With the No. 22 pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, the Boston Celtics selected Tennessee forward Grant Williams.
Williams was spectacular in his junior year, keeping the Vols in the top 10 throughout the season and then leading them to the Sweet 16 before falling to Purdue.
It was a special season for the gritty superstar, who averaged a team-leading 18.8 points and 7.5 rebounds in addition to 3.2 assists, 1.1 steals, and 1.5 blocks in 37 appearances.
The 6-foot-8 Williams also added several awards to his trophy case. He was voted SEC Player of the Year and was a consensus first-team All-American.
Bio
Position: F
School: Tennessee
College Experience: Junior
Height: 6-foot-8
Weight: 240 lbs.
Wingspan: 6-foot-10
Max Vertical: 31.5 inches
Strengths
- An absolute brute. Overpowers plenty of opponents, and should continue to do so in the NBA.
- Excellent defensive instincts. Has great timing when playing passing lanes and will get his fair share of blocked shots despite his lack of length.
- High-IQ player who could eventually be a difference-maker on a championship contender.
- Great touch on his free throws, which provides hope for his outside shooting.
Weaknesses
- May struggle against impressive athleticism due to lack of length and verticality.
- Needs to become a more consistent perimeter shooter.
