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2016 NBA Mock Draft: Top Prospects Entering March Madness

By Maxwell Ogden

Mar 5, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Jamal Murray (23) reacts from the court during the game against the LSU Tigers in the second half at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 5, 2016; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Jamal Murray (23) reacts from the court during the game against the LSU Tigers in the second half at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 17, 2016; Tucson, AZ, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Allonzo Trier (11) shoots the ball as Arizona State Sun Devils guard Andre Spight (24) defends during the second half at McKale Center. The Wildcats won 99-61. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 17, 2016; Tucson, AZ, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Allonzo Trier (11) shoots the ball as Arizona State Sun Devils guard Andre Spight (24) defends during the second half at McKale Center. The Wildcats won 99-61. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports /

30. Allonzo Trier, Arizona Wildcats

Position: Shooting Guard

Age: 20 (1/17/1996)

Height, Weight, Wingspan: 6’5″, 199 pounds, 6’6″

Slash Line: .471/.364/.799

Season Averages: 28.0 MPG, 14.9 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 1.2 APG, 1.4 3PM

Analysis

Allonzo Trier has the physical tools to be an NBA player. He stands at 6’5″ and just under 200 pounds with a solid 6’6″ wingspan, has the quickness to navigate through traffic and split screens, and can erupt in the paint for explosive finishes above the rim.

If you’re looking for an NBA comparison, Trier is quite comparable to current Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson.

Like Clarkson, Trier is an explosive wing who has superb body control when driving the lane, and impressive finishing ability in traffic. His jumper is on-and-off, with more of a set shot than one with ideal elevation, but he’s certainly proven capable of spacing the floor with 3-point range.

Trier doesn’t pass quite as well as Clarkson, but he’s built to be an isolation star at the next level.

Trier would benefit from spending another year in college, but if he lands on a team that emphasizes a team-first mentality, he can develop into a fine NBA player. He’s inconsistent on defense, and his jump shot needs improvement, but he merely requires the polishing of his existing skills.

Trier may fall into the second round, but he has a genuine NBA future that depends solely on his work ethic.

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