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2020 Draft Prospect | Rokas Jokubaitis

swraight2 — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 23:32:20 +0000

2020 Draft Prospect | Rokas Jokubaitis swraight2 Fri, 06/19/2020 - 19:32

About Rokas Jokubaitis

Rokas Jokubaitis is considered to be one of the most talented and promising point guards coming out of Lithuania in the last few years. Consecutive strong showings in 2017 at the Adidas Next Generation tournament in Kaunas, Lithuania and at the Basketball Without Borders European Camp in Israel, where he won the MVP award, brought attention to his game. In January 2018, being part of the second team of Zalgiris Kaunas, Rokas got the opportunity to showcase his skills against LaMelo and LiAngelo Ball in the first game of their Lithuanian adventure. He led the game in scoring with 31 points, leaving no doubt who was the best player on the floor. In May 2018, the Lithuanian point guard made his pro debut with Zalgiris in the domestic league in a win over Pieno Zvaigzdes, recording six points, two rebounds and two assists.

A constant member of all youth national teams of Lithuania, he finished fourth in assists (5.6) at the 2019 FIBA U19 World Cup, as Lithuania came up short in the third-place battle against France. In the last few seasons, playing for Zalgiris, the left-handed point guard gained the trust of his head coach Sarunas Jasikevicius, thanks to a great work ethic and understanding of the game.

Jokubaitis possesses good size for a point guard standing at 6-foot-4 to go along with a well-developed strong body and long arms and athleticism, allowing him to absorb contact when driving to the basket. Rokas has the potential to be an elite passer thanks to his great court vision, tight handle and impressive understanding of the game. He’s a great facilitator in pick and roll plays, showing natural passing instincts and is able to drive and dish.
Jokubaitis has a left-handed, soft touch to go along with quick release and nice rotation on his shot. He possesses a very good mid-range game thanks to a nice blend of good footwork, creativity and shifty handle. He uses the glass well when driving down the hoop. He could expand his 3-point range, but possesses the tools and the upside to be a reliable and consistent threat from long distance. He primarily relies on his left-hand dribble to set up driving offense, which make him a bit vulnerable. Creative off the dribble, he can create his own shots due to his good footwork, hesitation moves and ball-handling skills. He could improve his right-hand dribble.

Defensive Analysis

He is active and provides toughness on the defensive end, showing a good stance to go along with nice footwork and quick hands. He sees things early to help and anticipates well, running through passing lanes, coming up with deflections.
The lack of elite athleticism might hurt his stock. The Lithuanian guard needs to work on his lateral quickness and overall defensive performance, as he might have issues guarding quick and explosive backcourt players at the next level.

Career Highlights

Helped Lithuania to the silver medal at the 2016 U16 European Championships, recording 10.0 points, 2.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game.
Won the Basketball Without Borders European Camp MVP (2017).
Helped U18 Zalgiris Kaunas win the 2017 Adidas Next Generation tournament in Kaunas, Lithuania, averaging 15 points, 3.8 rebounds and 8.3 assists per game.
In the 2018-19 season earned the Best Young Player award playing in the NKL (the second-tier Lithuanian league), averaging 13.2 points, 5.1 assists, 3.4 rebounds in close to 25 minutes of action.

2019-20

In the summer of 2019 played at the FIBA U19 World Championships as Lithuania finished fourth. He averaged 11.3 points, 3.1 rebounds and 5.6 assists.
On February 24, 2020, made his debut with the Lithuanian senior national team, recording 7 points, 6 assists and 3 boards in close to 23 minutes of action in a win over the Czech Republic.
Started in nine of his 19 games in the Lithuanian League this season, averaging 7.4 points, 2.1 rebounds and 2.7 assists over 17.3 minutes of playing time per contest.
In 10 Euroleague games with Zalgiris Kaunas he averaged 2.2 points, 0.5 rebounds and 1.3 assists over 6.3 minutes per game, shooting 3-for-6 on 3s.

Strengths

Has a high level of court intelligence and competitive spirit
Very smart and effective in pick and roll plays
Great court vision and passing instincts
Has the potential to be a reliable 3-point shooter
Has very good mid-range game

Personal

Born in Mazeikiai, a city in the northwestern Lithuania with a population of less than 50,000. It’s the largest city in Lithuania that does not have its own county.
His likes watching Kyrie Irving’s game

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Scouting report provided by Carl Berman and Simeon Marinov of NetScouts Basketball

Height

6-4

Weight

194

Birthdate

11/19/2000

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Position

Point Guard

College / Club Team

Zalgiris Kaunas (Lithuania)

Status

Int'l Draft Eligible

Country

Lithuania

Year

2020

2020 Draft Prospect | Arnas Velicka

swraight2 — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 23:03:49 +0000

2020 Draft Prospect | Arnas Velicka swraight2 Fri, 06/19/2020 - 19:03

About Arnas Velicka

Arnas Velicka has been a standout for Lithuania’s youth national teams at FIBA events. The crafty Lithuanian point guard has participated in six FIBA events out of which he’s been able to bring home four medals (two silver and two bronze) and was named to All-Tournament Team three times. His lethal 3-point buzzer-beater against Russia in a quarterfinal at the 2016 U18 European Championships, won him the top play of the tournament award. His solid performance with the national teams at the youth level, allowed him to sign a deal with Zalgiris Kaunas in 2015, playing for the second team.

In July 2016, he moved to Barcelona to join its second team, competing in the second-tier Spanish league, LEB Oro. He was loaned for one season to Lietkabelis, a first division Lithuanian team in February 2017. In the next season Velicka went back to Zalgiris Kaunas but was loaned out again, this time to Tartu Ulikool, playing in the Latvian-Estonian Basketball League. There Velicka averaged 19.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 5.6 assists, starting in all of his 28 games, earning himself a deal with CBet Prienai of the Lithuanian League.

Velicka possesses good size for his position standing at 6-foot-4 to go along with a strong upper body and good quickness. He sees the court exceptionally well, being able to slice the defense with his tight handle and find the open man on the perimeter, showing his impressive passing ability. He has very good organizational skills, not afraid of taking the responsibility in clutch moments.
He can create separation and space thanks to his good ball-handling skills, showing a nice mid-range game, but Velicka needs to get more consistent with time and reps, as his stroke from deep is not reliable at this stage of his career (32-for-110 last season). He’s a very effective creator off pick and roll plays thanks to his great passing instincts and high basketball IQ. He is an aggressive driver, not shying away of hard contact, being able to absorb them thanks to his well-developed upper body.

Defensive Analysis

He has quick feet and active hands, allowing him to come up with steals and deflections. He sees things early to help, but could improve his defensive intensity, not taking plays off.
He has good rebounding instincts, being a plus rebounder given his size and position. Could work on his man-on-man defense, being more active, but has the needed physical tools to improve.

Career Highlights

Played at the Basketball Without Borders European camp (2016), winning the MVP award and at the Basketball Without Borders Global Camp (2017)
Named to the Euroleague 2016 Adidas Next Generation Tournament Finals All-Tournament Team, averaging 16.7 points, 6.0 rebounds and 5.0 assists.
Led the 2016 FIBA U17 World Cup in assists (4.7) to go along with 12.1 points, helping Lithuania to the bronze medal. He was named in the All-Tournament Team.
Led the 2017 U18 European Championships in assists (6.4) to go along with 15.3 points and 7 boards a game, guiding Lithuania to the bronze medal and being named in the All-Tournament Team.

2019-20

At the 2019 U20 European Championships in Israel, he led his team in scoring (16.4) and led the event in assists (6.6) in close to 29 minutes of action.
Started in 21 of his 24 games with CBet Prienai in the top Lithuanian League this season, averaging 12.2 points, 3.2 boards and 4.7 assists in close to 27 minutes of playing time per contest.

Strengths

Great court vision and passing skills
Great understanding of the game
Very smart and effective in pick and roll plays
A plus rebounder for his size and position
Not afraid of clutch moments

Personal

During his time with the second team of Barcelona his special mentor was Tyreese Rice, an American point guard with a long career in Europe and a Euroleague champion (2014).

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Scouting report provided by Carl Berman and Simeon Marinov of NetScouts Basketball

Height

6-4

Weight

192

Birthdate

12/10/1999

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Position

Point Guard

College / Club Team

CBet Prienai (Lithuania)

Status

Int'l Draft Eligible

Country

Lithuania

Year

2020

2020 Draft Prospect | Tadas Sedekerskis

swraight2 — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 22:56:18 +0000

2020 Draft Prospect | Tadas Sedekerskis swraight2 Fri, 06/19/2020 - 18:56

About Tadas Sedekerskis

Tadas Sedekerskis is a versatile Lithuanian forward who started playing for the third-division Lithuanian team Kursiai Neringa at age 13. The next year he joined the second-division Klaipedos Nafta-Universitetas, and after a strong showing at the 2013 U16 European Championships, he inked a deal with the Euroleague powerhouse Baskonia in Spain. He made his pro-debut in the ACB league at the age of 17 in a win against Joventut Badalona. In 2015 and 2016 he won back-to-back medals (bronze and silver) at the U18 European Championships, being one of the leaders of his team.

Sedekerskis started the 2017-18 season on a loan to San Pablo Burgos in the ACB League, but due to limited playing time, he spent the greater part of the season in the Lithuanian League, playing for Nevezis, and also played for them in EuroCup games. Last season he spent on loan to another Lithuanian team (Neptunas Klaipeda), splitting playing time between the domestic league and the Basketball Champions League.

Sedekerskis possesses good size and a solid frame for his position standing at 6-foot-9 to go along with a nice blend of a versatile skill set and good deal of athleticism. He can play above the rim, runs the court hard, being active in transition plays. Displays a high basketball IQ, good court vision and ball-handling skills for his position.
Sedekerskis is a versatile forward who can score the ball in a variety of ways. He is more of a catch-and-drive and catch-and-shoot type of player, an aggressive straight-line slasher and active cutter, showing long strides and good leaping ability. He demonstrates good ability to finish plays close to the basket, posting up his opponent thanks to his good footwork and nice touch. He needs to become more consistent from long range with time and reps.

Defensive Analysis

A competitive and willing defender, he puts a lot of effort and fight on that end of the court. He provides size, length and toughness, has good timing and is a good help defender.
The Lithuanian forward is a very solid and engaged rebounder, showing good anticipation around the basket. Displays good recovery speed to block/contest shots off of drives. Given his good mobility and nice length, Sedekerskis might be able to guard multiple positions at the next level.

Career Highlights

Played at the 2014 Jordan Brand Classic, scoring 12 points and grabbing 10 boards.
Led his team in rebounds (7), helping Lithuania to the bronze medal at the 2015 U18 European Championships, adding also 12.6 points per game.
Helped Lithuania to the silver medal at the 2016 U18 European Championships where he was named in the All-Tournament Team, recording 14.5 points and 10.2 rebounds per game.
Played at the 2017 Nike Hoop Summit, recording four points and four rebounds in 19 minutes of action.

2019-20

In July 2019, Kirolbet Baskonia loaned him to Neptunas Klaipeda for the 2019-20 season.
Started in 22 of his 24 games in the Lithuanian League this season, averaging 8.3 points, 5.4 boards and 1.7 assists over 24.2 minutes per game.
In 14 Basketball Champions League games with Neptunas Klaipeda he averaged 4.6 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists over 20.2 minutes of action.
In one game with Baskonia in the Spanish ACB league he scored five points, grabbed five rebounds and added three assists in 30 minutes of playing time.

Strengths

Has a high basketball IQ and good court vision
Very good cutter
Engaged rebounder
Has the potential to be a reliable spot-up shooter
Good size for his position, allowing him to play/guard multiple positions

Personal

One of his basketball idols is Mirza Teletovic, a Bosnian former professional basketball player who spent six seasons in the NBA

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Scouting report provided by Carl Berman and Simeon Marinov of NetScouts Basketball

Height

6-9

Weight

223

Birthdate

01/17/1998

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Position

Power Forward

College / Club Team

Kirolbet Baskonia (Spain)

Status

Int'l Draft Eligible

Country

Lithuania

Year

2020

2020 Draft Prospect | Louis Olinde

swraight2 — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 22:46:23 +0000

2020 Draft Prospect | Louis Olinde swraight2 Fri, 06/19/2020 - 18:46

About Louis Olinde

When you think about an ideal small forward in the NBA, to start, you would likely look for height plus wingspan. Louis Olinde fits that mold. In 2016, at the age of 16, he was invited to the Top 100 NBA camp in Charlottesville, Virginia. Immediately after, he signed a 4-year deal and played his first professional minutes with Brose Baskets Bramberg. In the German BBL, Olinde has become a key role player, starting 18 of 21 league games while also gaining experience in the Eurocup this season. Early in the year, he had a memorable performance when he sank five 3-pointers to total 21 points to go along with 12 rebounds, and four assists in a victory over MBC. His continued development earned him a spot on the German national team competing for the 2021 FIBA Eurobasket Qualifier. He is a player who could emerge as a 3-and-D combo forward.

In addition to Olinde’s height of 6-foot-9 and weight of 191 pounds, he boasts an impressive +4 wingspan. He is an average athlete who plays under control and is not prone to turning the ball over. Olinde’s game mostly revolves around spotting up for the 3-pointer or filling the lanes in transition looking for easy buckets. Occasionally, he makes opportune cuts and pursues the offensive rebound for timely putbacks. He does struggle with finishing strong at the rim, especially if any contact is made. If he can increase his ability to drive and attack the hoop strong, he will inevitably draw more fouls to get to the line.
Olinde’s shooting form is solid with a smooth follow through, but he needs to quicken his catch and release. He can shoot off the dribble with a nice mid-range pull up and can knock down the open three. He is not aggressive attacking the hoop. However, he manages to take advantage of times he is open by using his height to lift and release over smaller defenders. With his 3-point shot leaving room for improvement, it is a good sign that he performs well from the free throw line. Analytics show a likelihood that his percentage will eventually increase from the perimeter.

Defensive Analysis

Olinde’s length makes it difficult for opponents trying to score off the dribble. In order to be a top tier defender, he needs to work on his lateral quickness.
Olinde elevates nicely, keeping his arms high when shooters try to draw the foul. Also, he is an aggressive rebounder at both ends.

Career Highlights

Helped his team win the 2016 Albert Schweitzer U18 tournament in Germany by averaging 6.6 points and 5.0 rebounds.
Averaged 9.4 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.6 assists as Germany placed 5th at the 2017 FIBA U19 World Championships.
Helped Germany to a Bronze medal at the 2018 FIBA U20 European Championships by averaging 7.3 points and 7.0 rebounds.

2019-2020

Played 21 games in the BBL averaging 23.3 minutes per game, 6.8 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.0 blocks while shooting 42.3% overall, 32.8% on 3s and 90% on free throws.
Appeared in 14 Basketball Champions League games averaging 5.5 points and 4.8 rebounds in 23.2 minutes per game. He shot 28.2% from the field and 17.4% on 3-pointers

Strengths

Uses length and size to affect shooters
Developing the ability to knock down open 3-pointers
Effective rebounder at both ends of the floor

Personal

His father, Wilbert Olinde, was part of UCLA’s 1975 NCAA Basketball Tournament Championship team.

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Scouting report provided by Carl Berman and Chad Mart of NetScouts Basketball

Height

6-9

Weight

191

Birthdate

03/19/1998

Headshot

Position

Small Forward

College / Club Team

Brose Baskets Bramberg (Germany)

Status

Int'l Draft Eligible

Country

Germany

Year

2020

2020 Draft Prospect | Nenad Dimitrijevic

swraight2 — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 22:27:21 +0000

2020 Draft Prospect | Nenad Dimitrijevic swraight2 Fri, 06/19/2020 - 18:27

About Nenad Dimitrijevic

Point guard Nenad Dimitrijevic displays true character and determination on the basketball court with his relentless effort and playmaking ability. His athletic aptitude is average when it comes to explosiveness and leaping ability, but he makes up for it through his command of the game. While playing in the LIGA ACB for a third consecutive season with Joventut Badalona, he has put up solid numbers in scoring and assists. As a North Macedonia native, he has also gained international experience playing on the national team. He has consistently shown his instinctive ability to know when to attack and score as opposed to facilitating to a teammate.

Two particular performances standout this season: against Nanterre when he poured in 23 points and dished out five assists, and another against Burgos when he scored 17 points and added 10 assists. The combination of his competitive nature and drive shows promise for his overall game improving year after year.

At 6-foot-2, 180 pounds, Dimitrijevic is slightly undersized for a typical NBA point guard but he has a high basketball IQ and game-changing presence. He excels at staying in control under pressure and maintaining a live dribble in isolation or pick and roll situations. This allows him to use his eyes to shift the defense, thus providing time for teammates to cut to open spots on the floor. He can make every pass on the court with extreme precision including the pocket pass, lob, or kick out. His refined footwork allows him to create separation for a jumper in the paint and he can maneuver up and under to finish around the basket. He displays solid ball handling but, at times, he can be careless, resulting in uncharacteristic turnovers.
His quick release and solid mechanics enable him to get his shot over defenders. Inside the perimeter, Dimitrijevic shot 64.5% this past season on two-pointers in Eurocup games, demonstrating a consistent shot and inventive finishes at the rim. Dimitrijevic does need to continue to increase his 3-point shooting percentage off the bounce.

Defensive Analysis

Dimitrijevic is a high-motor defender who works hard to fight over on ball screens. At times, he struggles in keeping up against quicker point guards.
He generates steals with his gritty play and positions himself correctly as a helpside defender.

Career Highlights

Averaged 20.6 points, 8.6 assists, 6.1 rebounds and 2.9 steals while competing at the U18 Division B European Championships in 2016.
Played in 35 games for Joventut Badalona in Liga Endesa in the 2018-19 season averaging 5.4 points and 2.0 assists.
Starting point guard for the North Macedonian National Team, scoring 15 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists in their first game of the 2021 FIBA Eurobasket Prequalifier.

2019-2020

Played 25 games in Liga Endesa, the top league in Spain, with Joventut Badalona averaging 19.1 minutes, 8.8 points and 3.4 assists while shooting 47.2% overall, 28.3% on 3-pointers and 88.9% (40-of-45) on free throws.
Appeared in 15 Eurocup games for Joventut Badalona averaging 11.9 points and 3.9 assists in 20.4 minutes. He shot 54% from the field including 32.4% on 3-pointers

Strengths

Playmaker in pick and roll situations as the primary ball handler
The ability to finish creatively in the paint and around the basket
Displays poise as a game manager

Personal

Played for the junior and senior North Macedonian National Teams since 2013

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Scouting report provided by Carl Berman and Chad Mart of NetScouts Basketball

Height

6-2

Weight

180

Birthdate

02/23/1998

Headshot

Position

Point Guard

College / Club Team

Joventut Badalona (Spain)

Status

Int'l Draft Eligible

Country

North Macedonia

Year

2020

2020 Draft Prospect | Yam Madar

swraight2 — Sun, 31 May 2020 03:14:58 +0000

2020 Draft Prospect | Yam Madar swraight2 Sat, 05/30/2020 - 23:14

About Yam Madar

Yam Madar is a quick and shifty Israeli point guard who amazes with his great passing and handle. He started his pro career in June, 2018, signing a four-year deal with Hapoel Tel Aviv. A month later, Madar recorded a strong performance at the U18 European Championships Division B with the Israeli national team. But the 2019 U20 European Championships was the event where he shined at, having a remarkable all-around showing, teaming with likely high lottery pick Deni Avdija to help Israel to the gold medal. Madar led the event in assists and was the second-best scorer for his team.

Coming off a perfect summer, Madar enjoyed a bigger role playing with Hapoel Tel Aviv in the Israeli league in the 2019-20 season, started in six games, and doubled most of his stats from the prior season.

Madar possesses good size for his position at 6-foot-3 to go along with an electrifying quickness and developing frame. He is a quick decision maker who has great court vision and ball-handling skills, playing lower and wider with his feet. He makes his teammates better with his excellent play-making ability. He’s a great passer who often surprises the fans with his quick and sharp dimes.
Able to create shots easily thanks to a good combination of speed and handle, Madar has a repertoire from mid-range, using floaters, runners, pull-up jumpers and spin and turn around shots. Driving down the lane, he can finish nicely off the glass, using either hand and is not afraid of taking hard contact. He has room to get more consistent from the three-point line with experience and time.

Defensive Analysis

Displays very active and quick hands on the defensive end of the floor, coming up with steals. Madar needs to add strength to be more effective in defending stronger opponents down the lane and to keep improving his defensive presence on the floor.

In 21 games in the Israeli league last season, Madar contested the perimeter well, limiting his opponents to 23-for-69 makes from long distance. He has the potential to be a good man-on-man defender thanks to his quickness, active hands and competitive spirit.

Career Highlights

In July 2018, played at the U18 European Championship Division B with the Israeli national team, averaging 11.4 points, 3,3 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.8 steals.
In September 2018, made his debut in a FIBA Champions League qualifying round game against Spirou Charleroi, recording 15 minutes of playing time off the bench.
In 2018-19 season, Madar played 32 games with Hapoel Tel Aviv in the Israeli league, averaging 2.8 points, 1.0 rebound and 1.0 assist in 9.7 minutes of action.

2019-20

Won the gold medal at the 2019 U20 European Championships, was named to the All-Tournament Team and averaged 15.9 points, 3.1 rebounds, 7.7 assists and 1.4 steals.
In 32 games for Hapoel Tel Aviv in the top Israeli league he averaged 10.1 points, 3.4 assists and 2.4 rebounds over 24.0 minutes per game.
On July 13, 2020 he scored a career-high 28 points, shooting 11-for-17 from the field, including 3-of-4 three-pointers, and added three assists in 42 minutes of playing time.

Strengths

Excellent passer with a great handle
Quick decision maker
Has great court vision
Has very good mid-range game
Capable 3-point shooter

Personal

Started playing basketball at age of three
His father, Zohar, is a former mayor of Beit Dagan
Likes watching Kyrie Irving, Damian Lillard and Trae Young

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Scouting report provided by Carl Berman and Simeon Marinov of NetScouts Basketball

Height

6-3

Weight

180

Birthdate

12/21/2000

Headshot

Position

Point Guard

College / Club Team

Hapoel Tel Aviv (Israel)

Status

Int'l Draft Eligible

Country

Israel

Year

2020

2020 Draft Prospect | Terry Armstrong

swraight2 — Sun, 31 May 2020 01:39:03 +0000

2020 Draft Prospect | Terry Armstrong swraight2 Sat, 05/30/2020 - 21:39

About Terry Armstrong

Terry Armstrong is an electric, high-flying shooting guard who chose a different path than most. He finished his high school career for Bella Vista (AZ) Prep, averaging 22 points per game against strong competition. After being heavily recruited, Armstrong committed to the University of Arizona where he would have joined three potential first round picks, Nico Mannion, Zeke Nnaji, and Josh Green. However, he ultimately signed with the South East Melbourne Phoenix of the National Basketball League in Australia.

His first year playing professionally did not turn out the way many would have thought as he struggled to find time on the court, mostly coming off the bench at the end of games in garbage time. Although his stats are limited, he remains a young talent, with a high ceiling, and he has spent the past year gaining first-hand experience of what it takes to play professionally.

Armstrong displays good size for a two-guard at 6-foot-6 with a 6-foot-9 wingspan. He glides up and down the court with ease, especially in transition. He is a scorer first and an adequate ball handler. He is able to generate his own shot, mostly using a crossover before elevating for a jumper or attacking the basket with authority. However, he is over reliant on his tendency to drive with his dominant right hand. By adding a hesitation dribble to his repertoire, he could stop on a dime, attack right, pull up, cross left, or even have the option to spot a teammate open for a pass to score.

When shooting, Armstrong has a high extension and release making it difficult for most players to contest or block his shot. In high school, Armstrong demonstrated his ability to score in bunches and at all three-levels on the court. He needs to get more comfortable in half-court sets, including knowing when, and where to cut while looking for his shot.

Defensive Analysis

Defensively, Armstrong has decent footwork and the size to defend the '2' or '3' positions as his length can be disruptive to shooters. He needs to improve on his physicality and lateral quickness in stopping penetration.
He has great timing and leaping ability to grab the rebound, and occasionally blocks shots from the help side.

Career Highlights

In the summer of 2018 in the Nike EYBL he averaged 20.4 points while shooting 49.4% from the field.
Ranked 41st in the class of 2019 on ESPN after averaging 22.1 points per game in his senior season.
In 2019 signed professionally to play with South East Melbourne of the Australian National Basketball League

2019-20

Played 8 games in the NBL with South East Melbourne and only averaged 2.3 minutes per game while scoring only two total points and attempting only two total shots from the field.
A foot injury kept him sidelined for several games

Strengths