Ismael Bako
Page updated as of 4/8/2020, scouting report written by Alan Lu.
2017 rankings were finalized on 6/22/2017.
Height: 6-10
Weight: 210
Country: Belgium
Professional Team: Leuven Bears
Classification: International ’95
Birthdate: 10/10/1995
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
Pros:
Solid finisher around the basket
Has good hands
Adequate rebounder
Adequate defensive player
Adequate shot blocker
Solid athlete
Good size to play inside
Rock solid motor
Cons:
May need to improve his passing ability
Can be too passive on offense
May be quite raw offensively
Still learning the game
Relative unknown commodity
Summary:
Ismael Bako is an athletic 6-10 big man that has been one of the standouts at the 2017 Adidas Reebok Eurocamp. He just now has been receiving some draft buzz. While he may be a long shot to be selected this year, Bako’s size, athleticism, motor, and potential to be a defensive specialist in the NBA could give him a shot to be picked late in this year’s draft.
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