Isaiah Austin NBA Draft Scouting 2014 Basketball

Isaiah Austin is a 20 year old, 7' 1" , 220 lbs Stretch 4 from Baylor (Sophomore). Austin has a 7' 4.5" Wingspan & 9' 4.5" standing reach, making him the longest player in the 2014 draft. Isaiah excels in Pick & Roll situations where he pops. He is also a very effective roll man. In addition, he can play with his back to the basket and score over both shoulders. Austin's weaknesses are fairly obvious. He has a thin frame that needs an NBA nutrition and strength training program. In addition he is legally blind in his right eye, which can lead to limited sight lines during the game. Overall, Isaiah has major upside potential if developed and guided. At Baylor Isaiah flashed an ability to facilitate from the high post (.75 A/T ratio) and put the ball on the floor for step backs and attacking close-outs. His 3 point shot will be a weapon at the next level. Austin is likely to go anywhere from 20-50 on draft night.