Mackenzie Mgbako Scouting Report
Shot-makers with size and defensive versatility are one of the hottest commodities for NBA teams. Indiana freshman Mackenzie Mgbako fits the profile, but what else does he offer? Find out more below!
Draft profile and offensive package
A reliable jumper is a must-have for almost every NBA player, and with over a historic high 34 three-point attempts per game in the last four seasons, the signs are there it will continue to matter more and more. Therefore, it’s a given that NBA teams will continue to invest in their shooting depth, end depending on the intangibles offered outside of the shooting, the price goes up to the lottery.
Mackenzie Mgbako is an interesting prospect when it comes to the above-mentioned because the jumper is his unique selling point. He has a beautiful high release and has shown consistency with his form in a high volume during his career so far. However, the mentioned “intangibles” is the keyword in this scouting report.
The first major sign of contributing immediately at the next level is his shooting gravity. Mgbako has various ways of getting to his shots. Whether it’s by actively cutting, him coming off of screens, or creating separat…
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