Bennedict Mathurin

Updated on 4/23/21.  Written by Alan Lu.

Height: 6-6
Weight: 195
College: Arizona
Classification: Sophomore
Birthdate: 6/19/2002

Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round

Pros:
Solid shooter
Decent scorer off the dribble
Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Tremendous free throw generator
Adequate playmaker
Good rebounder
Decent defender that can get steals
Good athlete

Cons:
Can struggle to score in traffic
Needs to improve his passing ability
Can be too passive on offense
Can be unfocused defensively
Does not receive enough playing time this season

Summary:
Bennedict Mathurin is an athletic, energetic swingman that can shoot and score the basketball.  He had a solid freshman season at Arizona, and his ability to make shots and defend could make him an intriguing prospect to keep an eye on, as he may have the skills to thrive as a role player in the NBA sometime in the future.

Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile
NBA Academy Latin America Profile
247Sports’ Article on Ben Mathurin Returning for his Sophomore Season

Games Scouted:
1/7/21 Arizona vs. USC
1/25/21 Arizona vs. Arizona State

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