Luke Kennard
Page updated as of 4/8/2020, scouting report written by Alan Lu. 2017 rankings were finalized on 6/22/2017.
Height: 6-5
Weight: 195
College: Duke
Classification: Sophomore
Birthdate: 6/24/1996
2017 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 15
Projected Draft Range: Mid 1st Round
2017 NBA Draft: Round 1, Pick 12 by the Detroit Pistons
Pros:
Great shooter from all over the floor
Crafty scorer off the dribble
Excels at scoring on the move
Terrific free throw shooter
Adequate playmaker
Decent rebounder
Rock solid motor
Smart player that has a very good feel for the game
Cons:
Lacks an elite first step off the dribble
Can be careless on offense, which can lead to turnovers
Struggles to defend quicker players
May not collect enough steals
Can commit bad fouls
Only an average athlete at best
Summary:
Luke Kennard is a skilled, offensive minded swingman that possesses a very good understanding of the game. He is a versatile player that has a solid set of offensive skills. With a strong sophomore year, he could potentially play his way into the lottery of the upcoming draft.
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Games Scouted:
11/29/16 Duke vs. Michigan State
1/10/17 Duke vs. Florida State
2/28/17 Duke vs. Florida State
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