In contrast to Fox, Smith is more likely to be available when we pick at 8. Of course one never knows how he'll impress in his workouts. He could move back up the boards. Since I've already stated my reservations about Smith in other threads, I won't go over them again. Like Fox, Smith is a freak athlete without the length of Fox. And unlike Fox, he's already a good shooter off the dribble, which of course, with his ball handling, translates into being able to create his own shot.
You don't dare go under a screen with Smith or you'll pay. And while he shot just under 36% from the three, which isn't great, but is respectable enough, to where you have to guard him. Given his good form, there's no reason to believe he won't get better once in the NBA. Aside from his jump shot, Smith is outstanding at getting to the basket with an explosive first step off the dribble. Smith is a fairly creative passer, who is capable of getting into the paint at will. There were times when I thought he could have been a tad more unselfish, but it probably would have helped if had someone to pass to.
I've included and article on Smith which breaks down his shot. The only PG in the draft that's more creative off the dribble is Fultz, who basically has no obvious flaws offensively. So there's a lot to like about Smith. My biggest concerns were on the defensive side of the ball, where he got beat off the dribble, or lost track of his man. How much of that was due to not being 100% back from his injury I can't say. I'll leave by saying that he has the potential to be a good defender.
I'll sum it with this. If Smith were in last years draft, he likely would have been the 2nd pick in the draft after Simmons. Just my opinion of course, but it gives you an idea of the talent he has. He has the potential to be a star in the league. If he wants it, it will happen.
http://fansided.com/2017/05/03/dennis-smith-volume-shooting-skill-translation/
Here's a mix video from his season:
You don't dare go under a screen with Smith or you'll pay. And while he shot just under 36% from the three, which isn't great, but is respectable enough, to where you have to guard him. Given his good form, there's no reason to believe he won't get better once in the NBA. Aside from his jump shot, Smith is outstanding at getting to the basket with an explosive first step off the dribble. Smith is a fairly creative passer, who is capable of getting into the paint at will. There were times when I thought he could have been a tad more unselfish, but it probably would have helped if had someone to pass to.
I've included and article on Smith which breaks down his shot. The only PG in the draft that's more creative off the dribble is Fultz, who basically has no obvious flaws offensively. So there's a lot to like about Smith. My biggest concerns were on the defensive side of the ball, where he got beat off the dribble, or lost track of his man. How much of that was due to not being 100% back from his injury I can't say. I'll leave by saying that he has the potential to be a good defender.
I'll sum it with this. If Smith were in last years draft, he likely would have been the 2nd pick in the draft after Simmons. Just my opinion of course, but it gives you an idea of the talent he has. He has the potential to be a star in the league. If he wants it, it will happen.
http://fansided.com/2017/05/03/dennis-smith-volume-shooting-skill-translation/
Here's a mix video from his season: