Ja’Vier Francis
Created on 4/7/25. Written by Alan Lu.
Height: 6-8
Weight: 240
College: Houston
Classification: Senior
Birthdate: 10/20/2003
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
Pros:
Solid low post scorer
Excels at scoring on the move
Solid rebounder for his size
Decent defender
Good shot blocker
Very good athlete
Cons:
Needs to improve his shooting
Must extend his shooting range
Needs to improve his face-up game
Needs to improve his playmaking skills
Can be undisciplined defensively
Classic tweener, may be in between forward positions
Summary:
Ja’Vier Francis is a very athletic, high-motor combo forward that currently plays for Houston. He helped his team get very far in the NCAA Tournament, and while he will need to expand his skill set offensively, his athleticism, motor, and intangibles could enable him to make it to the NBA someday.
Links:
RealGM Profile
Games Scouted:
4/7/25 Houston vs. Florida
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