Fansided · Jun 23, 2023
1 Low-end, 2 realistic, 1 dream player comparison for Cavaliers’ Emoni Bates
With the 49th overall pick, the Cleveland Cavaliers select Emoni Bates from Eastern Michigan. After Thursday’s draft, the former high school basketball phenom will be heading to Cleveland. Undoubtedly one of the toughest shot-makers in the entire draft, Bates’ ceiling is up with the lottery picks.
During his time in Ypsilanti, Emoni Bates showcased his ability to make tough jump shots from any range. Step-back threes, contested pull-ups, catch-and-shoot threes—you name it, and Bates was hitting them. His incredible scoring ability was evident when he scored 29 consecutive points at the Division One level.
