Kevin Hervey
Page updated as of 4/12/2020, scouting report written by Alan Lu.
2018 rankings were finalized on 6/21/2018.
Height: 6-8
Weight: 220
College: Texas-Arlington
Classification: Senior
Birthdate: 7/9/1996
2018 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 52
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
2018 NBA Draft: Round 2, Pick 57 by the Oklahoma City Thunder
Pros:
Strong finisher around the basket
Good shooter from all over the floor
Adequate low post scorer
Adequate scorer off the dribble
Excels at scoring on the move
Solid free throw shooter
Adequate playmaker
Good rebounder
Fairly good defensive player
Good athlete
Rock solid motor
Cons:
Streaky shooter
May lack an elite first step off the dribble
May struggle to adjust to a supporting role at the next level
May not collect enough steals or blocks
Has limited experience against top competition
Has had two major knee injuries
May potentially be a tweener
Summary:
Kevin Hervey is a tough, physical, high-motor combo forward that has been very productive for Texas-Arlington in his past two seasons. He has been instrumental in his team’s success, as he has provided them with much needed consistency as a scorer and rebounder when he is on the floor.
There may be concerns about how well his knee may hold up moving forward, as he had to deal with injuries over the years. Regardless, Hervey had a solid senior season this year, and he is an athletic, skilled combo forward that could end up being a second round pick in 2018.
Links:
Star-Telegram’s Article on Kevin Hervey
Games Scouted:
3/15/17 Texas-Arlington vs. BYU
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