2019 NBA Draft: Second-round sleepers and potential value picks

Tremont Waters, LSU

21 years old | Guard | 5-foot-10.75 | 172.4 lbs 

Stats (SO): 15.3 ppg (.430/.327/.813), 2.8 rpg, 5.8 apg, 2.9 spg

Tremont Waters is one of the shortest players in this draft class and that will likely hurt his stock during this coming week. How his frame will translate to the next level, though, seems to be one of the only concerns regarding his potential at the next level. Waters was one of the best pure point guards in the nation over the past two seasons and he brings a remarkably well-rounded skill set to the table. On the offensive end of the floor, he showcases great vision and the understanding of when to find the open teammate and when to attack himself.

As a scorer, Waters is a remarkable shooter off the dribble. Although his shooting percentages might not show it, he can be a dangerous threat from beyond the arc. Due to his shooting, quickness, and vision, Waters projects as a strong ball handler in the pick-and-roll at the next level. He might not be a particularly great finisher at the rim but is quite creative with getting his shots off inside the lane.

Waters might not be a great rebounder for his position, but he is still able to push the pace in transition quite well due to his elite-level speed. Defensively, many are wary about his short frame but he makes up for this with his instincts and harassing mentality. Waters has the ability to stay in front of just about any guard, has quick hands, and reads passing lanes remarkably well. He is an opportunistic defender but he does pick those spots well. Waters averaged nearly three steals per game as a sophomore.