Draft Profile: Myles Turner

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Can Turner be the next high draft pick out of the University of Texas?

MYLES TURNER

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Strengths:

  • Elite shot-blocker
  • Can score both in the post and from mid-range
  • Great NBA size and length
  • Very skilled, good hands
  • Very high upside
  • High motor
  • Good ball handler for a big man
  • Can be a weapon as a trail-man in transition
  • Had success playing for Team USA at U18 level

Weaknesses:

  • Can tend to play passively
  • Good, but not great, athlete
  • Needs to improve one-on-one post defense against stronger players
  • Good, but not great, rebounder

Red Flags:

  • N/A

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