Giannis Adetokunbo selected No. 15 by Bucks in NBA draft

At 6-foot-9, Giannis Adetokunbo believes he can play the role of point-forward in the NBA. (AP) The Bucks selected Giannis Adetokunbo with the 15th pick in
Giannis Adetokunbo selected No. 15 by Bucks in NBA draft
Giannis Adetokunbo selected No. 15 by Bucks in NBA draft /

At 6-foot-9, Giannis Adetokunbo believes he can play the role of point-forward in the NBA. (AP)

Giannis Adetokunbo believes he can play the role of  point-forward in the NBA.

The Bucks selected Giannis Adetokunbo with the 15th pick in the NBA draft on Thursday. Here's a look at Adetokunbo and how he fits with Milwaukee:

Bio: Greece | 18 years old | Small Forward

Vitals: 6-9, 196 pounds

Strengths: Adetokunbo is an elite athlete with ball-handling skills rarely found in a player of his size. An unselfish player, he considers himself a point guard, a concept that speaks to his versatility. Just 18 years old, Adetokunbo has a lot of upside.

Weaknesses: Adetokunbo's game needs a lot of seasoning. His inexperience shows on the defensive end, where he lacks consistency, and on the perimeter, where he does not yet possess a consistent jumper. There are also concerns about his adjustment to the NBA given the weak competition he's faced overseas.

What Scouts Say: "I wouldn't touch him," a Western Conference executive said. "I don't even know how good he is going to be once he reaches his potential."

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