2016 Draft Prospect: Malcolm Brogdon

[Chinook]

http://content.draftexpress.com/headshots/malcolmbrogdon.jpg

Height: 6-5
Weight: 215 lbs
Date of Birth: 12/11/1992
School: Virginia

DraftExpress (http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Malcolm-Brogdon-42107/)
NBADraft.net (http://www.nbadraft.net/players/malcolm-brogdon)

[sasaint]

I love this guy. He is not a natural shooter, but he has improved every year of his college career. Chip could probably work wonders with him. His quickness is questionable, but he has good size and a very good wingspan. His biggest asset, however, is that his leadership skills are off the charts. This link is to a very long article, but for anybody interested in Malcolm, it reveals why he would be the perfect Spur.

http://www.dailypress.com/sports/uva/dp-spt-malcolm-brogdon-profile-20160316-story.html

[SAGirl]

I love this guy. He is not a natural shooter, but he has improved every year of his college career. Chip could probably work wonders with him. His quickness is questionable, but he has good size and a very good wingspan. His biggest asset, however, is that his leadership skills are off the charts. This link is to a very long article, but for anybody interested in Malcolm, it reveals why he would be the perfect Spur.

http://www.dailypress.com/sports/uva/dp-spt-malcolm-brogdon-profile-20160316-story.html
Very good article on him. Thanks for sharing. POP would love a guy like that.

[Drom John]

CBS Sports by Sam Vecenie, 18 April 2016


29. SAN ANTONIO SPURS
Malcolm Brogdon, SG, Virginia: This is the most Spurs pick imaginable. They take one of the best players in the country at running off of screens as well as one of the premier perimeter defenders. He might be 23 and have relatively lower upside than some of those taken above him, but Brogdon could fit extraordinarily well in the San Antonio scheme.

[Drom John]

CBS Sports by Sam Vecenie, 26 April 2016 with new quote


29. SAN ANTONIO SPURS
Malcolm Brogdon, SG, Virginia: This continues to be a match made in heaven. Brogdon has the exact kind of skill set that would translate well to the Spurs scheme as a guy who runs off of screens and hits open shots. There is a bit of a concern on his jump shot translating to the NBA due to how flat it is, but that kink can be ironed out. Throw in the fact that he was the best perimeter defender in college hoops this year, and it's easy to see why a smart team could take him even in round one despite being 23.

[CGD]

Would love him but feel like Dallas will snipe him first.

[sasaint]

Would love him but feel like Dallas will snipe him first.

Last draft, they snagged his former teammate, Justin Anderson, who came on late and performed well in the playoffs.

If you like Brogdon, you might be interested in reading the article that I posted above in this thread about him. It is lengthy, but it offers insight into his character and especially his leadershipskill. His incredible leadership could be especially valuable for the post-Manu, post-Timmy Spurs.

[CGD]

^ quintessential Spur

[Drom John]

Sports Illustrated by Andrew Sharp, 6 May 2016


29
MALCOLM BROGDON, VIRGINIA

LAST MOCK: 23
G | 6'5", 225 | SR.
He's excellent on defense, and he played in an intricate offense predicated on ball movement. He's basically a Spur already. His biggest weakness is three-point shooting (39% as a senior), which the Spurs will fix in their laboratory.

[Chinook]

I don't like his age, but yeah, he's a guy you could see playing a role for the Spurs as a rookie if Green goes elsewhere or even if he doesn't. Fits nicely between Mills and Anderson.

[ace3g]

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[Drom John]

Fansided, Clipperholics: 2016 NBA Mock Draft: Answering Clippers, No. 1 questions by Tom West, 14 May 2016


29MALCOLM BROGDONShooting guard, Virginia to San Antonio Spurs
Experience, willing passing, efficiency; the kind of attributes that make anyone fit in with the San Antonio Spurs.
Of course, not many players taking their first steps into the NBA fit that category and obviously no rookie has the experience of the Spurs’ championship-winning veterans. However, as rookies go, 6’5″ shooting guard Malcolm Brogdon fits the kind of description that the Spurs look for in young players who can enter their system.

Coming off a productive four-year career at Virginia, playing at least 30 minutes per game over the last three seasons, Brogdon has established himself as one of the most successful players in the school’s history and finished as the ACC Player of the Year in 2016. He isn’t a high-flying athlete, but after averaging 18.2 points on 45.7 percent shooting last season (39 percent with two makes a night from three) and playing excellent defense (he’s also versatile with his quickness and 6’10” wingspan), Brogdon can deliver a role as someone who is ready for the NBA now.

The Spurs are freshly eliminated from the playoffs and want to return with a title run next season, so young prospects years away from their potential aren’t really of interest.

Brogdon has started off his campaign to earn a higher draft pick in convincing manner as well, delivering a 17-point (8-of-11 shooting), 6-assist, 4-rebound, 4-steal performance at day one of the NBA Draft Combine.

All Brogdon does is show up, play at both ends of the floor, and repeats. He fits the Spurs mould and would be a nice backcourt selection as Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili approach the end of their storied careers.

[Drom John]

Bleacher Report: 2016 NBA Mock Draft: 1st-Round Predictions, Prospects Who Are Safest Bets
By Ryan McCrystal , Featured Columnist May 16, 2016

29. San Antonio Spurs Malcolm Brogdon

[Drom John]

Bleacher Report: 2016 NBA Mock Draft: 1st-Round Predictions After Lottery Results
By Tyler Conway , Featured Columnist May 17, 2016


29 San Antonio Spurs Malcolm Brogdon SG Virginia

[Drom John]

thebiglead: 2016 NBA Mock Draft: Ben Simmons Firmly Locked in at No. 1, Celtics Seeking Trade?
Jason McIntyre | 4 hours ago [aka 18 May 2016]


29. San Antonio Spurs – Malcolm Brogdon, G, Virginia. Smart player goes to a smart system. Tony Parker’s 33 and looked it this postseason for long stretches.

[Drom John]

Sports Illustrated: NBA Mock Draft 4.0: Simmons-Ingram debate begins for 76ers
by Andrew Sharp, 18 May 2016
with new quote


29
MALCOLM BROGDON, VIRGINIA
LAST MOCK: 29
G | 6'5", 225 | SR.
Brogdon was another player who impressed scouts in Chicago last week. Between great defense and three-point shooting that can improve (he improved every year at UVA, finishing at 39%), I remain convinced he's exactly the kind of useful role player that a smart team will steal somewhere in the first round. And that smart team is usually the Spurs.

[Drom John]

Chatsports: 2016 Mock NBA Draft: Pre-Lottery Edition
By Brian Rauf May 17, 2016


29) San Antonio Spurs - Malcolm Brogdon, Sr., SG, Virginia Cavaliers
6'5", 215 lbs - 18.2 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 3.1 apg

Brogdon is the most Spurs-like prospect since Kawhi Leonard. That's not to say Brogdon has that kind of potential, but his elite basketball IQ and defensive ability, combined with an expansive offensive skill set, make him the perfect fit in San Antonio.

[Drom John]

Daily Chicago Sports Tab: 2016 NBA Mock Draft: Post-Draft Lottery Edition
By Tab Bamford, Tuesday at 8:03 pm [AKA 17 May 2016]

29. San Antonio - Malcolm Brogdon, SG, Virginia

[SAGirl]

http://www.draftexpress.com/article/NBA-Combine-Competitive-Action-Recap-Day-One-5479
17 points, 6 assists, 4 rebounds, 4 steals, 3 turnovers, 6-8 2P, 2-3 3P, 3-4 FT, 24.4 minutes

Coming off an ultra-productive four-year career at Virginia, Malcolm Brogdon (http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Malcolm-Brogdon-42107/) played an impressive, efficient game, scoring 17 points on only eight shots, while contributing in a handful of different areas. The 23-year-old two-guard looked like the best pure basketball player among all four 5-on-5 teams as he was able to distribute as the primary ball handler, knock down open shots, and finish over length and through contact all while locking up on the defensive end.

There's not a ton of flash to Brogdon's game – he's not an explosive athlete and he doesn't have the most beautiful shooting stroke – but he's been a winner at every level (his team won by 40 points on Thursday) and most certainly stood out as the most NBA-ready player to play 5-on-5. At 6' 5.5” with a 6' 10.5” wingspan and a strong 223-pound frame, Brogdon found some success playing on the ball on Thursday, especially out of ball screens.

He doesn't exactly turn the corner in isolation situations, but he showed that he's a sound ball handler versus pressure and has the IQ to facilitate against a variety of pick and roll coverages. Brogdon may not be loaded with upside but he has a winning mentality, is a tremendous defender, can make standstill jumpers and knows how to make up for some of his athletic limitations as a half-court scorer. He's a safe pick for a team in the late first or early second round, and could very well rise with more strong performances during the pre-draft process.

[Drom John]

The Salt Lake Tribune: The Salt Lake Tribune’s NBA mock draft: Version I
By BRENNAN SMITH | The Salt Lake Tribune
First Published May 23 2016 12:00PM • Last Updated May 23 2016 12:56 pm


29. San Antonio Spurs • Virginia SG Malcolm Brogdon

Brogdon is one of the older prospects in this draft, but is a lock down defender and a good shooter. He fits the mentality of the Spurs and could be a steal at this spot.

[benefactor]

It's official...someone is taking this guy in the early 20's ahead of SA.

[bluebellmaniac]

It's official...someone is taking this guy in the early 20's ahead of SA.

Did he get a promise?

[TrainOfThought5]

It's official...someone is taking this guy in the early 20's ahead of SA.

I guess that leaves Thon Maker for us and our world class development staff.

[Snaq O'Meal]

I'd love to see the Spurs draft this guy, but unfortunately his stock is rising now.

[Drom John]

The Hoop Doctors: Post-Lottery 2016 NBA Mock Draft
Ryan Bawek, May 28, 2016


29. Spurs, Malcolm Brogdon, Virginia

Brogdon is a natural born leader and a very intelligent four year player that was well coached at Virginia and shot about 40% at three in his senior season while being a high-level defender. Doesn’t he sound like a Spur to you?

[DPG21920]

Future Centerpiece.

[Snaq O'Meal]

Future Centerpiece.

He's a different player compared to the original Centerpiece. Brogdon actually won Defensive Player of the Year accolades, has effectively guarded quick guys like Cat Barber to long ones like Brandon Ingram, and his playmaking mirrors that of Andre Miller (see http://www.nba.com/celtics/news/sidebar/misc-051216-nba-draft-combine-day-1-takeaways).

[Drom John]

BigThreeSports: NBA Mock Draft and Big Board 1.0
June 1, 2016

29 Spurs Malcolm Brogden

[Drom John]

Bleacher Report: 2016 NBA Mock Draft: Analyzing Riskiest Prospects and 1st-Round Predictions
By Rob Goldberg , Featured Columnist Jun 9, 2016

29 San Antonio Spurs Malcolm Brogdon SF Virginia

[spursince#99]

I'm not a fan. He lacks speed and athleticism.

[Snaq O'Meal]

I'm not a fan. He lacks speed and athleticism.

I hope all the other teams think the same way despite Brogdon recording the fastest shuttle run time and a 35.5" max vert in the NBA Draft Combine.

[objective]

Weren't all the vert numbers too suspect to take seriously after the shenanigans with the standing reach measurements?

[MaNu4Tres]

Ceiling is centerpiece Keith Bogans or Udoka.

[Snaq O'Meal]

Brogdon’s ‘Spur’ game

Virginia guard Malcolm Brogdon is smart enough not to dismiss a pro projection of him fitting the Spurs or not take the chance to embrace where he was working out Friday.

“They play a great brand a basketball,” Brogdon said of the Spurs. “I think that’s definitely a compliment. I’d like to be a Suns or Spur. Whoever will give me an opportunity, I’d love to play for them.

There is a reason Brogdon has such a mature, refined approach. He turned 23 in December on the way to becoming Virginia’s first ACC Player of the Year since Ralph Sampson in 1983.

At 6-6 and 223 pounds, Brogdon averaged 18.2 points, 4.1 rebounds and 3.1 assists while improving his 3-point shooting to 39.1 percent this year. Since the season, he has worked on having a higher release point for his jump shot.

“In these workouts, I’m focusing on being competitive and being the most competitive on the floor and playing defense,” Brogdon said after Friday's draft workout in Phoenix. “I think that’s my calling card.”

Defense and shooting worked well for former Virginia teammate Justin Anderson, last year's No. 21 draft pick who played well at the end of last season for Dallas. Brogdon, also a sturdy off-guard, can defend either backcourt spot with nimble movement that he showed with the fastest shuttle run time at the NBA draft combine.

“Brogdon’s defense is pretty impressive,” Suns general manager Ryan McDonough said. “He moves his feet well. He’s really strong. He’s got good length. I think most importantly he’s got the defensive mentality where he doesn’t want to let his guys score. I mean one-on-one, he’s tough. He gets up into the ball-handler, using his hands and length. He contends every shot.”

Source: http://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/nba/suns/2016/05/28/deandre-bembry-breaks-out-versatility-nba-draft/85060858/

[Drom John]

Chat Sports: 2016 NBA Mock Draft - Version 5.0
By Brian Rauf June 23, 2016

Last sentence added in quote.


29) San Antonio Spurs - Malcolm Brogdon, Sr., SG, Virginia Cavaliers
6'5", 215 lbs - 18.2 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 3.1 apg

Brogdon is the most Spurs-like prospect since Kawhi Leonard. That's not to say Brogdon has that kind of potential, but his elite basketball IQ and defensive ability, combined with an expansive offensive skill set, make him the perfect fit in San Antonio. The Spurs also need backcourt help with Tony Parker aging and Danny Green coming off a bad season, and Brogdon would provide them with immediate depth.

[Snaq O'Meal]

Congratulations on winning the Rookie of the Year award, Malcolm. I hope you'll remain a Spurs fan despite PATFO not wanting you.

[Chinook]

Wanted Brogdon, but I prefer Murray at this point.

[CGD]

Ditto, wanna see what we get from Murray at this point.

And I'm a UVA guy.