Rick Bozich of WDRB spoke to a couple of NBA Scouts about some of Kentucky’s players.
The scouts agree that P.J. Washington has played his way into the first round. They also believe Keldon Johnson is a first rounder.
As for Tyler Herro and Ashton Hagans? Perhaps they should stay in school for one more season.
Here is an excerpt:
SCOUT ONE: “I love everything P.J. Washington has done. I love his approach to this season. He’s gotten himself into better shape. He’s shown he can become more of a facilitator while also showing that he can drive the ball into the lane and score. His rebounding and defense have also improved.
“A year ago, he was probably a second-rounder, but he’s played his way into the first round. He’s a leader.
“With Keldon Johnson, the first thing you like is that he plays with a chip on his shoulder. He takes pride in his defense. He’s gotten better with his shot as the season has gone along.
“You’d like to see him get better in all areas, but you could say that about every freshman.
“Tyler Herro has a chance to get drafted, probably more in the second round than the first. He could benefit from another year. But you have to fill 60 spots, and he’ll be considered for one of them if he wants to be, because he can shoot the ball.
“Ashton Hagans is probably a year away. His defense and ball-handling have been solid, but you want to see more from his offensive game.
SCOUT TWO: “P.J. Washington just keeps getting better and better. He’s performing at a very high level right now. He’s rebounding, scoring, defending, making big shots. He’s the force on that team.
“He made a great decision coming back to school, and he’s put himself in position to take advantage of the decision. More guys should pay attention to the lesson of P.J. Washington.
“Keldon Johnson will be a first-round pick and probably a lottery pick, because he’s got a skill that not many other players have. He can make the pull-up mid-range jumper.
