Yohan Traore
Updated on 1/9/23. Written by Alan Lu.
Height: 6-10
Weight: 225
College: Auburn
Classification: Freshman
Birthdate: 2/15/2003
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
Pros:
Decent low post scorer
Decent scorer off the dribble
Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Handles the ball fairly well
Decent defender
Solid athlete
Cons:
Needs to improve his shooting
Needs to improve his playmaking skills
Needs to improve his rebounding
Not an elite shot blocker
Not overly explosive
Summary:
Yohan Traore is an athletic, skilled big man that can score the basketball in a variety of ways, and handles the ball well for a player his size. He will need to improve his jump shot, passing ability, and rebounding, but he is a prospect that may have considerable upside, and he could end up going in the late first to the second round range in the 2024 draft, especially if he plays well in the future.
Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile
247Sports’ Profile
Games Scouted:
10/25/21 Dream City Christian vs. Vertical Academy
4/8/22 2022 Nike Hoop Summit
8/7/22 Auburn vs. Israel All-Star Select Team
1/7/23 Auburn vs. Arkansas
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