Brooks Barnhizer - NBA Draft Analysis
In-depth analysis by ReverseEnigma
Projected NBA Role
Versatile, high-IQ wing with a strong frame, elite defensive feel, and secondary playmaking skill. While not an explosive athlete or shooter, he makes winning plays, guards multiple positions, and adds value as a connective passer in motion-heavy schemes.
Swing Skill
Shooting Mechanics: Must rework foot alignment and reduce motion noise to raise catch-and-shoot efficiency; Finishing Craft: Needs to develop counters and improve touch to score consistently at the rim; Roster Fit: Must prove three-point shot is reliable enough to space the floor in a rotation role; Lateral Quickness: Improving reactionary footwork could help him survive on-ball against quicker guards.
NBA Player Comparisons
Herb Jones (defensive-minded connector wing with high feel and secondary playmaking in a strong frame)
Jaime Jaquez Jr. (versatile glue guy with toughness, defensive value, and complementary offensive feel)
Josh Minott (defensive motor and size but limited offensive reliability)
Analysis by ReverseEnigma
