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2018 NBA Draft Combine: Day 2 impressions

By Connor Harr

CHICAGO, IL - MAY 17: A detailed view of the draft combine logo during Day One of the NBA Draft Combine at Quest MultiSport Complex on May 17, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
CHICAGO, IL - MAY 17: A detailed view of the draft combine logo during Day One of the NBA Draft Combine at Quest MultiSport Complex on May 17, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /
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Scrimmage disappointments: Tony Carr, PG — Penn State

Tony Carr really struggled early on in his game. Like most point guards in college basketball this season, Jevon Carter’s intense and high-level defense was just too much for him. Carr barely played after his early struggles, and I am not sure if he played at all in the second half.

Carr’s name was getting a lot of draft buzz after a phenomenal NIT Tournament. Even though Carr is a quality talent, I’m not quite sure where he fits in as a player if he’s not a lead guard. His struggles with Carter indicate he will struggle with high-level defenders as a lead guard.

Brian Bowen, SG/SF — South Carolina 

After being deemed ineligible for his freshman season at Louisville, Bowen received a combine invite, mainly because he was a high-level recruit. Bowen did not look ready for five-on-five at all. The game as a whole just looked too fast for him both offensively and defensively. This led to a lot of turnovers and poor defensive possessions. It was a disappointing debut for the former McDonald’s All-American.

Shake Milton, SG — SMU

Shake really struggled in his first game at the combine. He was called upon early to be a heavy-usage handler for his team and it was clear he was not comfortable in that role. He really struggled to generate anything offensively, missed open shots and was responsible for too many turnovers. Overall, I think this poor performance brought up a red flag with Shake: Is he really a combo guard? Does he have enough speed, shiftiness, or change of pace with his dribble to consistently get into the lane and create?

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Tyus Battle, SG — Syracuse

It was hard to tell if Tyus Battle was even playing most of the game, and I’m not unfamiliar with what he looks like. Similar to Shake, Battle’s performance is really the only other one that leaves me with questions. Most importantly: How efficiently can Battle score in a low-usage role? If he passes up open 3s to just pound the ball into the ground like yesterday, that is not a good sign at all.

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