Feron Hunt

Updated as of 7/31/2021.  Scouting report written by Alan Lu.
2021 rankings were finalized on 7/29/21.

Height: 6-8
Weight: 195
College: SMU
Classification: Junior
Birthdate: 7/5/1999

2021 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 82
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted

Pros:

Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Very good rebounder
Solid defender that can get steals and blocks
Very good athlete
Solid motor

Cons:

Needs to improve his shooting
Not an elite ball handler
Needs to improve his playmaking skills
Can be too passive on offense
Can be undisciplined defensively

Summary:

Feron Hunt is an athletic, energetic combo forward that could project to be a defensive specialist in the NBA.  He is a rangy defender that can cover a lot of ground on that side of the ball, and he is a good shot blocker for his size, as he can make it difficult for his opponents to get their shots off.

He also does a good job of attacking the basket to score the basketball, and he especially excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays.  Hunt will need to improve his jump shot and ball handling, but he is an intriguing prospect that could end up going in the second round of the 2021 draft.

Links:

RealGM Profile
ESPN Draft Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile
The Dallas Morning News’ Article on Hunt Entering the 2020 Draft
The Dallas Morning News’ Article on Hunt Withdrawing From the 2020 Draft

Games Scouted:
1/15/20 SMU vs. Houston
1/3/21 SMU vs. Houston

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