NBA Draft Scouting Report: Dayton's Kobe Elvis
Kobe Elvis
Guard | Dayton
Height: 6'2” | Weight: 170 lbs
2024 Draft Age: 23.27
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Prospect Profile
Sharing the name and number of the late great Kobe Bryant, it’s no surprise Elvis’ game revolves around his bucket getting ability. He thrives as an aggressive, confident, and skilled shot creator and shot maker.
His scoring arsenal features pullups, step backs, and side steps with fluid footwork and tough shot making ability. He's a player that has the upside to score 20 points on any given night.
Elvis possesses a potent midrange pullup game, shooting at good efficiency on two-point jumpers. Speaking to his shot creation ability, he has a low assist rate on his points produced.
His midrange proficiency is an encouraging indicator that his off the bounce 3-point shooting, particularly out of pick-and-rolls, will improve. If you’re going to be a primary handler on the NBA level, being able to hit from deep out of pick-and-rolls is crucial. Although he’s at his best with the ball in his hands, Elvis is a reliable off ball threat thanks to his catch-and-shoot proficiency.
Defense and playmaking are two areas of needed improvement.
Defense isn’t what Elvis is out there for, but he should at least be an adequate defender if he continues to find consistency with his engagement.
The playmaking flashes hold the most value, although he played alongside other quality guards last season so didn't get the chance to showcase as much as we would have liked.
Elvis has battled injuries for the past two seasons, which has certainly hindered his draft stock. If he's able to put together a fully healthy season, he will get real consideration in the 2024 NBA Draft.
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Draft Projection
Potential Second-Round Pick in 2024 NBA Draft.
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