Analysts continue to applaud Lewis’ speed, ability to move the ball and his ability to make big plays. Is starting to experiment a bit with sidesteps, step-backs, and off-dribble jumpers from deep, In instances involving a slight backwards lean, Kira’s shot is much more prone to rimming short. Could do much better to use elite quickness as leverage. There’s no doubt that Lewis’ NBA career will be exciting to watch. 2020 NBA Draft: Kira Lewis Jr. - Scouting Report. On film, he fairly regularly shows the ability to use his defensive instincts to get into passing lanes and disrupt plays.What he doesn’t seem to possess is superior length. Courtesy of Basketball-Reference and Synergy Sports Technology: Eight games into the ’19-20 season, there are strong signals that Kira’s overall profile manifests into an off-the-bench secondary initiator type at the next level, plausibly never reaching a net positive on either end. Does he have potential for eventual post play? Analysts continue to applaud Lewis’ speed, ability to move the ball and his ability to make big plays. So much so that even Jeremy Woo of Bleacher Report sees the former Alabama point guard as the 12th best player in the 2020 NBA Draft class. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. But still, we’re talking about an added 10 to 15 additional pounds before Lewis Jr. would even be approaching the lightest players in the NBA, most of whom are three to four inches shorter than him. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. According to this mock draft by Hoops Hype, Lewis would be drafted by the Orlando Magic in the 2020 NBA draft. Kira Lewis Jr. - PG - Alabama - NBA Draft Profile and Stats Probably won’t happen comparisons: John Wall (similar bodies, both possess end-to-end lighting quickness; Wall possesses superior vision), Ja Morant (similar body-types, both play at similar paces; Morant plays above the rim more often, possesses superior vertical ability; Morant possesses superior vision)Possibly could happen comparisons: Anfernee Simons (Lewis Jr. is more of a natural lead guard, Simons is more of a combo-guard), Elfrid Payton (Lewis Jr. is a more natural shooter/scorer), Dennis Schroder, — Really crafty/adept at finishing at the rim (seems to favor using his right hand from either side of the cup)— An absolute blur with the ball in his hands in transition, his coast-to-coast speed is elite for this class— Finds teammates with ease off the dribble, his gravity off the bounce pulls defenders/creates opportunities for others— Has an advanced handle, ability to beat defenders off the dribble with or without a screen, continuing to develop his floater will be a huge swing-factor in his development— Potential to be a lethal pick-and-roll player in the NBA (if shot holds up)— Body is obviously very light, but he possess positive defensive instincts and uses speed to jump passing lanes (13 games with 6+ rebounds, 10 games with 3+ steals in ‘19)— Shows nice balance/solid shot mechanics, uses lower-half well into his shot, shot-release point is a bit too lowBest films of the season:February 8th, at Georgia: 37 points (12-21 FGA’s, 10-15 FTA’s, 3-6 3PTA’s), 7 assists, 5 reboundsFebruary 25th, at Mississippi State: 29 points (11-19 FGA’s, 4-8 3PTA’s), 7 rebounds. It’s not uncommon for young point guards to struggle with the physicality of the NBA early in their careers. Some project him as a lottery pick, while others still have him within range of the Philadelphia 76ers at 21. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. As both can constitute traveling violations, will Kira start to be penalized and second-guess his setups? Powered by Minute Media © 2020 All Rights Reserved. Kira’s C&S numbers may be affected at the next level versus faster, longer defenses, Does not generate vertical pop to the degree you’d hope given quick-twitch abilities—Kira’s slashing sequences often gloss over the “load and release” portion as he is moving too fast horizontally to get the lift he is capable of.