Kenan Blackshear
Updated on 7/2/24. Written by Alan Lu.
2024 rankings were finalized on 6/25/24.
Height: 6-6
Weight: 215
College: Nevada
Classification: Fifth-Year Senior
Birthdate: 5/30/2001
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
Pros:
Decent scorer off the dribble
Can post up smaller players
Solid playmaker for his size
Adequate rebounder for his size
Decent defender
Above average athlete
Cons:
Needs to improve his shooting
Reluctant to take outside shots
Can display spotty shot selection
Not an elite ball handler
Not an elite rebounder
Can be undisciplined defensively
Summary:
Kenan Blackshear is an athletic point forward that is having a good season at Nevada this year. He is a solid passer for his size that can make plays due to his court vision, and he also can consistently score off the dribble as well as out of the post. He will need to extend his shooting range and improve his jump shot, but his ability to make plays on both ends of the floor could enable him to make his way to the NBA someday.
Links:
RealGM Profile
Games Scouted:
2/9/24 Nevada vs. San Diego State
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