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2025 NBA Draft scouting report: Sion James, G, Duke

Related Topics: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope

Summary: James is a versatile defender who sets a tone with his hustle, and after years of laying bricks he’s worked hard to become a dead-eye, spot-up shooter. And he brings much more than shooting as a crafty playmaker who keeps the ball moving. But without the handle of a primary creator, it’s critical he sustains his newfound success as a shooter.

Comparisons: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, De’Anthony Melton

Strengths

Improved shooter: James made only 29.1% of his 148 catch-and-shoot 3s over his first three college seasons before making 39.