Justin Patton Scouting Report

Measurables: 6’11”, 7’3” wingspan, 229 lbs, 19.9 years old

Strengths

Extremely high-efficiency finisher – 81% at rim
Slight flashes of stretch game – 8-15 from 3
Great size and reach to be anchor eventually – #4 standing reach at combine with 9’3.5”
Very good rim runner, naturally finds space near rim
Agile lob target in transition or as roller
Very nimble roller, big hands/keeps ball high
Gets to lobs near rim that defense can’t reach
Agility helps him closing out – tons of upside switching onto guards
High energy player who will fly around the floor on defense
Good hands on D – 1.9 STL%
Understands value of his reach – clogs passing lanes
Has big-time flashes as a rim protector – athleticism and reach to be a superb shot blocker
Better passer than most raw bigs – 8.5 AST% – smart in high post
Growing confidence on 3 point line when left open – solid mechanics
Budding off-dribble game – workable handle
Faceup flashes – workable jumper, agile drives against bigs
Budding post game that relies on touch+agility should translate

Weaknesses

Struggles as a 2 point scorer outside rim area – 33%
Poor rebounder for his size – 13.8 TRB%
Very bad free throw shooter – 52% – mechanics need improvement
Needs to add a lot of strength on both ends – not particularly fond of contact on offense (3.9 FTA/40)
Not physical at all on either end
Why doesn’t energy show up on boards?
Pushed around far too easily near rim
Most of his offense is just flashes at this stage
Weak base on boards
Shies away from contact protecting rim/boxing out
Overly jumpy on D, still developing understanding of verticality
Just not all that tough on defense
Poor defensive discipline – easily faked out, fouling issues
Makes a lot of dumb plays on both ends
Plays outside his role at times on O

Overall

Patton flashed a lot of offensive promise at Creighton this year, but he needs to add a lot to his game to become a solid NBA player. His biggest issue is his lack of physicality all over the court, as he consistently shied from contact, and it hurt him most as a rebounder and defender. He also needs to develop his understanding of the game more, as he doesn’t have a ton of high-level basketball under his belt. While his skill set develops, he has a lot of skill as a roll man and shot blocker, and offers promise thanks to his big motor and size. However, if he can never shake his lack of toughness, it’s going to be tough for him to be an effective player.

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