Jan 19, 2015; Lawrence, KS, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self talks with guard Kelly Oubre Jr. (12) in a timeout during the second half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Allen Fieldhouse. Kansas won 85-78. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
3. Kelly Oubre, Kansas, 6’7″, Freshman
Kelly Oubre fell short of expectations this season, evolving from a projected top 5 pick to a late lottery prospect all within a few months.
He was supposed to be the Jayhawks go-to guy on offense, regarded by scouts as one of the best incoming freshman in his class.
Little did we know that it would take him 10 games to score in double figures, as he struggled to remain consistent until late in the season. (Averaged 12.2 points on 47.4 percent shooting in his last 10 games)
SB Nation draft expert Kevin O’Conner gave his analysis on why Oubre was so inconsistent for much of the year, attributing his lack of ball handling skills as a cause for concern.
"Via NESN.com: “First, I’m not a big fan of super-athletic players that can’t handle the ball,” O’Connor said. “Look, he’s a very fluid player when he’s in space — like when he’s in transition, for example. But in the halfcourt, he has never really flashed any potential of being able to create his own offense. … I’m worried about that. That’s kind of a red flag for me.”"
Oubre has the tools to be an effective wing. He can knock down three pointers, slash to the basket effectively and use his length to wreak havoc on the defensive end.
Right now he’s a guy you draft solely on potential, but there’s plenty of risk attached to him as well.
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