2016 NBA Mock Draft: How high can Marquese Chriss climb?

38. <p>Once upon a time, Kentucky freshman Skal Labissiere was considered a potential top pick in the NBA draft, but after a difficult season in Lexington, the 20-year-old prospect’s stock is quite volatile heading into June. What makes Labissiere such an attractive potential pro is his combination of size, mobility and shooting stroke. At nearly 7-0 with a 7-2.5 wingspan, he has the length to play either the power forward or center spot in the NBA (although he’ll fit better as a power forward because of his slight frame). He moves well defensively, but his lack of awareness is one of the reasons he couldn’t stay on the court for the Wildcats this season. Still, Labissiere did manage to average an impressive 4.2 blocks per 40 minutes while racking up block rate of 10.3 percent, one of the best in the class.</p> <p>Offensively, there are few (if any) big men in the draft with a better looking jump shot than the Kentucky product. He doesn’t yet have consistent three-point range, but it’s hard not to imagine him developing it with a bit more practice. He should excel in the pick-and-pop game at the next level.</p> <p>The questions surrounding Labissiere relate to his basketball IQ and toughness. Like Marquese Chriss, he is a poor rebounder for his position, and if he continues to commit fouls at a similar rate to that of his freshman season (7.6 per 40 minutes), he’ll struggle to stay on the court. Still, Labissiere has the talent to be a very good stretch four at the next level.</p> <p><em>To read more about Skal Labissiere, <a href=. PF. Kentucky. Skal Labissiere . 11. player