Bruno Fernando
Page updated as of 4/12/2020, scouting report written by Alan Lu.
2019 rankings were finalized on 6/19/2019.
Height: 6-10
Weight: 240
College: Maryland
Classification: Sophomore
Birthdate: 8/15/1998
2019 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 22
Projected Draft Range: Late 1st to 2nd Round
2019 NBA Draft: Round 2, Pick 34 by the Philadelphia 76ers (rights traded to the Atlanta Hawks)
Pros:
Strong finisher around the basket
Excels at scoring on the move
Decent scorer off the dribble
Good rebounder
Adequate defensive player
Good shot blocker
Gifted athlete
Great motor
Cons:
Needs to improve his face-up game
Needs to improve his low post game
Needs to improve his playmaking skills
May be fairly raw offensively
Can be undisciplined defensively
Summary:
Bruno Fernando is a very athletic, high motor player that can make solid plays on both ends of the floor. He has played very well this year, as his strong play has turned some heads, and he could project into being an energetic rim protector at the next level. He had a strong sophomore season, and he could be slated to end up being a potential lottery pick in 2019.
Links:
Yahoo’s Article Lists Fernando as Invited to the Combine
SI’s Article on Fernando Returning to Maryland
Games Scouted:
11/27/17 Maryland vs. Syracuse
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