NBA Draft 2020 Big Board: Updated top 60 player rankings

41. Elijah Hughes – Syracuse – 6’6, 215 lbs  – March 1998

Hughes was sneakily one of the better scorers in the ACC last season at 19 points per game. His three-point percentage dropped but that’s likely to an increase in sheer volume (seven attempts per game). He’s not the best athlete but had good finishing numbers around the rim.

Hughes doesn’t classify as a “three-and-D” player due to the fact that he’s just average as a defender. He’s stiff at times and lacks elite movement skills. Wings are needed in the NBA and Hughes can be a reserve wing if he continues to shoot and score effectively.

42. Tre Jones – Duke – 6’3, 185 lbs – January 2000

Jones made a somewhat surprising decision to return for his sophomore season. While he actually produced, winning ACC Player of the Year, his draft stock stayed similar. Jones has always impressed me with his passing, going back to when I first saw him live in the 2017 Nike EYBL, but he doesn’t have much potential as a scorer. He isn’t an elite finisher or scorer and lacks elite burst to go by defenders. Jones is still a high-IQ player that plays hard on both ends. He’s an intelligent player too, but he’ll need one bankable skill to stick as a backup guard.

43. Udoka Azubuike – Kansas – 7’0, 270 lbs – September 1999

Azubuike is one of the biggest players in this draft. He has a 7’7 wingspan and a 37-inch standing vertical. Aside from his sheer physicality, Azubuike doesn’t have the skills needed for a modern center. He’s right hand dominant as a finisher, and cannot shoot or pass. Still, his sheer size and continued improvements should warrant him a roster spot. Certain matchups may allow Azubuike to come in with his size and make an impact.

44. Cassius Stanley – Duke – 6’6, 193 lbs – August 1999

Stanley is one of the best leapers in the draft, registering a 44 inch vertical at the combine a few weeks ago. The rest of Stanley’s game isn’t quite there yet. He’s a fine catch-and-shoot shooter but struggles off the dribble and movement. His handle is rather pedestrian right now as well. Stanley is also older for his grade, which brings into question how much more he can develop. If the shot stays consistent though, Stanley could have utility as a three-and-D wing off the bench.

45. Paul Eboua – Pesoas – 6’8, 209 lbs – February 2000

Eboua is an intriguing prospect with his 7’3 wingspan. In the “A” Italy league, he showed tremendous defensive versatility. He can switch onto a few different frontcourt positions. He’s got a good frame as well. The question is what can he do on the offensive end. Eboua was a non-shooter last season. His passing isn’t quite there yet either with a negative assist to turnover ratio. Eboua is a young player though with intriguing length. He will need G-League time but there’s a chance he eventually carves out a bench role.