Potential Utah Jazz draft targets

Kevin Huerter

Age:19 | Height:6’7 | Weight:194 | Wingspan:6’7.5

Huerter’s combination of size and shooting with defensive potential could fit with any team, especially the Utah Jazz who need as much shooting as possible. Huerter doesn’t have elite quickness and might struggle on the defensive. With the Jazz defensive scheme Huerter would look like a fine addition to a Jazz team needing shooting.

Elie Okobo

Age:20 | Height:6’3 | Weight:180 | Wingspan:6’8

A smooth combo guard who projects to score at all 3 levels and decent defensive instincts. Okobo looks to be a scoring combo guard who can create his own shot but also play as a secondary playmaker. This makes him valuable playing next to a backcourt like Donovan Mitchell and Ricky Rubio. He must improve his handle and his playmaking if he wants to have the ball in his hands. The Jazz need another go-to scoring and Okobo projects to do that at the next level.

Keita Bates-Diop

Age:22 | Height:6’8 | Weight:224 | Wingspan:7’3

Keita Bates-Diop looks like the stretch 4 the Utah Jazz have been looking for. A true 3 and D prospect that can contribute right away if healthy. He is extremely long and versatile on defense and is competent at guarding 1-4. He doesn’t have a great handle or a quick first step to create for himself at the next level.

Khyri Thomas

Age:22 | Height:6’3 | Weight:199 | Wingspan:6’10

Khyri Thomas is very similar to Donovan Mitchell with similar heights and wingspan. Thomas differs because he is not the same athlete or isolation scorer Donovan is. Thomas projects as an elite 3 and D guard who can play beside Mitchell and Rubio. Though Thomas is not an unathletic player, he is more average athleticism. He is a hardworking tough player who would fit well with the Jazz.

Donte Divincenzo

Age:21 | Height:6’5 | Weight:200 | Wingspan:6’6

Donte Divincenzo is a guy, like Donovan Mitchell, that isn’t scared of the moment. Divincenzo showed up big time in the biggest game of the season. Divincenzo is a capable shooter who should get better at shooting and plays solid defense. Not to mention his 42 inch vertical as a nice cherry on top. Divincenzo was the 6th man on a stacked Villanova team and fulfilled his role perfectly. There aren’t many knocks on him but, he does need to be more careful with passing the ball. But, Divincenzo is a guy who can be your 6th man or the primary creator.

Shake Milton

Age:21 | Height:6’6 | Weight:207 | Wingspan:7’0

Shake Milton has played mostly point guard in college. Milton shoots the ball well and has some playmaking skills to also fall back on. If Milton can show more discipline on the defensive end he could be a really valuable player for the Jazz. It remains to be seen if he can play the point at the next level but, if he gets drafted to the Jazz will mostly play off-ball. Milton has sub-par athleticism and might be a cap on how good of a defensive player he can be. 3 and D wings are as valuable as they come nowadays and the Jazz could use Dante Exum insurance.

Anfernee Simons

Age:19 | Height:6’3 | Weight:183 | Wingspan:6’9

Simons is a player who might get drafted in the first round just off raw potential. Simons is a good athlete who flashes scoring ability if his shot becomes consistent. Simons needs to be a two-way player if he wants to succeed. He has all the tools to be successful as a defender. He might take a couple of years to pan out but could be a really good secondary creator. Simons could be a player who flourishes in the Jazz’s developmental system.

Jacob Evans

Age:21 | Height:6’6 | Weight:200 | Wingspan:6’9

Jacob evans looks like a super versatile defender who can shoot spot up 3’s. He is an average athlete but isn’t as big of a deal because of his toughness. Evans won’t light up the box score but will do the little things that contribute to winning. Evans is a guy who will help you win games. He won’t be a superstar but will do the little things that will make him fit perfectly on the Jazz.

Melvin Frazier

Age:21 | Height:6’6 | Weight:198 | Wingspan:7’2

Melvin Frazier has great physical tools who is also a versatile wing player that fits well in today's NBA. Frazier is not polished on the offensive end but has improved shooting each year he has played at Tulane. Frazier looks like he has some untapped potential on the offensive end with his ability to get to the rim and finish as well as play some pick and roll. Frazier is a great fit for today’s NBA and should be a great two-way player.

Troy Brown

Age:18 | Height:6’7 | Weight:208 | Wingspan:6’10

Troy Brown grew up playing point guard and you see it in his game. He is a high IQ who make good decisions on both sides of the ball. He is a good slasher and can get to the rim. He is not a very good athlete but is smooth with the ball in his hands and has some scoring potential if he develops his jump shot. Brown also struggles against speedy guards and will need to improve his defense. Troy Brown is a guy who could really be utilized by the Jazz and their style