Denzel Valentine is a really interesting player to evaluate. He grew up in Michigan and played for a high school team coached by his dad, and former Michigan State player Carlton Valentine. He played for the Spartans this season and emerged as one of the most offensively prepared NBA prospects in the NCAA.
Averaging 19.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, 7.6 assists, on 46% from the floor, 44% from deep, he has confused scouts as to who his best NBA comparison is.
He’s got the triple double stat-stuffing ability of fellow Michigan State graduate Draymond Green, the shooting ability and off-ball skills of J.