Bio

Hometown: Seattle, Washington

School: USC

Class: Freshman

Age: 19

Ht: 6’5″

Wt: 212

Wingspan: 6’9″

Vertical: 34″

Facts to Know

Was suspended in January for personal conduct issues, but remained with USC
Went to the same school as Jamal Crawford who has become a father figure
Father was shot and killed helping someone being attacked when Kevin was 4

Athleticism

Pros

Incredibly explosive for a SG
Long arms and wingspan
Strong build; not easy to move
Great leaping ability
Very shifty with the ball in hand
Speed to blow by defenders

Cons

Unbalanced on defense

Grade: A

NBA Skills

Pros

Excellent at creating his own shot
Willing to create for teammates
Can go get a bucket
Will attack off the dribble
Good on ball defender

Cons

Defensive approach needs work

Grade: A

Production

Pros

41.2% from 3-point range
4th best defensive rating on USC

Cons

Shot 52.2% from the line
.77 assist to turnover ratio
Average offensive rating
3.4 fouls per 36 minutes
2.3 assists per 36 minutes

Grade: C+

Risk

Pros

Has NBA players as mentor
Most NBA-style game in the draft

Cons

Suspended in season at USC
Lack of effort is major red flag
Maturity level will turn teams off
Too flashy not fundamental
Injured in February 2019

Grade: C-

Overall

Porter Jr.’s talent has never been the question when evaluating him as a prospect. He can create his own shot better than anyone in the draft and has offensive skills NBA scouts dream about. His off-court issues and general attitude about the game would be the reason he falls in the draft. If he is able to put his heart and soul into having the best career possible, he’ll shine as a NBA player.

Pro Comp: G Caris Levert (Brooklyn Nets)

Prime Destinations: CHI, DET, ATL

OVERALL Grade: B+