Connor Vanover

Updated on 8/24/23.  Written by Alan Lu.

Height: 7-5
Weight: 220
College: Missouri
Classification: Sixth-Year Senior
Birthdate: 6/23/1999

Projected Draft Range: Likely Undrafted

Pros:

Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Adequate shooter for a big man, has stretch big potential
Adequate playmaker for his size
Solid rebounder
Decent defender
Gifted shot blocker
Above average athlete

Cons:

Inconsistent shooter
Needs to improve his face-up game
Must expand upon his low post moves
Can display spotty shot selection
Struggles to guard more athletic opponents
Needs to add strength
Not an elite athlete

Summary:

Connor Vanover is a very tall, energetic big man that can knock down jumpers, he also can block a lot of shots to help his team protect the paint. He previously played at California and Arkansas prior to transferring to Oral Roberts, and he had a solid season this year. He’ll need to add more muscle to his frame and will need to show that he can consistently play well against upper-echelon opponents, especially in faster-paced games, but Vanover is a mobile, high-motor player that could project into a backup center role in the NBA.

Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile
ESPN Stats Page
On3’s Article That Mentions Vanover Transfers to Missouri

Games Scouted:
12/30/20 Arkansas vs. Auburn
1/6/21 Arkansas vs. Tennessee
1/30/21 Arkansas vs. Oklahoma State
3/2/21 Arkansas vs. South Carolina
3/7/23 Oral Roberts vs. North Dakota State

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