierarchy (off the bench) - will Hearn’s shooting lead to PT under Dwane Casey?

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Edmond Sumner

September 22, 2018

Sumner brings defense & playmaking to Indy’s backcourt.

Isaiah Canaan

September 22, 2018

ISAIAH CANAAN (MIN)

**#2•I. CANAAN**

***PG • 6'0, 200 lbs; 6th year, Murray State***

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NBA ROLE: OFFENSIVE-MINDED PG

6’0 pointshooting guard Isaiah Canaan loves cashing deep threes – in fact, it may be his greatest skill; Canaan’s far from Steph Curry (GSW) beyond the arc but he takes similar heat check threes, regardless of the situation; capable scorer (gets hot fast) w/ a variety of different jumpers in his arsenal; value will surge once he learns how to initiate better contact driving to the hole (good hesi-driver); needs to perfect ‘slice-thru’ pocket passes (or lobs) when running point; solid ball-handler, improving decision-maker; Canaan plays an important role in MIN - ‘instant offense’, spot-up guy; mid-major success story

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Johnathan Motley

September 22, 2018

Short minute bucket-getter: takes advantage of limited opportunities.

Angel Delgado

September 22, 2018

ANGEL DELGADO (LAC)

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NBA ROLE: (RAW) INTERIOR SCORER/DEFENDER

Angel Delgado: a 6’10 bruiser (outta Seton Hall) on a 2Way contract in LA(C); more of an old-school big: Delgado trends towards the paint, must make a name for himself in the trenches; performs honest work on the glass, uses strength to position himself for boards - very good anticipation on misses; offensive contributions should come via put backs, short righty hooks, catch & finishing; solid midrange shooter, volume will increase as confidence rises; will spend majority of first pro season w/ LAC’s G League affiliate*

*Agua Caliente Clippers

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Travis Wear

September 22, 2018

TRAVIS WEAR (LAL)

**#21•T. WEAR**

***F • 6'10, 230 lbs; 3rd year, UCLA***

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NBA ROLE: (RAW) STRETCH 4

One half of the Wear twins*, Travis is an offensive-oriented forward whose game revolves around shooting (pull-ups, spot ups, post-jabs); stretch four upside - 2Way deal = extended audition to showcase range, accuracy & readiness; future specialist? - realizes calling card, must use J as springboard to permanent spot; not very inventive off the bounce outside of a couple pull-ups, needs to improve; tends to drift towards the outside instead of doing work near the rim; OC native - UCLA Bruin turned Laker - any minutes left in Luke Walton’s crowded rotation?

*played w/ brother, David, throughout HS & college career (at UCLA)

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Wenyen Gabriel

September 22, 2018

Wenyen Gabriel is a rare, undrafted FA w/ converted upside.

Danuel House Jr.

September 22, 2018

Danuel House Jr. has found his niche in the league: confident offensive player (has gotten comfortable w/ additional playing time).

ISAIAH HICKS (NYK)

NBA ROLE: (RAW) SCORING POWER FORWARD

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ALEX POYTHRESS (ATL)

NBA ROLE: UTILITY FORWARD

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DANIEL HAMILTON (ATL)

NBA ROLE: (RAW) ALL-AROUND WING

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J.P. MACURA (CHA)

NBA ROLE: (RAW) ALL-AROUND SG

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JORDAN LOYD (TOR)

NBA ROLE: (RAW) COMBO GUARD

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DEVAUGHN AKOON-PURCELL (DEN)

NBA ROLE: (RAW) TWO-WAY WING

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BILLY PRESTON (CLE)

NBA ROLE: (RAW) VERSATILE, SCORING FORWARD

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JOHN HOLLAND (CLE)

NBA ROLE: SCORING SWINGMAN

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REGGIE HEARN (DET)

NBA ROLE: SHOOTER

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ISAIAH CANAAN (MIN)

NBA ROLE: OFFENSIVE-MINDED PG

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ANGEL DELGADO (LAC)

NBA ROLE: (RAW) INTERIOR SCORER/DEFENDER

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TRAVIS WEAR (LAL)

NBA ROLE: (RAW) STRETCH 4

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