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2016 NBA Draft: Brandon Ingram Player Breakdown

By Maxwell Ogden

Feb 17, 2016; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Brandon Ingram (14) before the game at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 17, 2016; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Brandon Ingram (14) before the game at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /
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Duke Blue Devils star Brandon Ingram has declared for the 2016 NBA Draft. What might the future hold for one of the prime candidates to go No. 1 overall?

Feb 17, 2016; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Brandon Ingram (14) before the game at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 17, 2016; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Brandon Ingram (14) before the game at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /

The 2016 NBA Draft is shaping up to be one of remarkable influence. Many have debated the measure of star potential this year’s class possesses, but near the top, there’s very little question that there’s immeasurable upside.

One of the select few players believed to have star potential is Duke Blue Devils small forward Brandon Ingram.

Ingram has emerged as one of the most heralded prospects in the 2016 NBA Draft. His youth, physical profile, and unique skill set have captivated the masses, so much so that he’s drawn upside comparisons to one of the league’s elite players.

Thus, it’s hardly surprising that Ingram officially declared for the 2016 NBA Draft.

Every team in possession of a lottery pick is grinning from ear-to-ear.

Ingram finished the 2015-16 season with averages of 17.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.4 blocks, 1.1 steals, and 2.2 3-point field goals made in 34.6 minutes. He did so on a slash line of .442/.410/.682, with 80 3-point field goals made in 36 games played.

Beyond the statistics, this is everything you need to know about Ingram and the star he has the potential to become.

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