Boston Celtics: 3 players team should target in 2018 NBA Draft

PF Mo Wagner- Michigan

Moritz Wagner was one of the most skilled big men in college basketball as his tenure in Ann Arbor.

This past season Wagner finally “popped” and showed the type of player he can truly develop into. For the season Wagner averaged 14 points per game while also putting up 7 rebounds.

Wagner was never thought of as a great prospect due to his weaker frame and lack of physicality, but he proved he can play a harder brand of basketball. His rebounding was much improved as was his defense, and with some wait, Wagner could be a solid stretch big.

The main part of Wagner’s arsenal is his knockdown jumper. Since his freshman season, Wagner has shot over 39 percent from beyond the arc. He is also great around the basket. Wagner offers a nice hook shot, and can physically will himself to the basket.

He can’t really drive to the rim due to his lack of athleticism, but on the low post-Wagner offers great shooting ability and regularly finishes contested shots.

The main issue with Wagner is what he will translate to at the next level. At the collegiate level, he was a top 20 player in the country. But due to his using his hight to his advantage, scouts wonder if he can be anymore then a spot-up shooter.

He reminds me of a Steve Novak, Mo Speights hybrid. If he can develop and work on his game though, he can exceed those levels of play.