Bruce Brown
Page updated as of 4/10/2020, scouting report written by Alan Lu.
2018 rankings were finalized on 6/21/2018.
Height: 6-5
Weight: 195
College: Miami (Fl)
Classification: Sophomore
Birthdate: 8/15/1996
2018 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 39
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round
2018 NBA Draft: Round 2, Pick 42 by the Detroit Pistons
Pros:
Very good scorer off the dribble
Decent shooter from all over the floor
Excels at scoring on the move
Adequate playmaker
Good rebounder
Good defensive player that can get steals
Gifted athlete
Terrific motor
Can play either backcourt position
Cons:
Streaky shooter
Struggles to shoot on the move
Can struggle to finish plays in traffic
Can be too passive on offense
Can play too wildly on offense
Can have lapses defensively
Missed considerable time due to a foot injury
Summary:
Bruce Brown is an athletic, combo guard that could potentially excel as a two-way player in the NBA. He has been having a very good freshman season, as he is a versatile scorer that can play either backcourt position.
Also, he is a high-motor player that rebounds and defends well, and he has seen his draft stock rise considerably. With his skill set, he could potentially end up being a good value pick in the first round of the 2018 NBA Draft.
Links:
ESPN’s Article on Brown’s Foot Injury
Games Scouted:
2/18/17 Miami (Fl) vs. Clemson
3/17/17 Miami (Fl) vs. Michigan State
1/7/18 Miami (Fl) vs. Florida State
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