Dream Fits: Timberwolves, Spurs, Pacers

Overall Grade: 60.46

Projected Position: PF/C

Strengths:

• Good switch decisions when teammates are trailing

• Comfortable & effective handle for his size utilizing a spin move well on drives

• Solid ability to use physicality on straight line drives to mask his lack of speed & affect shots from a trailing position

• Elite pass accuracy, able to fit balls through tight windows

• Great pass timing & recognition on cuts

• Solid ball pressure in zone looks

• Defensive weaknesses masked in zone looks

• Diverse ability to score in iso post-up situations using strength on the low block, as well as a high-quality Dirk fade

• Good hustle & effort in transition trail situations

• Good timing on board crashes & cuts putting himself in good positions for rebounds

• High drop coverage IQ

• Quick recognition of doubles & pass outs

• Good touch around the rim

• Strong boxouts, screens

• Good motion on 3's with floor spacing ability & comfortable as an off-ball scorer

• Good ability to finish through contact, especially off jump stops & comfortable drawing physicality in his drives

• Solid singular change of direction defense i.e. stepback

• Solid hands

Weaknesses:

• Awful recovery & closeout speed

• Much slower than guards & gets beat easily when having to change directions multiple times

• Late rotation on help contests as a big

• Attempts to help on drives in awkward positions, often not affecting shots

• Slow step ups on drop coverage on pull-up looks

• Poor extension & vertical defending perimeter shots

• Poor ball tracking & adjustments to midair rebounds

• Can be reckless on drives, often forcing into traffic or forcing low quality looks

• Runs into a lot of screens forcing him to switch & often isolating players on the perimeter

High End: Alperen Sengun Low End: Sandro Mamukelashvili Median outcome: Santi Aldama/Boris Diaw/Kelly Olynyk Pros: Passing, shooting, size, rebounding Cons: Athleticism, turnovers Verdict: Very fluid for his size, but has the tendency to make too many turnovers by putting too much flash or just general tunnel vision. Wolf is sometimes too aggressive in looking for the pass as opposed to just scoring the easy point. Also an intriguing shooter with real volume from three, so possibly projects to be a pick and pop DHO big in the league when factoring in passing. What makes him even more of an enigma is his FT% which does not seem to correlate at all to his actual ability. The general big man stuff is okay, but there's questions on him in a point forward type role because Wolf's lateral athleticism is quite limited with him struggling against some of the lengthier players in D1 and it will certainly play a huge part on whether or not he will be able to keep up with more athletic players in the league.

p.s. really good dRating on this UMich team though, despite not being an amazing rim protector.

Scouting Report: Danny Wolf

Position: Center
Height/Weight: 7'0", 250 lbs
School: University of Michigan

Draft Projection: mid first-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft
potential late lottery ---

Overview:
Danny Wolf is a unique prospect with a rare combination of size, skill, and versatility. As a 7-foot center, he stands out for his ability to handle the ball, create plays, and stretch the floor. His basketball IQ and competitive drive make him a valuable asset for any team.

Strengths:

• Ball-Handling and Playmaking: Exceptional for his size, Wolf can attack off the dribble and create opportunities for teammates with his passing.

• Scoring Versatility: Capable of finishing at the rim, hitting mid-range jumpers, and occasionally stretching the floor with three-point shooting.

• Rebounding: Strong presence on the boards, particularly on the defensive end.

• Basketball IQ: Reads the game well and makes smart decisions under pressure.

• Leadership: Plays with intensity and is known for his competitive edge.

Areas for Improvement:

• Perimeter Shooting: Needs to improve consistency from beyond the arc to become a true stretch big.

• Defense: While solid, his lateral quickness could be refined to better guard quicker players.

• Physicality: Adding strength will help him handle the physical demands of the NBA.

Player Comparisons:

• Nikola Jokic (for his playmaking and versatility)

• Domantas Sabonis (for his scoring and rebounding ability)

• Marc Gasol (for his basketball IQ and leadership)

Summary:
Danny Wolf is a skilled and versatile big man with the potential to be a valuable contributor at the next level. His unique skill set and competitive nature make him an intriguing prospect for the 2025 NBA Draft. With continued development, he could carve out a significant role in the league.

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Is a big with guard skills. Really good playmaker. Can knock down the three, not a great defender.

NBA Comp: Damontas Sabonis

Comp: Naz Reid/Karl-Anthony Towns/Bobby Portis Jr.

• elite ball handle for a big (7’0”); allows for confusing inverted pick and roll actions

• great passing vision and IQ—insanely quick process and pass accuracy/versatility

• loves throwing passes from the high/low post and from the top of the key; may enter the league as one of the best cross-body and skip passers in the league; jokic esque

• elite positional spacing; great three point shooter off the bounce and has range. c&s ability could improve to become a bigger threat as a popper

• good agility and speed for a 7-footer; solid finishing touch as well

• solid at drawing fouls, but an atrocious free throw shooter

• can be turnover prone when pressured

• lacks rim protection at the 5

• perimiter defense isn’t great, but doesn’t have terrible foot speed or recovery time; not as bad as most make it out to be

• can play 4

• decently high ceiling AND floor

(4/5) TBC

Wolf is a 6'11 center with a guards game (but don't get too excited).

21 YO in 2025, junior who play little to no play in his first year in college.

Easily the best passing 7 footer in college basketball. Not really elite though, A/TO ended the season at 1.1.

Great shotblocker, shared rim protecting abilities with Michigan's other center, Vladislav Goldin. Outside of the paint his foot speed absolutely ruined any chance to keep up with guards or forwards.

Shot below 60% from the free throw line this season. Above 70% in his last season at Yale, but on a lower volume.

Wolf as a post up player is very effective, good strength and a consistent mid-range jumpshot.

A lot of Wolf's drives feel unplanned, like he just launches himself into the lane and hopes he finds his way to the rim. When he gets there, his touch is nice.

Great rebounder defensively, doesn't crash the glass offensively.

Comp: Mo Wagner