One of this year’s top NBA prospects could be accompanied with a significant pitfall according to some scouts. LaMelo Ball is looking to follow in his older brother’s footsteps and become a top 3 pick in this year’s NBA Draft. Not however, without controversy. Some scouts have reportedly referred to Ball’s shot as “Broken.”
This could be a particularly troubling reputation for Ball as his older brother Lonzo has been plagued throughout his relatively short career with shooting inconsistencies from both the 3 point and free throw line. While this past season with the New Orleans Pelicans has signaled an improvement in the aforementioned shooting, he is still a long way from realizing his shooting potential that flashed at UCLA.
Regardless, Ball will almost assuredly be taken in the top 5 in the draft barring something unforeseen. His blend of size, athleticism, and basketball IQ has allowed Ball to remain in the top prospect conversation all year long and there’s nothing that could change that now that he is done playing pre-NBA ball.
Click the next slide to see a montage of highlights from Ball that has made him a sure-fire top prospect.