2018 NBA Draft: Grayson Allen Scouting Report and Highlights
All things considered, Grayson Allen put together a noteworthy four-year career at Duke, helping spark a title win in 2015, later developing a bit of reputation for his on-court tripping antics, and now graduating as one of the better scorers in the history of the program. He’s a very good athlete, capable of making tough shots from distance and is extremely competitive, all of which make him an interesting candidate for a stabilizing backcourt role in the NBA.
Where will Allen go in the draft? The Crossover’s Front Office breaks down his strengths, weaknesses and more in its in-depth scouting report.
Grayson Allen, G, Duke | Senior
Height: 6'4" | Weight: 200 | DOB: 10/8/95 (22)
Stats: 15.5 PPG, 4.6 APG, 37.0% 3FG
Strengths
• Capable of making difficult, body-control jump shots from long range. Career 38% shooter from three. Will be a threat to score on the perimeter.
• Some comfort level playing both guard spots. Good size for a combo. Good passer and can make plays in the pick-and-roll. Attacks closeouts well enough to keep defenses honest.
• Explosive leaper with a strong build. Projectable NBA-caliber athleticism should help him cut it on the defensive end, particularly knowing the effort will always be there.
• Good intangibles. Relentless approach to the game can be contagious. Has been in a wide variety of on-court situations and gotten better at channeling his emotions.
Weaknesses
• Not a creative scorer off the dribble. Relies on pull-up game and straight drives. Best when paired with a playmaker.
• On-ball defense is average at best. Has some issues getting around screens. Fine team defender with a good mentality but not the most quick laterally.
• How much can his skill set expand? Upside is probably capped given his age. For better or worse, you know what you’re getting.
Highlights
[youtube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gI-nlFOhbiM]
Read More
Duke’s Allen embraces reduced scoring role (March 2017)
How a childhood friendship helped Grayson Allen come of age(January 2016)
Comparison: Buddy Hield
Allen’s shooting range and ability to score at volume should mask enough of his defensive issues and help him find an NBA role as a supporting scorer.
