Yahoo Sports · Mar 26, 2025
2025 NBA Draft scouting report: Richie Saunders, G, BYU
Richie Saunders #15 of the Brigham Young Cougars celebrates after a basket in the first half against the Wisconsin Badgers in the second round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Ball Arena on March 22, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)Summary: Saunders is a hard-nosed, two-way wing who plays with manic energy, hustling around the floor hunting for steals on defense and jumpers on offense. He’s got a quick trigger, soft touch on floaters, and a feel for moving the ball. But with less than ideal size and athleticism, he’s capped as a gritty role guy, not a go-to creator.
Comparisons: Danny Ainge, Wesley Matthews
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