Tremont Waters
Page updated as of 4/12/2020, scouting report written by Alan Lu.
2019 rankings were finalized on 6/19/2019.
Height: 5-10
Weight: 170
College: LSU
Classification: Sophomore
Birthdate: 1/10/1998
2019 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 52
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
2019 NBA Draft: Round 2, Pick 51 by the Boston Celtics
Pros:
Crafty scorer off the dribble
Decent shooter, especially from deep
Very good free throw shooter
Adequate playmaker
Good defender that can rack up steals
Good speed and quickness to play the point
Smart player that has a good feel for the game
Cons:
Streaky shooter
Lacks an elite first step off the dribble
Can be a bit turnover prone
Tendency to be a ball stopper
Can be undisciplined defensively
Not an elite athlete
Undersized to play the point
Summary:
Tremont Waters is a smart, skilled playmaker that possesses solid offensive skills, and he had a solid sophomore season this year.
He is a crafty scorer that can knock down a variety of shots, and he also can effectively distribute the basketball. He may be flying under the radar right now, but he could be a second round pick in the 2019 draft.
Links:
24/7 Sports’ Article on Waters’ Returning
Games Scouted:
2/6/19 LSU vs. Mississippi State
5/17/19 NBA Draft Combine Scrimmage Game
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