Kerem Kanter
Page updated as of 4/12/2020, scouting report written by Alan Lu.
2018 rankings were finalized on 6/21/2018.
Height: 6-10
Weight: 240
College: Xavier
Classification: Senior
Birthdate: 4/20/1995
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
Pros:
Solid finisher around the basket
Good low post scorer
Has stretch big potential
Excels at scoring on the move
Decent playmaker for a big man
Good rebounder
Decent defensive player
Mobile for a player his size
Good motor
Cons:
Struggles to guard quicker players
Does not collect enough blocks or steals
Can be a bit foul prone
Not an elite athlete
Does not receive enough playing time
Overshadowed by his higher profile teammates
Summary:
Kerem Kanter is a skilled big man that can score in the post, and he can also get buckets on energetic, hustle plays in the paint. While he may not possess ideal athleticism or defensive skills for a player his size, Kanter may have the skills to end up being a solid addition to an NBA team’s summer league roster.
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