Low End: Median: High End: Pros: Defense, feel Cons: Athleticism Verdict: Athleticism is largely limited by his foot injuries and as a result, it is questionable if the transition to a P&R big can be seamless. Despite the limited ceiling, the defensive acumen and secondary passing makes for an intriguing bet. Scoring feel around the rim and perimeter shooting also opens up the game even more.

Comp - Jaylin Williams Physical interior big who rebounds and competes defensively. Understands positioning and brings toughness. Offensive expansion beyond the paint is needed.

Big but skilled. Good size and has shown glimpses of an outside shot. like the passing and some of his defense.

Very good athlete, can move and pop. He shuffles his feet a lot, means he is often in the middle of a movement and it means he can't make a split second contest or movement or whatever. Sometimes looks like he just needs to settle and slow himself down a bit

• Key Statistics: ~15.0 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 3.5 APG; FG% ~43%, 3PT% ~42%, FT% ~85%; ~0.7 SPG. • Draft Rationale: Ngongba is an intriguing two-way guard with size. At Duke, he played as a wing and point guard hybrid, showcasing a smooth three-point stroke (true shooting guard range and accuracy). He draws comparisons to European shooters. Off the dribble, he can knock down shots or look for teammates. Defensively he uses his height to contest shots, but still has to add strength to guard bigger wings. What makes Ngongba unique is his blend of size and shooting; he was often the “stretch one” for the Blue Devils. His creation off the dribble is developing, but he’s more of an off-ball threat. In the modern NBA, he can fit as a tall guard/wing who spells shooting. The hope is his playmaking grows as he matures, potentially making him a high-IQ combo guard. If he becomes stronger, he’ll slot in as a 3-and-D type. • Ceiling: A shooting guard with star potential like Luka Dončić’s shooting guard role (not skill level but style of tall scoring guard). • Floor: A role player like Troy Brown Jr. – non-elite defender/shooter who can do a bit of everything in reserve minutes