Bennedict Mathurin

Updated on 11/23/21.  Written by Alan Lu.

Height: 6-7
Weight: 210
College: Arizona
Classification: Sophomore
Birthdate: 6/19/2002

Projected Draft Range: Mid 1st Round

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

Cons:
Can struggle to score in traffic
Needs to improve his passing ability
Can be a bit of a ball stopper on offense
Can be too passive on offense
Can be unfocused defensively

Summary:
Bennedict Mathurin is a very 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
11/19/21 Arizona vs. Wichita State

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