By John Raslowsky, PSO Director of Basketball Scouting
Jun 16, 2019

Bio

Hometown: Scottsdale, Arizona

School: Washington

Class: Senior

Age: 22

Ht: 6’5

Wt: 201

Wingspan: 7’0

Vertical: NA

Facts to Know

1st Washington player to win Naismith Defensive Player of the Year
Broke PAC-12 record for steals in a season (110 by Jason Kidd in 1993)
Started all 129 games over 4-year career at Washington

Athleticism

Pros

Massive Wingspan
Very quick in tight windows
Incredible anticipation
Uses both hands well
Speed to get out in transition

Cons

Smaller frame at 200 pounds for 6’5
Over-aggressive tendencies

Grade: A-

NBA Skills

Pros

High basketball IQ
Neutralizes opposing star
Solid offensive transition game
All-world defender

Cons

Tries to do too much on offense
Must improve shooting
Forced ball lead to turnovers

Grade: B+

Production

Pros

Naismith and PAC-12 Defensive Player of Year
Multiple games with 5+ steals and blocks
14th best defensive rating in the NCAA

Cons

Poor assist to turnover ratio
Sub par 3PT percentage (30%)
Average offensive rating and usage rate
Mediocre box score stats

Grade: B-

Risk

Pros

Already has pro level instincts
Immediate impact defender
High motor, always hustling

Cons

Shrunk in spotlight
Offensive liability
Minimal play making abilities
Not heavy enough to guard bigger forwards

Grade: B-

Overall

After a stellar career at Washington, Thybulle is ready to bring his defensive prowess to the NBA. Thybulle embodies the “grinder” mentality that many franchises strive to emulate. His offensive game has some catching up to do but his natural defensive abilities combined with his high basketball IQ and maturity should make him an instant contributor.

Pro Comp: Tony Allen

Prime Destinations: PHI, IND, BRK

OVERALL Grade: B

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