By: OutOfSightSports

4/7/23

2023 NBA Draft Player Profiles: Jarace Walker

Player Profile: Jarace Walker, F, Houston

Walker is a physically dominant player and one of the most imposing prospects in the draft class, standing at 6-foot-8 and weighing 240 pounds. He possesses exceptional rebounding and shot-blocking skills, which make him an elite defensive option. He has the potential to defend all positions on the court, which makes him a valuable asset for any NBA team.

However, the question mark with Walker is his offensive game. While he started the season strong, hitting 42.3% of his 3-pointers in his first 23 games, his shooting declined in the final 13 contests, only making 26.5% of his attempts, most of which were catch-and-shoots.

On the bright side, Walker’s passing abilities are underrated. He has a solid assist rate of 12.6, which is nearly four times better than Bam Adebayo’s college numbers. Adebayo is a similarly built player who has become a strong passer in the NBA, which indicates that Walker has the potential to develop his passing game as well.

If Walker can improve his offensive skills, he has the potential to become an All-Star-level player. His combination of size, athleticism, and defensive abilities make him a tantalizing prospect for any NBA team looking to improve its defensive prowess.

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