Shane Nowell

Updated on 7/2/24.  Written by Alan Lu.

Height: 6-5
Weight: 205  
College: Portland State
Classification: Senior
Birthdate: 12/1/2002

Projected Draft Range: Likely Undrafted

Pros:
Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Adequate scorer off the dribble
Adequate playmaker
Decent rebounder
Adequate defender that can get steals
Solid athlete

Cons:
Needs to improve his shooting
Lacks an elite first step off the dribble
Can be too passive on offense
Can have lapses defensively
May be a bit undersized to play out on the wing
Hasn’t played much in college basketball
Has not shot the ball well at all in college basketball so far

Summary:
Shane Nowell is an athletic, energetic swingman that can make solid hustle plays on both ends of the floor.  He will need to improve his outside shot and focus defensively. He has not played much in college basketball, but his athleticism and ability to compete could enable him to carve out a playing career in professional basketball someday.

Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile
247Sports’ Profile
MaxPreps Profile
UNLV Basketball Bio

Games Scouted:
1/20/20 Eastside Catholic vs. O’Dea

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