STRENGTHS

Athleticism
Long, agile and mobile
Efficient scorer (56% FG in 2018-19)
Rebounding especially on offensive end (2.7 orpg)
Active Motor
Pick & roll scorer
Good cutter (61% as a cutter)
Runs the floor in transition
Can face up and put the ball on the floor
Potential as a shooter
Vertical lob threat
Versatile defender averaged 1.5 bpg and 1.1 spg
Grab & Go potential
Decent feel as a passer
Draws fouls

AREAS TO IMPROVE

Still raw
Decision making can be shaky at times
Tendency to play out of control
Turnover prone
Must bulk up and get stronger
Needs to become more consistent as a shooter

SUMMARY

Paul Reed is one of my favorite prospects in the 2020 draft. He's currently projected as a 2nd round pick but I'd draft him in the first round If Iwere in charge of an NBA team. I see Reed as a complimentary player that can help a team with his energy, rebounding, defense and potential as a shooter.

Although its a small sample size (15-37 from 3) I'm high on Reed's potential as a shooter and defender.

Rafael Barlowe - November 22, 2019