Michael Rataj
Created on 1/21/25. Written by Alan Lu.
Height: 6-9
Weight: 220
College: Baylor
Classification: Senior
Country: Germany
Birthdate: 10/12/2003
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
Pros:
Fairly solid scorer off the dribble
Decent shooter
Adequate playmaker
Solid rebounder for his size
Solid motor
Cons:
Inconsistent long-range shooter
Lacks an elite first step off the dribble
Can be turnover prone
Struggles to guard quicker players
Only an average athlete
Summary:
Michael Rataj is a skilled, versatile combo forward that currently plays for Oregon State. He can score the basketball in a variety of ways, and is having a solid junior season. He will need to be a more consistent shooter and will need to improve his defense, but his skill set and feel for the game could allow him to make it to the NBA someday.
Links:
RealGM Profile
YouTube’s Highlights of the 1/16/25 Oregon State-Gonzaga Game via College Basketball
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