2018 NBA Draft: Rawle Alkins Scouting Report and Highlights
Rawle Alkins, G/F, Arizona | Sophomore
Height: 6'4" | Weight: 220 | DOB: 10/29/97 (20)
Stats: 13.1 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 35.9% 3FG
Bio: A strong, well-rounded wing player, Alkins was on the first-round cusp last season before returning to Arizona. After breaking his foot in September, he battled through the season at less than 100% as a key part of the Wildcats’ rotation. His toughness and scoring ability make him an interesting prospect toward the middle of the draft.
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Strengths
• Explosive athlete. Can play above the rim and finish despite heavier frame. Difficult to knock off his line going to the basket.
• Big enough to defend larger players. Has a strong body and a 6’9” measured wingspan. Should become a useful player on that end.
• Motor is always running. Unselfish and makes small, winning plays. Embraced secondary scoring role even with difficult on-court factors at Arizona.
Weaknesses
• Streaky jump shooter. Has some touch but shot 36.5% from three over two seasons. Made just 34.3% of all jumpers as a sophomore. Consistency has to improve.
• Ballhandling and self-creation skills will need to improve against NBA wings who can match him athletically. Has a tendency to play bully ball and will have to diversify his approach.
• Had some defensive struggles on the perimeter this season, which is attributable on some level to his foot injury.
Highlights
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Alkins’s athleticism, thick build and nose for scoring should give him an opportunity to be successful.
The Crossover’s Front Office breaks down Alkins’s strengths, weaknesses, NBA comparison and more in its in-depth scouting report.
