Cody Williams

Updated on 3/24/24.  Written by Alan Lu.

Height: 6-8
Weight: 185
College: Colorado
Classification: Freshman
Birthdate: 11/20/2004

2024 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 3
Projected Draft Range: Lottery

Pros:

Solid scorer off the dribble
Adequate shooter
Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Tremendous free throw generator
Adequate playmaker for his size
Solid defender
Very good athlete

Cons:

Inconsistent shooter
Can be reluctant to take outside shots
Lacks an elite first step off the dribble
Needs to improve his rebounding
Can be undisciplined defensively
Must get stronger
Injury prone, has missed significant time this season

Summary:

Cody Williams is an athletic, skilled forward that had a good freshman season at Colorado this year. He is a two-way wing that excels at attacking the hoop to score and plays unselfishly, and he also is a rangy defender that can guard multiple positions. He’s dealt with an an assortment of injuries that caused him to miss some time this year, but he is a smooth, versatile swingman that has a wide range of skills, and he could end up being a lottery pick in the 2024 draft.

Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile
ESPN’s 2024 NBA Mock Draft, Dated June 24th, 2023
ESPN’s Article on Williams Detailing the Injuries He’s Had This Season

Games Scouted:
3/28/23 2023 McDonald’s High-School All-American Game
4/8/23 2023 Nike Hoop Summit
11/21/23 Colorado vs. Florida State
1/18/24 Colorado vs. Oregon
3/20/24 Colorado vs. Boise State

If you use any portion of this material, please credit NBA Scouting Live.