Upsides

• Has an elite combination of speed and athleticism

• Great ball handler, he is crafty and is great at losing defenders with quick dribble moves

• Great playmaker, he has good court vision and is very capable of executing on plays at high speeds

• One of the best shot makers in this draft class, there is no limit to where he can score from

• Puts in a ton of effort on both ends of the court

Downsides

• Has a less than ideal frame for an NBA player, 6’2 on a good day with not a lot of strength

• On-ball defense is bad, he gets pushed around easily and is a mismatch target

Conclusion

• Rob Dillingham is one of the best offensive players in this draft class, his combination of speed, ball handling ability, and shot making ability make him a deadly scoring threat every single night

• He has a lower floor due to his size, he will struggle defensively and could end up being reduced to a backup role if he isn’t elite offensively

• While he does have a lower floor, his ceiling is sky high. He could be a guy sort of like Tyrese Maxey in the NBA (scoring a ton of points and being a good passer)

Shades of: Tyrese Maxey, Anferne Simons, Immanuel Quickley

May: there’s 3 scenarios with Rob dillingham: Garland/Macey, Lou Williams, or Bones Hyland. He’s a really small guar that plays terrible defense, but he might be so good on offense to compensate for it so much to be a star, or be unstartable in the playoffs and fill in as a Lou will type. I feel pretty good that hes gonna be too talented to be a bones Hyland, but I think it’s most likely he’s a strong sixth man like Lou williams. I’ll have him around 10. Although I think with his intangibles and raw skill he’s got a good chance to be a star

December: OFFENSE

• Very good ball handler in transition, gets up the court with tons of speed and makes good reads

• Confident shooting threes in transition, form looks good and he’s very efficient

• Pretty quick first step

• Reads the floor very quickly and well, always looks for a great pass

• Has a lot of pass versatility, he finds the right way to deliver a pass.

• Great at attacking the basket once he has momentum, crafty around the rim and hard to stop

• Very good hesitation, leads to a lot of drives. can shoot off of it too

• Seems like he’s at his best whenever he can reset the offense and get into either an iso or pick and roll

DEFENSE

• Very skinny and small for a guard

• Doesn’t have good balance, gets thrown off by change of direction easily

• Gets thrown off by contact really easily, cannot handle guarding even big guards

• active but not impactful off ball

OVERALL

• I really like a lot of things Rob Dillingham does, but no matter how much anyone likes him, there’s one major flaw that should keep people from ranking him too high. He’s very small and skinny and it affects many parts of his game. He struggles on defense, despite his steal numbers looking pretty good. He cannot guard big guards, much less forwards. He also doesn’t have very good balance, he struggles to absorb contact and instead just gets completely thrown off by it. This affects him on both ends, where on defense it leaves him out of position when guarding screens or going for a rebound, and on offense he can occasionally struggle to finish at the rim through contact. This is the main reason why I don’t have him ranked as high as many. However, there’s a lot to like about Dillingham’s game

• He’s a very good passer, he has lots of passing versatility and has exceptional vision. He’s also extremely fast with the ball in his hands, which makes him an outstanding ball handler in transition. Hes also a very good shooter. While his free throw numbers are just ok (76%) his three point percentage is incredible, at 44.7%. He takes shots off the bounce, off catch and shoot, and off movement. He’s a diverse shooter and takes tough shots.

• With all this being said, there’s good reason to believe that he’s going to be a good NBA player, from his speed to his passing, but small guards usually have it rough in the NBA. Dillingham will be a controversial player for people to place, and I’ll have him just outside my lottery

Likes:

• Really good shooter at the collegiate level, 44% from three! Personally, I didn't like Dillingham's shot purely from the film I watched on him (I still thought it was ok), but his splits are too good to brush aside, and they do make me believe in his shooting ability more. I don't think he's going to be anywhere as efficient from deep at the next level, mostly due to his FT shooting not being the most ideal, but his shot should still translate fine.

• I don't mind his finishing, but I don't think it's that great. It's just kind of alright. Wish he drove a little bit more (maybe he does, but on the film I watched, he didn't).

• Solid ball handler. Has some nice moves in his bag, there's a reason he has a mixtape on YouTube called "10 Minutes of Rob Dillingham EMBARASSING Defenders!". I don't think his ball handling is as great as people make it to be, but I still like it.

• Has a good FG percentage of 47% alongside a good shooting efficiency.

• Also has a good assist/turnover ratio, 1.9.

• Young, turned 19 this year.

• High motor player. Really quick offensively... not so much defensively, but at times he can showcase his speed.

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  Worries:

• Briefly mentioned his FT percentage above, so I'll quickly expand on it. It's far from bad really, he's 79% from the line. It's a little below the average for a PG and a SG (a position I think he can play as well). Like I said, his FT percentage is the main reason I don't think he's going to be 44% from three in the NBA, but his shot should still translate decently.

• A little undersized for a PG being 6'3. Not awful, but with taller points becoming the new meta for teams now, it becomes more of a flaw. His height brings up even more issues if he does play SG minutes, since he's even more undersized for a SG than a PG.

• His high motor has its problems. Sometimes he would end up trying to do too much offensively with his ball handling or finishes around the rim which would lead to turnovers or bad misses. I feel like he's slightly more in control than he's not, but I don't think it should be a debate in the first place.

• This entire section might just be me, so read it and decide what you think. There was a number of games where Dillingham was clutch. He brought Kentucky into fighting distance nearing the finale of the match, or he even helped them take the lead after being down (great example would be him at the end of the LSU game). He'd heat up and start hitting shots from everywhere, especially from three though. My issue is, why can't he play like this consistently? All the games where he clutched up for his team were games where he was cold before that. If he played at that same level and with that same importance, his team wouldn't even need for him to heat up at the end of matches to get close to winning. I personally find more validity in my point when looking at Dillingham's scoring efficiency, which isn't that great and a little below mediocre. Some people might appreciate him hitting shots at the right time, which is understandable, but I want him to be hitting those shots throughout the entire game, not only when his team really needs it.

• I don't dislike his off-ball movement, but I don't really like it either. While he does move around off the ball, he only moves around the perimeter. If he cut to the basket more often, he'd be scoring more often. He does get some good looks from three because of his movement, but in most of the games I watched, I don't remember him converting from those openings. I also wished he was more active off the ball in general, there was a number of games where he didn't do much when the ball wasn't in his hands.

• I think Dillingham's passing ability is fairly mediocre. His passes are pretty basic and not anything crazy, I'd say they're like barely above the bare minimum or the average that I'd hope for. He makes his passes look a little better than they are by adding some flashy elements to them, but they're really not that great. Averaged 3.9 assists per game this season.

• Nearing the threshold of too many turnovers, finished the season averaging 2 per game.

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  Dislikes:

• Dillingham is not good defensively. Shows potential of being a pesk on the perimeter and utilizing his motor to apply pressure well (best example of this would be the Florida game where he was visibly bothering Pullin and preventing him from doing much), but they're just flashes which get overshadowed by other looming issues of his. He gets blown by a lot, he's not going to make an additional effort to catch up to his opponent if he does get blown by, he has poor hand placement which leads to a lot of fouls (averaged 2.6 fouls per game), almost every attempted steal of his is a reach-in foul, and he's a little too out of control at times. I guess some potential is there, but considering he's also undersized, how much potential does he really have? Averaged 1 steal and 0.1 blocks per game.

• Too skinny. Really needs to put on some weight or he might get big bodied by point guards.

• Not a good rebounder. Rarely saw him get a board, and if he did, it fell right to his lap. The one time I saw him fight for rebounds was the one game where he could not get a board to save his life. Too small and too scrawny to end up getting the ball from someone else. Averaged 2.9 rebounds per game this season, which even that feels a little generous.

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  I think my expectations for Dillingham were a little high when coming into this, which is why I left a little disappointed. His film didn't make me like him, but his stats made me grow on him a little. I still don't think he's that great, but I don't think he's that bad either. Summarizes his game well, just kind of alright.

  Player comp: the first two people which come to mind are Bones Hyland and Darius Garland, but I think he's more Darius Garland than Bones Hyland.

Rob Dillingham - Kentucky (PG - HT: 6’2” - WING: 6’2” - WT: 175 - A:)

- Small and super quick score-first PG. Tremendous scoring upside
- Great pull up game, his step back 3s are smooth
- So quick and shifty that he can get to the rim with ease and he finishes/draws contact well
- Good passer too, reads the floor well even at high speed
- He’s *so* small especially taking his short wingspan into account. Could really limit his upside/draft stock. That being said. Some of the best guard scorers have similar measurements, like Dame, Steph, Garland, Trae, Brunson…
- Not a good defender.  Quick feet and hands, but he’s always going to be really small and he’ll be hunted on D. Def not FVV/Jose Alvarado
- Shades of Malik Monk, Darius Garland, Kyrie Irving, Payton Pritchard, Tyrese Maxey

Range: 1-6

Poste(s) : PG

Âge : 19 ans

Taille : 1m85

Stats : 15.2pts, 2.9reb, 3.9ast, 1.0stl, 0.1blk

Adresse : 47%fg, 44%3pt, 79%ft

Meneur électrique à la Ja Morant en moins talentueux et aérien, Dillingham se distingue par sa créativité offensive, usant de mouvements vifs pour se frayer un chemin sur le parquet. Son adresse extérieure est excellente, surtout lorsqu'il est utilisé dans des systèmes avec un big. Il a montré de beaux progrès à la passe, facilitant davantage le jeu tout au long de la saison. Sur le plan défensif, il fait des efforts, mais son gabarit (1m85 tout mouillé) est un handicap évident, et il obligera son coach à faire preuve d'ingéniosité pour le « cacher ». Une franchise triste en manque d'amour pourrait être séduite par le facteur spectacle chez lui.

Robert Dillingham

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I am torn between Rob and Reed Sheppard should we get Toronto's pick to convey. Issue is he is only 6'2-6'3 and an average defender at college level. He has quickness, probably best handles and speed shifts in the draft, nice passing, and a good 3 pt shooter. Better off catch and shoot than dribble pull ups on threes. He kind of scares me. At worst, he is gonna be a guy that can get you buckets but hurt the team defensively. But If he develops properly, he could be the best pure scorer in this draft.

Overview: Robert Dillingham is a 6'2", 175-pound point guard from the Kentucky Wildcats who burst onto the scene this season, emerging as a potential top-10 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. His electrifying speed, scoring prowess, and playmaking ability have drawn comparisons to Ja Morant and Darius Garland, making him a highly coveted prospect for teams seeking an explosive floor general. Strengths:

• Electric scorer: Dillingham is a walking bucket with an array of offensive weapons. He can attack the rim with blazing speed and finish through contact with impressive body control. He also boasts a deadly pull-up jumper from mid-range and beyond the arc, making him a nightmare to defend one-on-one. 




• Exceptional athlete: Dillingham's explosiveness is one of his defining traits. He possesses elite quickness, leaping ability, and overall athleticism that allows him to blow by defenders, finish above the rim, and disrupt passing lanes on defense.

• Solid playmaker: While his scoring is his calling card, Dillingham is also a capable playmaker. He can find open teammates with creative passes, especially in transition, and demonstrates good court vision for his age.

• Competitive spirit: Dillingham plays with a contagious energy and intensity. He has a strong will to win and thrives in pressure situations. This leadership quality could make him a valuable asset in any locker room. Weaknesses:

• Size and strength: At 6'2" and 175 pounds, Dillingham is one of the smaller point guards in the draft. This could cause him struggles against bigger and stronger defenders in the NBA, especially when trying to finish at the rim or defend larger guards.

• Three-point consistency: While Dillingham can hit threes, his consistency from beyond the arc needs improvement. He sometimes forces contested shots or relies on his athleticism and mid-range game too much.

• Defensive consistency: Although his quickness translates well to defense, Dillingham can be overly reliant on his athleticism and gamble for steals, leaving him vulnerable to blow-bys and screens. Improving his defensive fundamentals and focus will be crucial in the NBA. Overall: Robert Dillingham is a potential franchise-altering talent with the offensive firepower to light up the NBA. His dynamic scoring, playmaking ability, and competitive spirit make him a truly exciting prospect. However, his size and defensive consistency need refinement to reach his full potential. The team that drafts him will be getting a high-energy, high-reward talent who could become a star in the league for years to come. Additional Notes:

• Dillingham's rapid rise this season has caught the attention of NBA scouts, propelling him from a promising recruit to a potential top-10 pick.

• Some scouts compare him to Ja Morant due to his athleticism, scoring prowess, and leadership, while others see him as a more consistent shooter than Morant was coming out of college.

• His fit will depend on the team's needs and roster construction. He could be a perfect fit for a team seeking a dynamic lead scorer and floor general, but teams with existing point guards might look elsewhere. Overall, Robert Dillingham is a player to watch closely in the lead-up to the 2024 NBA Draft. He has the talent and potential to make a significant impact on the league for years to come.

Italo select

Um time que não tem necessidades específicas, eu mesmo fiquei na dúvida entre Dillighan, Castle, Sheppard e Cody, será uma escolha pautada pelo gosto.

E Guards vindo de Kentucky são sempre Guards vindo de Kentucky, a história fala por si.

Comparação: Quickley, Anfernee, Maxey