Shabazz Muhammad is auditioning with NBA teams for a top scoring position.
A consensus top-two national recruit, scouts have had their ears and eyes on Muhammad since his early days in high school.
Now he's at UCLA, where he's averaging 18 points per game in a system that makes it very difficult to do so.
Physical Tools
Muhammad's physical tools play a significant role in the way he approaches his game. He has perfect 6'6'' size for a shooting guard or a wing, with a strong, wide frame that can overwhelm vulnerable defenders.
Despite a top-heavy body, Muhammad is light on his feet and moves extremely well around the court. He has the foot speed to face up or make sharp cuts off the ball.
Muhammad is also an explosive athlete who can get up over the rim and finish full-speed ahead. The combination of power and finesse adds to his versatility as a scorer.
On-Ball Offense
Muhammad has the desire to be a primary offensive scoring option. He wants the ball on every possession, whether it's coming off a curl or in isolation on the wing.
With the bal ...
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NBA Draft Analysis and Breakdown of UCLA Star Shabazz Muhammad
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