Kennedy Meeks
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: 270
College: North Carolina
Classification: Senior
Birthdate: 2/5/1995
2017 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 66
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
Pros:
Active finisher around the basket
Fairly good low post scorer
Decent scorer off the dribble
Excels at scoring on the move
Good passer for a big man
Magnificent rebounder
Good defender that can get steals
Fairly good shot blocker
Tough, smart player that has very good intangibles
Mobile for a player his size
Terrific motor
Cons:
Needs to improve his shooting
Needs to improve his free-throw shooting
Tends to struggle against length and athleticism
Can be careless on offense, which can lead to turnovers
Struggles to defend quicker players
Not an elite shot blocker
Can get into foul trouble
May need to improve his conditioning
Summary:
Kennedy Meeks is a highly productive big man that can get many points and rebounds in the paint for his team this year. He is a physical bruiser that also possesses fairly solid playmaking and defensive skills.
Right now, he is having a solid senior season, but his draft stock has not been very high all year long. But with his skill set, he could end up being a good pick for an NBA team in the second round range of the upcoming draft.
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Games Scouted:
12/17/16 North Carolina vs. Kentucky
4/1/17 North Carolina vs. Oregon
4/3/17 North Carolina vs. Gonzaga
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