Benefit of NBA Combine scrimmages: seeing high-usage players in different roles. Podziemski looked so comfortable in Chicago transitioning from #1 scorer to Swiss Army Knife next to other NCAA stars. Made it easier to picture him adjusting/accepting shoot-pass-hustle role in NBA.

Keon Ellis, Trayce Jackson-Davis starting a Western Conference play-in game. Really pays if you can hit on those 2nd-rounders or 2-way guys after the draft. Low-cost production.

Huge playoff game from Nikola Djurisic—31 points, 7 assists, 3-5 3PTM. Been a monster since Topic left Mega. Always been interesting with 6-8 size, handles and playmaking. Efficient scoring off the ball this year, and now 20-41 3PT last 2 months. Declaring for 2024 draft.

Checking in on Tidjane Salaun coming off 18 points, 4 3PTM yesterday. Same story—streaky shooter who otherwise relies on tools/athleticism for off-ball finishing. Can see how a 6-9 18-y/o with shotmaking confidence and strong D-tools can be enticing. Doesn't make many plays OTD…

The official team rosters for the 70th annual PIT #PIT24

Looks like Nikola Topic officially entering the draft. Hasn't played since January 4 but is expected back soon. Key eval for teams like Wizards, Spurs, Raptors, Jazz who could use an/another initiator/playmaker.

Nike Hoop Summit takeaways bleacherreport.com/articles/10116…

One of the big takeaways this week—Ulrich Chomche can pass.

Like it, don’t love it. Follow through & guide hand. Good. I think his set point to release can get a little higher considering his elbow flares. That’s why there’s a slight hitch. Not worried about ball starting middle & rotating loaded wrist to shoot. Coop will be A-okay!

KJ Simpson going all in on 2024 draft. Ultra productive/efficient, just without the plus physical/athletic indicators. Should have chance to help himself at Combine scrimmages. Higher on my personal board than the mock drafts right now.

Cam Christie entering the draft, will be very interesting name to track. Has NBA fans, but also some who need to see more to buy in. Turns 19 in July, 6-6, 40% 3PT, plus passer.

World Team now scrimmaging the Generals and 17-year-old AJ Dybantsa has 5 buckets from 3 levels in the first few minutes

Without a standout athletic trait, Dylan Harper getting to whatever spot he wants in this scrimmage vs. Portland Generals. So much command. Looks like clear best player on floor with Flagg playing more of a supporting off-ball role.

Special level of effortless to Ace Bailey’s shotmaking

Updated 2024 Nike Hoop Summit World Team Measurements (in shoes)