Devin Vassell
Florida State wing Devin Vassell is arguably the best player on this last, and by the time the draft comes, I can see him potentially sneaking into the lottery. Right now, though, he projects to be a late first round pick, and someone that would fit perfectly on the Utah Jazz roster.
Vassell will make an NBA team very happy on the wing thanks to his perimeter defense and three-point shooting. He might be the best “3&D” prospect in the draft. He has long arms, good quickness and a high release point, making his shot difficult to block.
The sophomore wing from Florida State averaged 12.7 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 28.8 minutes. He shot 49 percent from the field and 41 percent from the three-point line. He’s someone that would fit perfectly into Utah’s offense.
Years from now, I have a feeling that we’re going to be looking back at this draft and wonder why Vassell didn’t go earlier. I feel pretty certain that he’s going to last in the NBA for over a decade on the wing with his two-way ability.
Vassell might be a dream scenario for the Utah Jazz late in the first round.