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2016 NBA Draft: 8 Most Intriguing Prospects

By Aaron Ferguson

Dec 30, 2015; Charlottesville, VA, USA; Oakland Golden Grizzlies guard Kay Felder (20) steals the ball away from Virginia Cavaliers guard Devon Hall (0) during the first half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 30, 2015; Charlottesville, VA, USA; Oakland Golden Grizzlies guard Kay Felder (20) steals the ball away from Virginia Cavaliers guard Devon Hall (0) during the first half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 13, 2015; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Skal Labissiere (1) shoots the ball against Albany Great Danes forward Mike Rowley (10) in the second half of the game at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 13, 2015; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Skal Labissiere (1) shoots the ball against Albany Great Danes forward Mike Rowley (10) in the second half of the game at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports /

Skal Labissiere – Kentucky

Year: Freshman
Measurements: 6’11.75″, 215.8 lbs.
Stats: 15.8 MPG, 6.6 PPG, 3.1 RPG, 1.6 BPG
Slash Line: .516/.000/.661

Skal Labissiere is an athletic forward that has good mobility. On defense, he’s going to be able to rotate over and block shots. He will protect the rim and use his athleticism to rebound.

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    • Labissiere, 20, is selected ninth overall by the Toronto Raptors in DE’s mock draft. Labissiere will bring a good offensive game that features a mid-range jumper and a post hook. He needs to improve in attacking the basket and putting the ball on the floor.

    His rebounding potential is high when he fills out his body and adds strength. His length and athleticism are a good base, but he needs to get stronger to fulfill his potential.

    Defensively, he is athletic enough to defend athletic forwards, but he also has the size to defend at the center position. He will likely get more playing time at center once he adds more strength.

    Labissiere’s athleticism and length makes him an interesting prospect with high upside. There isn’t an aspect of his game that he excels at, but he has great potential as he matures.

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