Dylan Harper Jr.

Dylan Harper Jr.

Player: Dylan Harper Jr.

Age: 18

Position: PG

NBA Position: PG/SG

Team: Rutgers (10-9)

Stats: 19.3pts, 5.1reb, 4.3ast, 2.3tov, 48.8%FG, 34.1%3pt

Player Comparison(s): James Harden, Luka Doncic, Tyrese Haliburton

Ideal Draft Team(s): Toronto Raptors, Brooklyn Nets, San Antonio Spurs

Dylan Harper Jr. - Strengths:

Pick-and-Roll Play

• Harper thrives in the pick-and-roll. He sees the game at all levels—whether it’s making the easy pass, threading the needle, or looking to get his own. In addition the the "easier" skills, Harper Jr. possesses the ability to shoot off screens, although he doesnt do it in a high volume way, this elite skill will be actualized in the modern NBA.

Control

• Harper’s ability to control the game is elite. He gets to his spots effortlessly, dictates the tempo, and plays at his own pace.

Willingness to Play Off-Ball

• Harper’s off-ball willingness is a rarity for a top draft prospect playing the Point Guard position. It raises his floor as a player, ensuring that even if he doesn’t develop into a ball-dominant superstar, his ability to transition into a valuable role player makes him a safe pick.

Dylan Harper Jr. - Weaknesses:

Intent Off Ball

• While Harper is a willing off-ball player, he sometimes lacks the intent to become a true scoring or playmaking threat without the ball .

On-Ball Defense

• Though not a glaring weakness, his on-ball defense needs improvement to reach championship-level performance.

Competitiveness

• Harper tends to turn it on when necessary rather than maintaining consistent intensity, which could raise questions about his competitiveness over a full season. Although this isn't going to drop his draft stock, this could be a seprator from his peers.

Dylan Harper Jr. Summary:

Dylan Harper is an elite playmaker who shoots the ball effectively in various ways, whether off the dribble or catch-and-shoot. He possesses countless unteachable attributes that set him apart as a prospect. Harper’s versatility and skill set allow him to fit seamlessly into any NBA system, making him a highly adaptable and safe pick for any team. If you want to question is teams winning percentage please look at the pieces around him.

Dylan Harper Jr. Prospect Rating: 85.7/100

• Playmaking: 100/100

• IQ: 94/100

• Shooting: 80/100

• Scoring: 80/100

• Off Ball: 75/100

• On Ball: 95/100

• Defense: 70/100

• Impact: 85/100

• Potential: 93/100