[PS4] NBA 2K15 Fictional Draft Class - Create your own player!

[jpshua15]

NBA 2K15 FICTIONAL DRAFT CLASS PROJECT

Hi, and welcome to the 3rd edition my project for NBA 2K15 for PlayStation 4. Now renamed "Fictional Draft Class", the goal remains the same: to make a draft class that is more realistic for MyLEAGUE rather than the randomly generated ones by default. Instead of making real players (who are actually in college, high school, etc.), I want to make a custom, fantasy draft class with created players. I invite all of you to fill out an application and create your own prospect. There will be multiple draft classes and you do not have to use them in order (ex: 2015 class, then 2017 class. You can hop around the years because they're fake). This will be a lot like what the draft classes are like in Madden's Connected Franchise mode, so feel free to add a storyline for your player(s), too.

To create a player, just fill out an application, which can be found later in this post. By submitting your player via the Google Form, it allows me to organize the players better than ever before. You may notice that there are different tiers. These are used to stick to the realistic idea to make sure that there is an even ranking of prospects. The higher the tier is, the higher the draft stock of the player is. Tiers like A and B have less spots and therefore can't accept as many prospects as the other tiers, so if you want to guarantee that your player makes it, either make him a lower tier or suggest that when you fill out the application.

*Downloading information*
(Enter it exactly as it is)

PSN: shuab15
2015/#1: Fictional DC 1 (2015)
2016/#2:
2017/#3:
2018/#4:
2019/#5:

*NEW* Google Form Application

Filling out an application just got a whole lot easier. Follow the link and fill out the application as you normally would, but it's much smoother now and makes it 10x easier for me to read them all. Also, it gives me room to add pictures, videos, more customization, etc.


Here's the embedded version, in spoilers to reduce space:

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Alternatively, here's the old school way (not recommended):

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------- APPLICATIONS -------
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If I decline your application, I'll give you a reason why and you can fix it.
If you're confused with the application, read all the info above!


Application (Copy and Paste)

First Name:
Last Name (preferably something the announcers can pronounce):
School/From:
Birthdate (MM/DD):
Class (freshman, soph, etc.):
Position:
2nd Position:
Play Style:
Number:
Left or Right Handed:
Motivation (money/winning/playing time/loyalty, etc.):

Draft Tier (A,B,C, etc.):
If filled up, would you rather have your player move down a tier or to the next class? (preferably down a tier):
Current NBA Player Comparison:


Height:
Weight:
Wingspan (scale of 1-5, 1 being the shortest, 3 being average):
Shoulder length (1-5):
Body length (1-5):

*note: this will updated as soon as customization details are released, so give a general description*
Skin Tone (1-5, 1 being the lightest):
Hair Style & Color:
Facial Hair?:
Tattoos:
Picture? (would really help, optional):


Any specific gear?:
Shoes/brand:

5 Strengths of Play Style:
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5 Weaknesses of Play Style:
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Any injury concerns? (right knee, left elbow, etc.):
Any funny or cool animations you want me to include?:
Player's Story (optional):

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The lettered list gives a basic idea of what tier the player belongs in.

A- Top 5 Pick (70-80 overall)
B- Lottery Pick (67-75 overall)
C- Mid-Late First Round Pick (63-72 overall)
D- Early-Mid Second Round Pick (58-66 overall)
F- Late-Second Round Pick/Undrafted (Under 62 overall)

{ } <---- these indicate the creator of the player

They're in spoiler tags because the lists are massive now

Draft Class #1/2015

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(90 Players)
A- Byron Austin: 6'7" All-Around SG/SF from Northwestern {jpshua15}
A- Lavoy Bradley: 6'8" Athletic SF/PF from Fresno St. {ZephyrZ23}
A- Darren Wilkins: 6'4" All-Around PG/SG from Ohio St. {kd_aka_mvp35}
A- Brandon Landry: 6'11" Defensive PF/C from Florida {dragonmonkeyface}
A- Andre Jenkins: 6'1" All-Around PG/SG from UNLV {turty11}
B- Jeremy Early: 6'9" Scoring SF/SG from Arizona {DMTS}
B- Mark Freeman: 6'6" Athletic SG/SF from Auburn {StayPlation}
B- Marquis Fields: 7'0" Athletic C from Kentucky {jpshua15}
B- Dante Myers: 6'6" Scoring SG/SF from Baylor {KDurant35}
B- Hakeem Olamendi: 6'9" Back-to-Basket PF/C from Houston {ElPanandero}
B- Dave Baker: 5'11" Pass First PG from Germany {ElPanandero}
B- Jalen Alexander: 6'7" Scoring SF/PF from Pittsburgh {isdatyt}
B- Brandon Koetze: 6'11" Faceup PF/C from Wisconsin {supersplashbros}
B- Kris Reese: 6'5" Defensive PG/SG from Villanova {jpshua15}
C- B.J. Daniels: 6'6" Scoring SF/SG from Maryland {BDaniels20}
C- Wilson Reyes: 6'5" Defensive SG/PG from The Philippines {RapboY}
C- Thomas King: 6'2" Pass First PG from Finland {janmagn}
C- Trey Rodgers: 6'3" 3pt Specialist SG from UNCC {Leaf}
C- Donald Burke: 6'4" 3pt Specialist SG/SF from West Virginia {Kaz23Golf}
C- Amit Brown: 6'3" All-Around PG from Israel {DatIsraeliGuy}
C- Sean Dixon: 6'2" Scoring PG/SG from Fresno St. {Squidwerd}
C- Jeremy Marquis: 6'6" 3pt Specialist SF/SG from South Alabama {jeremym480}
C- Zac Poleon: 6'9" Defensive PF/SF from Gonzaga {oulzac}
C- Oscar Bennett: 6'8" All-Around SF/PF from Baylor {jpshua15}
C- Darius Webb: 6'2" All-Around PG from Kentucky {jpshua15}
C- Mason Love: 6'10" Faceup PF/C from UCLA {KDurant35}
C- Dru Wesley: 6'7" Rebounding PF from Ohio State {jpshua15}
C- Bernard Benjamin: 6'11" Defensive C from Auburn {MarvellousOne}
C- Cameron Reed: 6'3" Scoring SG/PG from Mercer {jpshua15}
C- Ryan Cooper: 6'8" All-Around SF/PF from Wisconsin {jpshua15}
D- Tyravious Lock: 7'3" Athletic C from Compton {Leaf}
D- Jay Slaughter: 6'10" Athletic PF/SF from Texas {turty11}
D- Terrence Graham: 6'6" Athletic SG/SF from Kentucky {jpshua15}
D- Daniel Ramsey: 6'1" All-Around PG from Canada {Quigley2324}
D- Sun Hu: 7'2" Rebounding C from China {ElPanandero}
D- Lance Wallace: 6'9" Athletic PF/C from Northern Colorado {RapboY}
D- Josh Robinson: 6'9" Athletic SF/SG from Texas Tech {caneswag907}
D- Phillipo Anderson: 7'1" Rebounding C from Brazil {Harryrb}
D- Tommy Cole: 7'5" Rebounding C from Detroit {Squidwerd}
D- Randall Webster: 6'8" All-Around PF/C from Virginia {jpshua15}
D- Kyle Anders: 6'6" All-Around SF/SG from St. Francis {oulzac}
D- Ramon Warren: 6'10" All-Around PF/C from Ohio State {jpshua15}
D- Jimmy Summers: 6'2" 3pt Specialist SG/PG from Duke {Baxter98}
D- Randy Gieger: 6'6" Athletic SG/PG from Harvard {DoATreFlip}
D- Serge Olajuwon: 6'10" Athletic PF/C from Sudan {LakerPride}
D- Daniel Birch: 6'8" Point Forward SF/PF from UCLA {ElPanandero}
D- Dwyane Cooper: 6'11" Faceup PF/SF from New Mexico {marlatt90}
D- Nate Quinn: 6'4" 3pt Specialist SG from Wisconsin {jpshua15}
D- Henry Pope: 6'5" Scoring SG/PG from Wisconsin {ElPanandero}
D- Thomas Hammond: 6'2" Pass First PG from Australia {Neon-Drifter}
F- Jerome Mack: 6'5" Defensive SF/SG from Xavier {jpshua15}
F- Lamar Wilson: 6'3" Defensive SG/PG from Boise St. {Moss44}
F- Josh Holland: 6'0" Scoring PG from Baylor {RapboY}
F- Karl Miles: 6'10" Rebounding PF from Utah {MarvellousOne}
F- Paulo Gibiati: 6'9" Defensive C from Italy {ElPanandero}
F- Landry McGee: 6'9" Back-to-Basket PF/C from Miami {DatIsraeliGuy}
F- Adonte Lawson: 6'2" All-Around SG from Alabama {dragonmonkeyface}
F- Trey Davis: 5'11" Scoring PG from South Alabama {LakerPride}
F- Tyrone Connor: 6'10" All-Around PF from Kentucky {Moss44}
F- Hans Harris: 6'3" Defensive SG/PG from Purdue {ElPanandero}
F- John Hayes: 7'0" Athletic PF/SF from Duke {Squidwerd}
F- Dion Willis: 6'9" Rebounding C/PF from Michigan {BDG}
F- Derrick Manning: 5'8" Scoring PG from Oregon {The_Afro_Boy}
F- Ezekiel Hayes: 6'9" Faceup PF/SF from Idaho {caneswag907}
F- Joe Hunter: 6'7" 3pt Specialist SG/SF from Cal Poly {Anthony292}
F- Jerry Joseph: 6'9" Athletic PF/SF from Duke {NEWJERSEYBALLER}
F- Sean Brand: 7'0" Faceup PF/C from Texas {marbles1991}
F- Ryan Realmuto: 6'7" Rebounding PF from Nebraska {Moss44}
F- Dionte Jacobs: 6'11" Defensive C from Canada {vick4realz}
F- Petar Petrovic: 6'6" Athletic PG/SG from Montenegro {ElPanandero}
F- Vladimir Kalmenko: 6'10" Faceup PF/C from Ukraine {ElPanandero}
F- Cam Loeb: 6'0" All-Around PG from Northwestern {camL17}
F- Alexander Graham: 6'9" Defensive SF/PF from Australia {ElPanandero}
F- Thad Morey: 6'6" All-Around SF/PF from Boston College {jpshua15}
F- Prince Parish: 6'9" Faceup PF/SF from Cincinnati {jpshua15}
F- Dynarious Allen: 6'5" Rebounding C/PF from New Mexico {jpshua15}
F- Angel Nwangbu: 6'11" Athletic PF/C from South Sudan {jpshua15}
F- Luka Janovcik: 6'8" All-Around SF/SG from Latvia {jpshua15}
F- Cory Lamb: 6'2" All-Around SG/PG from Richmond {jpshua15}
F- Jarron Adams: 6'4" 3pt Specialist SG from Alabama St. {LakerPride}
F- Jarren Adams: 6'4" Pass First PG from Alabama St. {LakerPride}
F- Blake Ballard: 6'10" Defensive PF/C from Montana {jpshua15}
F- Jeremy Moore: 6'9" Faceup PF from NC State {jpshua15}
F- Simon Wise: 6'3" All-Around PG/SG from North Carolina {jpshua15}
F- Barthalmeou Hassan: 6'1" Pass First PG from Israel {ElPanandero}
F- Richard Legg: 6'8" Slashing SF/SG from England {ElPanandero}
F- Greg Chalmers: 7'0" Defensive C from Mercer {ElPanandero}
F- RaeShaun Smith: 6'8" Athletic SF/PF from Detroit {jpshua15}
F- Carter Maxwell: 6'10" Rebounding PF from Harvard {Anthony292}
F- Manuel Rodriguez: 6'4" Athletic SG/PG from Argentina {ElPanandero}
F- Koda Kozlov: 7'5" Defensive C from Bosnia {jpshua15}
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Draft Class #2/2016

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A- Mauricio Afolabi: 7'2" All-Around C from Congo {jpshua15}
A- Lincoln Matthews: 5'11" Athletic PG/SG from Creighton {dragonmonkeyface}
A- Dominique Fitzgerald: 6'10" All-Around PF/C from Kentucky {mcw23}
A- Cameron Cousins: 6'10" Scoring SF/PF from Duke {cam1017}
A- Akeem Joseph: 6'5" All-Around SG/SF from St. John's {Squidwerd}
B- Ricky Reeves: 6'4" Scoring SG/PG from Florida {jpshua15}
B- Antonio Silva: 7'0" All-Around C from Brazil {TonGunne}
B- Wizard Kelly: 6'9" Scoring SF/PF from Kansas {sportzbro}
B- Justin Cash: 6'6" Scoring SG/PG from Kentucky {jpshua15}
B- Troy Leuer: 5'7" Pass First PG from Wisconsin {bigtk78}
B- Wes Shepard: 6'9" Rebounding PF/C from Florida {supersplashbros}
B- Ravon Bell: 6'5" Athletic SG/PG from VCU {mcw23}
B- Lance Lee: 7'1" Defensive C from Michigan {Spectro}
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C- Kyle Carrington: 6'7" Athletic SF/PF from Penn State {Moss44}
C- Moses Williams: 6'6" All-Around SG/SF from Alabama {LakerPride}
C- Marcus Hammel: 6'7" Defensive SF/PF from Morehead State {hlsw22}
C- Christopher Bennett: 6'5" 3pt Specialist SG/SF from Kentucky {Crystar500}
C- Adrian Hines: 6'8" Athletic SF/SG from Texas {MarvellousOne}
C- Dito Jones: 6'3" Pass First PG/SG from France {nddot}
C- Joseph Brickowski: 6'10" Back-to-Basket PF/C from Wisconsin {marlatt90}
C- Jerome Campbell: 6'7" Athletic SG/SF from Florida {Qargo}
C- Omar Law: 6'10" Athletic PG/SF from Italy {CPfromGV}
C- Hezi Joyce: 6'11" Back-to-Basket C/PF from Duke {Hizkijah}
C- B.J. Austin: 6'3" 3pt Specialist SG from Indiana {marlatt90}
C- JoJo Larkin: 6'7" Defensive SF/SG from Miami (OH) {marlatt90}
C- Joan Amaral: 6'9" Faceup PF/C from France {jpshua15}
C- Nick Ireland: 6'6" Scoring SG/SF from Notre Dame {Jtex23}
C- Ben Cook: 6'4" All-Around SG/PG from Eastern Kentucky {ben_d_cook}
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D- Jerome Johnson: 6'7" Athletic PF/C from Northwestern {Squidwerd}
D- John Anderson: 6'10" Rebounding PF/C from Australia {A_Person}
D- Braeden Griffin: 6'1" Athletic PG from UCF {BraedenG33}
D- Avery Lucas: 6'10" All-Around PF/C from Virginia Tech {Anthony292}
D- Derek Thornton: 6'7" Athletic SF/SG from UNC-Charlotte {NCoffey}
D- E.L. Splue: 6'3" Slashing SG/PG from Ohio State {Bucknut7}
D- Royce Creed: 6'5" Athletic SG/PG from Argentina {Anthony292}
D- Sebastian Lindsey: 6'3" Athletic SG/PG from UCLA {SupaSwagga22}
D- Patrick Horstbrink: 6'0" Pass First PG from Germany {horsti1211}
D- Fernando Pergher: 7'0" Faceup PF/C from Duke {Fernand126}
D- Cody Franklin: 6'11" Back-to-Basket PF/C from NDSU {96CFrank}
D- Ruben Sledge: 6'6" Rebounding from Manhattan {Ward13}
D- Joe Silvani: 5'11" Scoring SG/PG from England {jsilv11}
D- Andre Hopkins: 6'9" Athletic SF/PF from UCLA {vick4realz}
D- Flash Johnson: 6'7" Slashing SF/SG from Cal State {Anthony292}
D- James Stanley: 6'7" Scoring SF/PF from TAMU-Corpus Christi {Jtex23}
D- Danny Duncan: 6'9" Rebounding PF/SF from Colorado {dannydank240}
D- Jerome Carter: 6'10" Defensive PF/C from Kentucky {RapboY}
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F- James Jennings: 6'1" All-Around PG/SG from Alabama {jpshua15}
F- Preston Carlisle: 6'10" All-Around PF/C from Pepperdine {Ward13}
F- Felicia Johnson: 5'11" Pass First PG from Baylor {Crystar500}
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F- Kevin Little: 7'2" Defensive C from Rutgers {cleve07103}
F- Abel Vega: 6'7" Scoring SG/SF from Spain {ElPanandero}
F- Drew Wilson: 6'0" Defensive PG from Florida {1999jackd}
F- Larry Matthews: 6'11" All-Around C/PF from Kentucky {RapboY}
F- Charles Butler: 6'1" All-Around SG/PG from Santa Clara {Wederneme}
F- Evan Evans: 6'5" Defensive PF from SDSU {Moss44}
F- Cory Bennett: 5'4" Pass First PG from Cal Poly {Anthony292}
F- Abraham Johnson: 6'8" Scoring SF/PF from Kansas {ElPanandero}
F- Darren Webster: 6'2" Defensive PG from San Jose State {LakerPride}
F- Etienne Granger: 6'10" All-Around PF from France {Acim1234}
F- Cvetan Mrdakovic: 6'5" Scoring SG/SF from Serbia {jpshua15}
F- Terrence Baker: 6'10" All-Around SF/PF from Hartford {RapboY}
F- Jorge Mutombo: 7'5" Defensive C from Chile {LakerPride}
F- Rahiib Shalaab: 7'1" Faceup C from India {Moss44}
F- Sasha Jermic: 6'3" Pass First PG/SG from Russia {ElPanandero}
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Draft Class #3/2017

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A- Emmanuel Green: 6'9" All-Around PF from Arizona {jpshua15}
A- Anthony Hunter: 6'8" Athletic SF/PG from UCLA {Anthony292}
A- Cecil Stone: 6'7" Scoring SG/PG from Duke {ElPanandero}
A- Kazuki Ishiyama: 6'8" All-Around SF/SG from Japan {mcw23}
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B- Ellis Reese: 6'0" Athletic SG/PG from Temple {rapidshot}
B- Sasa Bilic: 7'2" Defensive C from Serbia {Jtex23}
B- Manny Fresh: 6'7" Athletic SG/SF from Canada {PoolofKoolaid}
B- Cameron Walker: 6'4" Scoring SG/PG from Kentucky {LakerPride}
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C- Chris Reese: 6'10" Scoring PF from Villanova {rapidshot}
C- Oliver Ryans: 6'8" All-Around PF/SF from Auburn {Skyler97}
C- D.J. Haden: 5'11" Scoring SG/PG from Georgia St. {vick4realz}
C- Justice Caraway: 6'8" Athletic SF/SG from Auburn {Ward13}
C- Matthew Robinson: 6'10" Defensive PF/C from SDSU {KittyApoc}
C- Earl Lochsurry: 6'9" Athletic SF/PF from Kentucky {DonTony}
C- Tyler Crawford: 6'11" Faceup PF/C from Michigan {1999jackd}
C- Josh Jewell: 6'8" Athletic SF/SG from Kentucky {Scvllp}
C- Derrick Frazier: 6'0" Athletic PG from Virginia Tech {DC Fraz}
C- Barry Archer: 6'10" Athletic SF/PF from Congo {rafilicious}
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D- Nate Brady: 7'3" All-Around C from Notre Dame {Anthony292}
D- Cory Woods: 6'8" All-Around SF/PF from Providence {jpshua15}
D- Charles Karnowski: 6'2" All-Around PG/SG from Richmond {joeSDL}
D- Kazumi Kiroko: 5'9" Pass First PG from Japan {rapidshot}
D- Emanuel Stephenson: 6'8" All-Around PF/SF from Delaware St. {Crystar500}
D- Chester Simpson: 6'11" Defensive C from Delaware St. {Crystar500}
D- Markevious Jones: 7'6" Athletic C from Washington {yung_nipz}
D- Terrence Malone: 6'10" Rebounding PF/C from LSU {jpshua15}
D- Xi Chen: 6'9" Scoring SG/SF from China {Acim1234}
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F- Shaun Taylor: 6'7" 3pt Specialist SF/SG from Delaware St. {Crystar500}
F- Ricky Powell: 6'5" All-Around SG/PG from Delaware St. {Crystar500}
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Draft Class #4/2018

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A- Xavier Stone: 6'3" Scoring PG/SG from Michigan {trefies}
A- Cleveland Flowers: 6'7" All-Around PG/SG from Temple {cleve07103}
B- Jakobi Ford: 5'10" Scoring PG/SG from Delta State {Anthony292}
B- Jackson Hayes: 6'7" 3pt Specialist SG/SF from Georgia Tech {Skyler97}
B- Joshua Furr: 6'8" Athletic PF/SF from Duke {JJFur29}
B- Alexis Chamberlain: 6'7" Slashing SF from Kentucky {Ward13}
B- Devon Cherry: 6'6" Athletic SF/SG from Indiana {Nukleopatra}
B- Jermaine Jennings: 6'11" Defensive PF/C from Georgetown {joeSDL}
B- Harlee James: 6'8" Athletic SF/PG from Ohio State {harlee23}
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C- Jay Powers: 6'9" All-Around SF from Germany {Crystar500}
C- Al Bayless: 6'4" Defensive SG/PG from Oregon {Crea8vity}
C- Walter Abernathy: 5'8" Pass First PG from Boston College {Moss44}
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Draft Class #5/2019

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A- Quincy Calloway: 6'11" All-Around C/PF from UCLA {lakers24}
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B- Blake Taylor: 6'6" Scoring SG/SF from UCLA {BraedenG33}
B- Martin Hutchinson: 6'4" Scoring SG/PG from Oregon State {DC Fraz}
B- Kendall Jones: 6'5" Scoring SG/PG from Syracuse {vick4realz}
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[jpshua15]

Draft Class #1/2015 Preview

TOP PROSPECTS

Byron Austin


(Recycled from 2K14; will be updated come 2K15)

Read the preview here:

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Info:



Measurements:

Height (shoeless): 6'6.25"
Listed height: 6'7"
Listed weight: 225
Wingspan: 6'11"
Vertical: 38in

Current Position: SG/SF
NBA Position: SG/SF
Possible: SG/PG

Best Case: Tracy McGrady
Worst Case: Jimmy Butler
Draft Projection: 1st Overall

Analysis:

It seems like scouts can't stop talking about Byron Austin, who has been hyped up to be one of the best pure prospects in the last 10 years.

Byron Austin was only 6'0" his junior year of high school but still received offers as a 4-star recruit. When he grew to 6'6" his senior year, he got offers from top-tier programs such as Duke, Michigan State, etc., but ultimately decided to go to his father's alma mater: Northwestern.

When asked about his decision, he said:

"I grew up a fan of the purple and white ... I don't think there's another team I could play for. I'll turn this program around in one year and contend for a championship."

Many scouts were wondering that if he wanted to win so badly, why choose Northwestern?

"For me, playing basketball comes down to two things: winning and turning up. I'm almost always turnt, so my focus is definitely on winning. I'm also super competitive and I think this will be a nice challenge for me. I can handle it."

As you can see, Byron has quite the personality as well.

Byron had a very successful season for Northwestern, breaking the school record for points, assists, and blocks in a single season. He even carried the team to the Final Four, beating the number 1 seeded rival Ohio State along the way. They would eventually go on to lose, but Byron increased his already high draft stock.

Byron Austin projects to be the 1st overall selection in the upcoming draft, and it really isn't even close.


Grades:

Size: Great
Athleticism: Good
Strength: Good

Shooting: Good
Finishing: Great
Handling: Average
Passing: Good
Defense: Great

NBA Ready: Great
Potential: Great
Intangibles: Great

Darren Wilkins

{coming after release date}

Read the preview here:

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Measurements:

Height (shoeless): 6'3.25"
Listed height: 6'4"
Listed weight: 215
Wingspan: 6'8"
Vertical: 40in

Current Position: PG
NBA Position: PG
Possible: PG

Best Case: John Wall
Worst Case: Tony Wroten
Draft Projection: Top 3

Analysis:



Grades:

Size: Good
Athleticism: Great
Strength: Great

Shooting: Average
Finishing: Great
Handling: Great
Passing: Good
Defense: Good

NBA Ready:Good
Potential: Great
Intangibles: Good

Lavoy Bradley

Brandon Landry

Andre Jenkins


NOTABLE PROSPECTS

For the prospects who just missed the "Top Recruits" cut ...

Jeremy Early - 6'9" 215 SF/SG - Arizona

Comparison: Giannis Antetokounmpo
Strengths: Great size and length for a wing ... superb athlete ... has good shooting mechanics ... fantastic ball handler for his size ... solid court vision ... can play multiple positions ... potential is through the roof.
Weaknesses: Very raw ... not the best defender ... isn't aggressive on the boards despite size ... very thin, needs to add strength ... needs to go for more blocks on defense rather than fouling.
Analysis: Top 10 - Very good kid and has a tremendous work ethic. Isn't quite there yet but has the potential to be a very special player in this league.

Mark Freeman - 6'6" 215 SG/SF - Auburn

Comparison: J.R. Smith
Strengths: Great athleticism and physical tools for an NBA SG ... quick first step and explosion to the rim ... elite dunker ... very good shooter on spot-ups and off the bounce ... can create a shot out of nothing ... has the handles of a PG.
Weaknesses: Isn't a very passionate defender ... can get a little wild sometimes with the ball ... isn't very efficient offensively ... settles for too many "long 2s" ... decision making is questionable ... not a great free throw shooter ... no post game.
Analysis: Top 10 - Missed most of his freshman season with a broken arm, but came back and brought Auburn to its first Final Four birth while averaging 25pts along the way.

Hakeem Olamendi - 6'9" 250 PF/C - Houston

Comparison: Al Jefferson
Strengths: A highly skilled post player ... has a wide variety of post moves, fakes, shots ... has the strength on the low block to play both the 4 & 5 ... a quality passer for a big ... good at finishing with both hands ... high IQ offensive weapon.
Weaknesses: Limited by his lack of quickness and athleticism ... a streaky shooter outside of 15 feet ... doesn't have much of a handle ... gets lost on defense ... fails to rotate at times ... low defensive upside.
Analysis: Top 10 - An old school big man who models his game after Hakeem and Kareem. In a league where skilled big men are hard to come by, he could prove to have tremendous value.

Kris Reese - 6'5" 185 Defensive PG/SG - Villanova

Comparison: Shaun Livingston
Strengths: A freakishly big point guard ... 6'5" with a 7'0" wingspan and huge hands ... shoots over defenders, even bigs ... can take normal sized PGs down in the post ... has serious lockdown defensive potential ... alters shots with length ... a pest in the passing lanes ... moves his feet on D ... solid offensive skillset.
Weaknesses: Isn't much of a shooter at this stage ... has mechanics down but can't hit many shots ... not the most explosive athlete ... doesn't create much space with his handle ... a bit careless with the ball ... throws some lazy passes ... still very raw all-around.
Analysis: Lottery - It may have been best for Kris to stay in college another year. However, he has elite two-way potential, and is only 19 years old. Could see his stock rise come draft day.

Marquis Fields - 7'0" 240 C - Kentucky

Comparison: DeAndre Jordan
Strengths: Outstanding size and build ... amazing athlete ... very long arms ... elite shot blocker ... solid rebounder ... great at putback slams ... huge target for lob passes ... lots of potential.
Weaknesses: Failed to live up to expectations ... not a skilled player offensively ... can't shoot outside of 7 feet ... not disciplined defensively ... can get too hot-headed at times ... some off-the-court issues ... bad basketball IQ ... questionable work ethic.
Analysis: Lottery - Was one of the most highly rated and hyped player of his class. Came to Kentucky his freshman year and failed to capitalize. Has various red flags surrounding him, but the potential is there.

Jalen Alexander - 6'7" 226 SF/PF - Pittsburgh

Comparison: Carmelo Anthony
Strengths: One of the top scorers in the draft ... can hurt you from inside and outside ... great range on his shot ... excels at establishing post position ... has various post moves and jab steps to create space ... has some guard skills.
Weaknesses: Not the greatest defender ... doesn't crash the glass as much as he should ... a bit undersized ... struggles to finish through contact & length ... doesn't convert a high % of free throws ... average athlete.
Analysis: Lottery - A talented, versatile offensive player who can hurt you in a variety of ways. Has some injury concerns but could be deadly as a 6th man early on.

Dante Myers - 6'6" 220 Scoring SG/SF - Baylor

Comparison: Arron Afflalo
Strengths: A natural scorer but a versatile player all-around ... can finish through contact ... likes to create his own shot ... great court vision ... good rebounder for his size ... potential star.
Weaknesses: A poor defender ... struggles containing penetration ... gets lost on defense sometimes ... doesn't force turnovers on D ... good athlete but not all that explosive.
Analysis: Lottery - A very versatile guard who can score with the best of them but is a very skilled and willing passer. Has to shore up some things on the defensive end but a talented player.

Brandon Koetze - 6'11" 252 All-Around PF/C - Wisconsin

Comparison: Pau Gasol
Strengths: A big bulky finesse big man who plays both inside and out ... can stretch the defense out to the 3-point line ... has many creative post moves and finishes ... a gifted passer for a big ... good rebounder ... great touch around the rim ... continues to be more aggressive and keep improving.
Weaknesses: Not a bad athlete but isn't the quickest or the most mobile ... gives effort but simply isn't much of a defender ... prone to being too passive and "soft" at times ... isn't all that explosive ... can settle for too many jumpers.
Analysis: Lottery - One of the most improved players in the nation. Had a disappointing freshman year but came back a more physical and consistent player. Lead Wisconsin to a deep postseason run and won the award for the tournament's Most Outstanding Player.

Dave Baker - 5'11" 165 Pass First PG - Germany

Comparison: Ricky Rubio
Strengths: A gifted passer who is always getting his teammates involved ... sees openings that nobody else can ... a gritty, shutdown on-ball defender ... racks up the steals ... has a nice floater ... impressive athlete.
Weaknesses: Size is small even for high school standards ... only 5'11 165 pounds ... struggles with his jumpshot, especially from 3 ... isn't a threat off-the-ball ... gets lost when he has to chase his man around on D ... can't create shots for himself.
Analysis: Lottery - Baker is an unselfish team-first player, but sometimes that hurts his own play. He simply has to become a better shooter or he risks becoming a bust, especially since he's very undersized to begin with.

Cameron Reed - 6'3" 185 Scoring SG/PG - Mercer

Comparison: Kemba Walker / Jimmer Fredette?
Strengths: A talented scorer with a knack for hitting tough shots ... great shooter ... can take players one-on-one ... gets to the foul line ... good pull-up jumper ... clutch performer ... decent defender ... good athlete ... unique improvisation skills.
Weaknesses: Undersized for a 2-guard ... not much of a passer ... a shooting guard in a point guard's body ... doesn't have much length ... inefficient at times ... gets lost on defense ... questions if he can finish over NBA players ... not an explosive athlete to make up for shortcomings ... fear that his college success won't transfer over.
Analysis: Mid-Late 1st - One of the most well known players in sports. Reed has had as many clutch shots and memorable games as any player in college history. Lead Mercer all the way to the Elite 8 where they lost to Wisconsin. Questions surround him about whether his elite scoring ability translates to the pros. A college basketball legend who will bring the media everywhere with him, but not necessarily a locker room distraction himself. Somebody will reach for him on draft day, but projects to be taken around the 16-24 range.




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B.J. Daniels - 6'6" Scoring SF/SG from Maryland
Jeff Green - A very talented scorer & athlete. Can be a black hole on offense and doesn't have the greatest ball handling. Goes weak to the rim sometimes.

Wilson Reyes - 6'5" 220 Defensive SG/PG - The Philippines
Thabo Sefolosha - An intense defender with great range, but simply lacks the athleticism to be drafted higher. Has potential to be a great "3D" player down the line.

Thomas King - 6'2" 190 Pass First PG - Finland
Ricky Rubio - Isn't much of a shooter, but great at dishing and getting his teammates involved. A solid defender and has some rebounding and post skills.

Trey Rodgers - 6'3" 180 3pt Specialist SG - UNC-Charlotte
J.J. Redick - A fantastic shooter who is also a team oriented player. Doesn't have good athleticism but will give maximum effort on both ends of the court.

Donald Burke

Amit Brown

Sean Dixon

Jeremy Marquis

Zac Poleon

Mason Love - 6'10" 253 Faceup PF/C - UCLA
Channing Frye - Younger brother of Kevin Love, has tremendous range and could potentially be a useful stretch 4. Also a fantastic rebounder, like his brother.

Ryan Cooper - 6'8" 218 All-Around SF/PF - Wisconsin
Chandler Parsons - A solid all-around player who has a knack for helping teams win. Has a "good not great" kind of skill set and considered by many to be a sleeper in this draft.

Darius Webb - 6'2" 180 All-Around PG from Kentucky
Mike Conley Jr. - A very solid southpaw point guard who can shoot, pass the ball, and hit some floaters. However, he is too passive on the court and isn't much of a vocal leader.

Oscar Bennett - 6'8" All-Around SF/PF from Baylor
Marvin Williams - A versatile combo forward who plays good defense, rebounds the ball, and can shoot the 3. Doesn't have much star potential but projects to be a solid role player.

Dru Wesley - 6'7" 235 Rebounding PF - Ohio State
Kenneth Faried - A high energy player who doesn't have many offensive skills. One of the top rebounders in the country; should contribute right away to a contender.

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Tyravious Lock
Jay Slaughter
Terrence Graham
Daniel Ramsey
Sun Hu
Lance Wallace
Josh Robinson
Phillipo Anderson
Tommy Cole
Kyle Anders
Ramon Warren
Jimmy Summers
Randy Geiger
Serge Olajuwon
Daniel Birch
Lamar Wilson
Nate Quinn
Henry Pope
Thomas Hammond
Dwyane Cooper
Josh Holland
Karl Miles
Landry McGee
Adonte Lawson
Trey Davis
Tyrone Conner
Hans Harris
John Hayes
Dion Willis
Derrick Manning
Ezekiel Hayes

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Mauricio Afolabi

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Measurements:

Height (shoeless): 7'1.25"
Listed height: 7'2"
Listed weight: 265
Wingspan: 7'10"
Vertical: 34in

Current Position: C
NBA Position: C
Possible: C

Best Case: Wilt Chamberlain
Worst Case: Dwight Howard
Draft Projection: 1st Overall

Analysis:

When your worst case scenario is "Dwight Howard", you know you're something special.

Mauricio Afolabi is a 7'1" center (7'2" in shoes) with a 7'10" wingspan. At that size, he can touch the rim simply by going on his tippy toes. The man is massive. He's one of the strongest young players we've seen, weighing in at 265 pounds. And he isn't too bad of an athlete either; he posted a 34 inch vertical at the Nike Hoop Summit.

He was born in the Congo, but moved to his father's native country Italy when he was 7 years old (and 5'3"). He started playing basketball at around the age of 13, where he was immediately moved up within various feeder programs. Mauricio was still dominating against players significantly older than him, and it was only a matter of time before word got out.

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Grades:

Size: Great
Athleticism: Good
Strength: Great

Shooting: Good
Finishing: Great
Posting skills: Good
Passing: Average
Defense: Great

NBA Ready: Great
Potential: Great
Intangibles: Great

Lincoln Matthews

Dominique Fitzgerald

Cameron Cousins

Akeem Joseph


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Garry Lewis

Antonio Silva

Joshua Adams

Ricky Reeves

Justin Cash - 6'6" 188 SG/PG - Kentucky

Comparison: Nick Young
Strengths: Very good size for a 2-guard ... lights-out shooter ... can come off screens, spot up, create his own shot ... exceptional athlete ... plays above the rim ... fantastic handles ... has some fancy finishes ... known for his clutch play.
Weaknesses: Horrific shot selection ... frequently takes step-back 3s and fadeaways ... a black hole on offense ... only looks for his own shot ... isn't motivated to play defense ... needs to put on some weight ... doesn't play within the flow of the offense ... a coach's nightmare on the court.
Analysis: Lottery - A very high-profile, charismatic personality; a funny guy. He loves to shoot, to say the least. But boy ... he can be very clutch. He broke down in tears when Kentucky lost. He's all about the moolah and decided to come back to develop his "swag" and increase his earning potential. Got suspended for violation of team rules and missed parts of 2016, but showed up big for the tournament. A top-5 talent, but has many question marks.

Troy Leuer

Lance Lee

Moses Williams

Brandon Smith


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First Name: Kevin
Last Name (preferably something the announcers can pronounce): Henderson
School/From: UCLA
Birthdate (MM/DD): 07/11/1992
Class (freshman, soph, etc.): Sophomore
Position: PF
2nd Position: SF
Play Style: Rebounding
Number: 96
Left or Right Handed: Left
Personality type (laid back, neutral, etc.): Expressive

Draft Tier (A,B,C, etc.): Low B/Top C and move him to 2016.
If filled up, would you rather have your player move down a tier or to the next class?: (not an option until October 7th)
Current NBA Player Comparison: Boris Diaw with much better rebounding and better defense, but worse shooting.


Height: 6 ft 8 in
Weight: 230 lbs
Wingspan (scale of 1-5, 1 being the shortest, 3 being average): 4
Shoulder length (1-5): 3
Body length (1-5): 3

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Skin Tone (1-6, 1 being the lightest): 5
Hair Style & Color: Long Shave & Blonde
Facial Hair?: Some similar to Facial Hair 23 or 21
Picture? (would really help, optional): Something similar to Head 22 with brown eyes


Any specific gear?: Padded arm sleeve on left arm
Shoes/brand: Nike Zoom Hyperrev

5 Strengths of Play Style:
1. Rebounding
2. Defense
3. Passing
4. Strength
5. IQ

5 Weaknesses of Play Style:
1. Shooting
2. Athleticism
3. Height
4. Post skills
5. Ball handling

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Player's Story (optional): Grew up in the tough areas of LA where he grew up his love for basketball. Was notorious for his off-court antics during the college season, and picked up a lot of technicals during for his complaining to the refs and his aggression. Very competitive player, and is unique for his top passing skill at his position and great rebounding and defense.