As part of our coverage leading up to the 2015 NBA Draft we will provide profiles of more than 60 prospects, including video interviews with each player, what they're saying leading up to draft day as well as their potential fit on the Bulls.
Sam Dekker, F, Wisconsin
6'9" | 219 lbs. | 21 years old
2014-15 stats:
13.9 points, 5.6 rebounds, 52.5 field-goal percentage, 33.1 3-point percentage
Selection:
First round, 18th overall by the Houston Rockets
NBA
Quotable:
“Consistency is always going to be a question with everybody, but with me, there’s times I go weeks and play very high-level basketball and then I have a few games where I just wouldn’t be as aggressive. I was passive once in a while. That’s just me maturing and just letting things go and having that confidence that I can be a difference maker every night. That comes with growing up, that comes with maturation, and I think I’ve taken a big step and a big leap in that direction and have gotten much better.”
Analysis:
Dekker needs to become a better shooter, but his playmaking skills will help a Rockets team that could lose Corey Brewer this offseason. If his jumper becomes more consistent, he'll be a great fit and an early contributor in Houston.