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NCAA Draft 2020: Biggest rising and falling stocks at end of non-conference

By Daniel Priest

LAHAINA, HI - NOVEMBER 26: Obi Toppin #1 of the Dayton Flyers celebrates after throwing down a dunk during the second half against the Virginia Tech Hokies at the Lahaina Civic Center on November 26, 2019 in Lahaina, Hawaii. (Photo by Darryl Oumi/Getty Images)
LAHAINA, HI - NOVEMBER 26: Obi Toppin #1 of the Dayton Flyers celebrates after throwing down a dunk during the second half against the Virginia Tech Hokies at the Lahaina Civic Center on November 26, 2019 in Lahaina, Hawaii. (Photo by Darryl Oumi/Getty Images) /
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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – MARCH 14: Head coach Andy Enfield of the USC Trojans (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – MARCH 14: Head coach Andy Enfield of the USC Trojans (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) /

Rising – Onyeka Okungwu

The freshman forward has been a pleasant surprise to start off the season for the Trojans and he is continuing to raise his profile.

USC has been regarded in the past for the recruitment of the Mobley brother’s, Evan (high school senior this year) and Isaiah (freshman on USC now), but it’s been Okungwu who has stood out for the Trojans so far this season.

The former Chino Hills big man is averaging 18.4 and 9.0 rebounds per game on the season and has looked super impressive out of the gates.

The offense has been a great development, but where Okungwu will really set himself apart will be the value he’s going to offer on the defensive end of the floor. He already had eight blocks in a game this season, and is carrying impressive averages of 2.7 blocks and 1.4 steals per game.

In theory, Okungwu has the athletic ability to protect the rim as a shot blocker, and the foot speed and agility to stay with guards in space. That versatility is perfect for the new age NBA.

If Okungwu continues to play offense the way he has so far, NBA Front Offices will fall in love with him as a prospect combing those exploits with his defense and motor.

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