I've watched quite a bit of college basketball these past few years (following international prospects) and Yuta Watanabe caught my attention. The Spurs desperately need a rotation SF, so Watanabe fits the bill perfectly. NBA teams regularly attended GW games to scout him and his teammate last year, Tyler Cavanaugh, currently plays for the Hawks. Watanabe's a 2017-18 draft prospect (likely a second rounder if he gets drafted) but will no doubt get a summer league invitation if he doesn't given his ability and NBA connections.
Height: 6-9
Weight: 205
Position: SF (but has played the 2 in a big lineup)
Hometown: Kagawa, Japan
Quick notes
* One of the best defenders in college basketball. 2017-2018 A10 Defensive player of the year; two-time All-defensive team selection.
* Very versatile on both ends. Has played the 2 (in a bigger lineup) and the 4. Can guard 1-4. Guarded opposing team's best player (inc. point guards) for 40 minutes.
* Can score inside and out. Led team in threes made.
* Athletic and quick. An anti-Kyle Anderson. Will attack the rim. Great shot blocker.
* Terrific handles for his size. Known to take it coast to coast.
* Only 4th Japanese to ever play D1 basketball. Has FIBA experience at a young age; played against Parker and Diaw. Will lead Japan at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
* Needs to gain a bit of muscle.
* Selfless. Doesn't have an ego and won't quit on his team
The Spurs have a propensity for finding and developing international gems that fit the system. Yuta Watanabe could be one of them.