2023!!
It seems like the media keeps telling us that old school big men are no longer a thing, and then another one gets drafted in the first round. While there are many throwback bigs in this draft, Trayce could end up being one of the best. His collection of post moves is unlimited. He can score from the block, go underneath the basket, or fly in for a poster dunk. He is smooth and fluid, while having good foot speed. He may be the most polished low post scorer in the draft. It’s what he excels at, even though he doesn’t do much else. He’s able to sneak through openings in the defense, and get wide open shots while in traffic. He doesn’t let the defense bother him, and he gets over every defender with his long arms. He understands his role in the offense, and doesn’t try to do more than necessary. He works as both a primary ball handler in the paint, as well as a spot up dunker. He’s got a great, polished, turnaround floater. While it is a basic move for big men, it is a very common attack. Davis doesn’t merely get open slams either. He has the ability to create his own shot near the hoop. One downside with him is that, like most centers, he can’t shoot. He needs to improve his shooting both from deep and from midrange if he wants to become an NBA starter. On defense, he is powerful, averaging over two blocks per game. Against higher level competition, he won’t be an elite defender. He is still very solid though, and will be above average on that end of the floor. I’d like to see him improve his face up game, as well as his handles. The NBA doesn’t value players of his kind as highly anymore, nonetheless, if a team is looking for a backup, he will be a great option in the mid second round.
Comparison: 2022 Andre Drummond
Projected Draft Range: 30-Undrafted