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2016 NBA Mock Draft: Updated Upside Comparisons

By Maxwell Ogden

NASHVILLE, TN - MARCH 11: Ben Simmons #25 of the LSU Tigers waits to rebound the ball during the game against the Tennessee Volunteers during the quarterfinals of the SEC Basketball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena on March 11, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
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Mar 13, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Tyler Ulis (3) interacts with SEC commissioner Greg Sankey after winning the championship game of the SEC tournament against Texas A&M Aggies at Bridgestone Arena. Kentucky Wildcats won 82-77. Mandatory Credit: Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 13, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Tyler Ulis (3) interacts with SEC commissioner Greg Sankey after winning the championship game of the SEC tournament against Texas A&M Aggies at Bridgestone Arena. Kentucky Wildcats won 82-77. Mandatory Credit: Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports /

93. <strong>Ultimate Upside Comparison:</strong> Isaiah Thomas<br /> <strong>Safe Upside Comparison:</strong> Ty Lawson<br /> <strong>Age:</strong> 20 (1/5/1996)<br /> <strong>Height, Weight, Wingspan:</strong> 5’10”, 149 pounds, 6’2”<br /> <strong>Slash Line:</strong> .434/.344/.856<br /> <strong>Season Averages:</strong> 36.8 MPG, 17.3 PPG, 7.0 APG, 3.0 RPG, 1.5 SPG, 1.6 3PM <p><strong>Key Strengths</strong></p> <ul> <li>Outstanding floater.</li> <li>Responsible and effective playmaker. Assist-to-turnover ratio of 3.50.</li> <li>Fearless shooter with deep 3-point range.</li> <li>Controls the pace of a game.</li> <li>Works hard defensively. Makes plays in the passing lanes.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Weaknesses</strong></p> <ul> <li>Undersized at 5’10”.</li> <li>Weighs 149 pounds. For perspective, Isaiah Thomas is 185 and Nate Robinson is 180.</li> <li>Obvious defensive limitations.</li> <li>Struggles to finish in the paint against bigger defenders.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Analysis</strong></p> <p>The Philadelphia 76ers’ need for a point guard has been greatly alleviated by the selection of Ben Simmons. Nevertheless, Philadelphia owns two of the past three selections, and thus, it must weigh its options at the position.</p> <p>At the very least, Tyler Ulis can be a floor-spacing asset who takes care of the ball and competes without relent.</p> <div class=. Point Guard. Kentucky Wildcats. Tyler Ulis . 26. player

Ulis is undersized at 5’10” and 149 pounds, but he’s one of the best playmakers in this draft class. He posted an obscene assist-to-turnover ratio of 3.5 this past season, averaging 7.0 assists to just 2.0 turnovers as Kentucky’s primary ball-handler and facilitator, and No. 2 scorer.

It stands to reason that, if nothing else, Ulis can provide a responsible pace to the 76ers’ offensive attack.

Aside from their similar size and build, Ulis plays a style that’s comparable to Boston Celtics point guard Isaiah Thomas. He’s not afraid to pull up and shoot from extreme distances, is crafty around the basket, and is a genuinely solid facilitator.

There’s not much in-between for a 5’10” point guard; it’s either extreme highs or polarizing lows. Ulis projects closer to the former.

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Tyler Ulis

Point Guard, Kentucky Wildcats

Philadelphia 76ers
Philadelphia 76ers /

Ultimate Upside Comparison:

Isaiah Thomas

Safe Upside Comparison:

Ty Lawson

Age:

20 (1/5/1996)

Height, Weight, Wingspan:

5’10”, 149 pounds, 6’2”

Slash Line:

.434/.344/.856

Season Averages:

36.8 MPG, 17.3 PPG, 7.0 APG, 3.0 RPG, 1.5 SPG, 1.6 3PM

Key Strengths

  • Outstanding floater.
  • Responsible and effective playmaker. Assist-to-turnover ratio of 3.50.
  • Fearless shooter with deep 3-point range.
  • Controls the pace of a game.
  • Works hard defensively. Makes plays in the passing lanes.

Key Weaknesses

  • Undersized at 5’10”.
  • Weighs 149 pounds. For perspective, Isaiah Thomas is 185 and Nate Robinson is 180.
  • Obvious defensive limitations.
  • Struggles to finish in the paint against bigger defenders.

Analysis

The Philadelphia 76ers’ need for a point guard has been greatly alleviated by the selection of Ben Simmons. Nevertheless, Philadelphia owns two of the past three selections, and thus, it must weigh its options at the position.

At the very least, Tyler Ulis can be a floor-spacing asset who takes care of the ball and competes without relent.

Ulis is undersized at 5’10” and 149 pounds, but he’s one of the best playmakers in this draft class. He posted an obscene assist-to-turnover ratio of 3.5 this past season, averaging 7.0 assists to just 2.0 turnovers as Kentucky’s primary ball-handler and facilitator, and No. 2 scorer.

It stands to reason that, if nothing else, Ulis can provide a responsible pace to the 76ers’ offensive attack.

Aside from their similar size and build, Ulis plays a style that’s comparable to Boston Celtics point guard Isaiah Thomas. He’s not afraid to pull up and shoot from extreme distances, is crafty around the basket, and is a genuinely solid facilitator.

There’s not much in-between for a 5’10” point guard; it’s either extreme highs or polarizing lows. Ulis projects closer to the former.

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