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Denzel Valentine • G
Ht/Wt:6'4", 220 lbs.
Born:Nov 16, 1993 (31 yrs) in Lansing, MI
From:Michigan State
Experience:5 years
Drafted:Drafted by Chicago in 2016 (1/14).
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Scouting Report
Super-instinctive, and constantly making smart plays to help his team win. Runs the offense confidently and creatively, with a true flair for passing and exploiting what the defense gives him. Also a good scorer and 3-point shooter with a quick release. Rebounds exceptionally well for a guard. Has excellent length for the NBA backcourt. Doesn't make ideal use of his size and wingspan as a man-to-man defender, and isn't much of a factor for steals. Not very explosive one-on-one or a top-tier leaper, and can be a streaky finisher because of it (too often settling for floaters and off-balance shots).
Long Range Potential: Creative playmaking combo guard / point-forward, with some star talent.
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
NCAA John R. Wooden Award All-American Team 2015-16
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