Jameer Nelson Jr.
Updated on 7/2/24. Written by Alan Lu.
2024 rankings were finalized on 6/25/24.
Height: 6-1
Weight: 205
College: TCU
Classification: Fifth-Year Senior
Birthdate: 8/7/2001
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
Pros:
Crafty scorer off the dribble
Adequate playmaker
Adept at collecting steals
Above average athlete
Cons:
Needs to improve his shooting
Can be too scoring focused on offense
Struggles to guard quicker players
Not an elite athlete
May be a bit undersized for his position
Summary:
Jameer Nelson Jr. is the son of former NBA guard, Jameer Nelson, and Jameer Nelson Jr. previously played at Delaware before later transferring to play at TCU. He is a scoring point guard can score off the dribble, but he will need to improve in the other aspects of the game. He will need to significantly improve his jump shot, but his ability to make shots and run the team could enable him to compete for a roster spot in the NBA someday.
Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile
TCU Basketball Bio
Games Scouted:
3/2/24 TCU vs. BYU
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