Austin Reaves
Updated 7/31/21. Written by Alan Lu.
2021 rankings were finalized on 7/29/21.
Height: 6-6
Weight: 197
College: Oklahoma
Classification: Senior
Birthdate: 5/29/1998
2021 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 46
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
Pros:
Crafty scorer off the dribble
Decent shooter, especially from the mid-range
Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Very good free throw shooter
Solid playmaker
Solid rebounder for his size
Adept at drawing charges
Versatile player that can play multiple positions
Cons:
Streaky shooter
Lacks an elite first step off the dribble
Prone to hoisting up questionable shots
Struggles to guard quicker players
Only an average athlete
Old for a draft prospect, may have limited upside
Summary:
Austin Reaves is a skilled combo guard that can shoot and pass the basketball. After having played at Wichita State for his first two seasons, he has since transferred to play for Oklahoma.
He had a solid season on a very good Oklahoma team. He’ll need to be a more consistent outside shooter and he’ll need to improve his defensive skills. Currently, he projects to be a second round prospect for the 2021 draft.
Links:
RealGM Profile
ESPN Draft Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile
The NBA’s 2021 NBA Draft Combine Player Measurements
Games Scouted:
2/18/18 Wichita State vs. Cincinnati
3/22/21 Oklahoma vs. Gonzaga
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