STRENGTHS

Good size, strength and frame for an NBA wing
NBA caliber ahleticism; Fluid and agile
Can attack close outs on straight line drives using his quick first step
Capable shooter; especially on the move
Looks to score on off the ball motion plays
Decent pull up jumper off the dribble
Solid passing instincts
Defined NBA role

AREAS TO IMPROVE

Ball handling
Inconsistent/streaky shooter
Inefficient shooting percentages as a freshman
Played on a bad team
Turnover

SUMMARY

Aaron Nesmith is coming off a solid freshman campaign where he averaged 11 points per game and 5.5 rebounds.

Nesmith has the positional size and athleticism NBA teams look for in a 3 & wing. He's a capable shooter from 3 (59 3 pointers on 33.7% FG) and is at his best on off the ball motion plays. He's a decent passer and can attack close outs on straight line drives to the rim using.

Nesmith is off to a big start in his sophomore season, averaging 26.7 points, 6 rebounds per game on 62% shooting. He' shooting a blistering 56.7% (17-30) from 3 with most of his attempts coming off pin downs and down screens. I'm expecting a huge jump in production this season and believe Nesmith will be a 1st round pick next June.

Rafael Barlowe - November 16, 2019