Minnesota Timberwolves: 5 reasons why Justin Patton was a good pick

Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Justin Patton (Creighton) is introduced by NBA commissioner Adam Silver as the number sixteen overall pick to the Chicago Bulls in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

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Feb 22, 2017; Omaha, NE, USA; Creighton Bluejays center Justin Patton (23) drives against Providence Friars forward Emmitt Holt (15) at CenturyLink Center Omaha. Providence defeated Creighton 68-66. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Highly skilled

There is a reason Justin Patton is so skilled offensively. Patton was 6’2″ during the start of his freshman season in high school. By the start of his sophomore season he was 6’9″. Not being a big man your entire life has some positives. He is now a big man who has many skills of a guard.

He dribbles well, passes well and can knock down an open shot. In fact he made over half of his three-point attempts at Creighton. He only took 15 three-point shots, but making eight makes that an impressive stat for a center. That is a part of his game hey might develop to stretch the floor. In the video below you will see his skill in action.

1. Ballhandling and body control
2. Speed and Transition

Timberwolves got a steal in Justin Patton. He is a gaurd in a 7 footer's body. pic.twitter.com/Biom7RJ5oQ
— Ant 4 MVP (@QB_vision) June 23, 2017

Patton used his ball handling to take the defender to the basket. That ability will force defenders to respect him with the ball in his hands. He will be able to drive by them if they do not play him tough.

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Justin Patton is a great addition to the Minnesota Timberwolves. His impact will be felt immediately off the bench. He is a young, big, athletic center that will play a big role for the Minnesota Timberwolves next season.

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