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Atlanta Hawks NBA Draft Big Board 1.0 – Player Comps For 30 Players

By Dallin Duffy

SOUTH BEND, IN - MARCH 04: Devin Vassell #24 of the Florida State Seminoles is seen during the game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Purcell Pavilion on March 4, 2020 in South Bend, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
SOUTH BEND, IN - MARCH 04: Devin Vassell #24 of the Florida State Seminoles is seen during the game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Purcell Pavilion on March 4, 2020 in South Bend, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) /
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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JANUARY 18: Jaden McDaniels #0 of the Washington Huskies reacts in the second half against the Oregon Ducks during their game at Hec Edmundson Pavilion on January 18, 2020 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images) /

Jaden McDaniels. 26. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. Washington. 521. SF. player

Measurables:

Position: Small/power forward

Height: 6’10

Weight: 184

Wingspan: 6’11.5

Overview:

The above measurables jump off the page, as they should. McDaniels’ height and wingspan in relation to his ball-handling ability is extremely rare and will make him a first-round pick despite his struggles as a freshman.

NBA Outlook:

McDaniels struggled in nearly every aspect of the game in Seattle but flashed the potential of being a two-way point forward at times. He might be the rawest prospect on this big board, but that could make him the best value pick of the draft if he can polish his game even just slightly.

Player Comparison:

Think of a mix between Domantas Sabonis and Brandon Ingram at his peak, a mix of Marquese Chriss and Thon Maker at his floor.

Fit With the Atlanta Hawks:

While the influx of young talent does allow the Hawks some room to take a chance on a boom-or-bust prospect like McDaniels, and he’s certainly a titillating talent. His ability to play three, possibly four positions allows him to see the floor despite the team’s already deep bench. If the value is there, I like the pick and is one player the Hawks could trade down for.