2014 NBA Mock Draft: An in-depth look at both rounds
By Joe Nardone
Apr 5, 2014; Arlington, TX, USA; Florida Gators center Patric Young (4) shoots the ball against Connecticut Huskies forward DeAndre Daniels (2) during the second half during the semifinals of the Final Four in the 2014 NCAA Mens Division I Championship tournament at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Steppig, NCAA Photos/Pool via USA TODAY Sports
44. Minnesota Timberwolves — Patric Young, C, Florida
H: 6′ 10″ W: 247 lbs DOB: 02/01/1992
2013-14 NCAA (39 GP) 11.0 PPG 6.2 RPG 0.8 APG 22.3 PER
I told you that the T-Wolves are going to draft some big guys. So, why not Patric Young out of Florida?
People were hoping for a bigger jump in production out of Young this past season, but it is worth noting that Florida plays a pretty balanced offensive system, which makes his scoring output not a concern. What should worry potential NBA teams, though, is the fact that a 6’10” center only averaged 6.2 boards a game.
Patric Young does have some potential, though. Most big men are riddled with the disease of upside, too. So I don’t know how intriguing of a prospect that makes him. Either way, though, Minnesota is going to need to add some bigs to their roster if they decide to move Kevin Love. — Joe