Aleksandar Vezenkov
Page updated as of 4/8/2020, scouting report written by Alan Lu.
2017 rankings were finalized on 6/22/2017.
Height: 6-8
Weight: 215
Country: Bulgaria
Professional Team: FC Barcelona
Classification: International ’95
Birthdate: 8/6/1995
2017 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 63
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
2017 NBA Draft: Round 2, Pick 57 by the Brooklyn Nets
Pros:
Very good shooter from all over the floor
Has a very quick release
Excels at scoring on the move
Is a threat to make shots off of screens
Solid scorer around the basket
Adequate scorer off the dribble
Good playmaker
Solid rebounder
Decent defensive player
Has good size to play either forward position
Plays in some of the toughest professional leagues
Smart player that has very good intangibles
Rock solid motor
Cons:
Struggles to consistently create off the dribble
Struggles to defend quicker players
Does not collect many steals or blocks
Only an average athlete
Summary:
Aleksandar Vezenkov is a productive, combination forward that plays in some of the toughest professional leagues from around the world. He’s a really good shooter that continually makes good decisions on the court, and he has been very productive at the highest levels of international basketball.
But on the other hand, his lack of mobility and athleticism for either forward position may put a ceiling on how well he may perform at the NBA level. But, while he is not likely to become a superstar in the NBA, Vezenkov may have the skills to be a solid role player in the association.
Links:
YouTube Video from Aris History Channel showing a Vezenkov game
Games Scouted:
10/30/16 FC Barcelona vs. Fuenlabrada
12/4/16 FC Barcelona vs. Gran Canaria
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