NBA Draft 2018: 5 potential sleepers to watch

2. Jerome Robinson

Jerome Robinson returned for his junior season at Boston College and reaped the benefits. The 6-foot-4 shooting guard flashes elite speed and potent catch-and-shoot ability from deep. He lacks the defensive versatility but is capable of defending either guard position as long as it is not his primary role.

Robinson’s speed unlocks drive-and-kick potential with his ability to blow by defenders. His newly discovered understanding of court awareness and spacing improved his passing ability. His passing still has a long way to go. Additionally, he shows promise as a slasher able to really stress a defense. Already a threat with the ball in his hands in transition, his speed may help unveil transition defense potential.

His shooting ability is undoubtedly his best asset. Shooting a pristine 83 percent from the free throw line, Robinson boasts an even more impressive 40.9 percent mark from three. Elite shooting is at an all-time premium and something that will keep him on the floor provided the opportunity.

Robinson effectively defended players who lack passing ability such as Tyus Battle. However, more advanced offensive opponents prove a challenge. His footwork is sporadic and messy at times limiting his ability to defend basic occurrences such as a change in direction on the drive. One major concern is his lateral quickness. Frequently, pick-and-roll situations turn sour leaving him in the dust when he must display his lateral mobility.

Robinson possesses NBA ready skills that any team benefits from. Moreover, his drastic improvement over the past year offers confidence to NBA teams in their ability to develop him.