Marko Simonovic
Updated as of 11/21/2020, scouting report written by Alan Lu.
2020 rankings were finalized on 11/17/20.
Height: 6-11
Weight: 215
Country: Montenegro
Professional Team: Mega Bemax
Classification: International ’99
Birthdate: 10/15/1999
2020 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 87
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
2020 NBA Draft: Round 2, Pick 44 by the Chicago Bulls
Pros:
Decent low post scorer
Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Has stretch big potential
Adequate playmaker for his size
Good rebounder
Above average athlete
Cons:
Needs to improve his face-up game
May need to improve his playmaking skills
Not an elite shot blocker
Struggles to guard players out on the perimeter
Not an elite athlete
Summary:
Marko Simonovic is a tall, skilled big man that can score and rebound the basketball. He had a good season overseas as he recently averaged 16 points and 8 rebounds per game in the Adriatic League during the 2019-20 NBA season, and he is a mobile big man that can score and rebound in the paint. He will need to improve his face-up game and defensive skills. Right now, he projects to be a second round prospect for the 2020 draft.
Links:
ESPN Article on International Prospects for 2018
Hoops Rumors’ Article Mentioned that Simonovic Declared to Enter the 2020 Draft
Games Scouted:
10/11/19 Mega Bemax vs. FMP Beograd
1/13/20 Mega Bemax vs. Crvena Zvezda
10/11/20 Mega Bemax vs. Zadar
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