Bio

Hometown: Lubbock, Texas

School: Texas Tech

Class: Sophmore

Age: 20

Ht: 6’6″

Wt: 194 lbs

Wingspan: 6’9.5″

Vertical: NA

Facts to Know

247 Sports ranked him as the 312th best player in his class in 2017
First Texas Tech player to ever win Big 12 Conference Player of the Year
Father is the team chaplain and says the prayer for TTU before every game

Athleticism

Pros

Length helps defensive potential
Modern NBA body size
Aggressive runner in the key

Cons

Not very explosive for size
Skinny frame
Stiff when isolated on offense
Average lateral quickness

Grade: B

NBA Skills

Pros

Versatile on offense and defense
Underrated passer
Threat to score all over the court
Can be effective without the ball
Changes pace to set up defenders

Cons

Often settles for mid-range shot
Inconsistent finisher at the rim

Grade: A-

Production

Pros

Led Texas Tech in points, rebounds, and assists per game
7.1 rebounds per game
Solid FG% for SG (46.1%)
Elite defensive rating (86.7)
2.1 fouls per game

Cons

Only averaged 3.7 FTs a game
Low offensive rating

Grade: A-

Risk

Pros

Big 12 Player of Year and All-American
Plays at best with NBA spacing
Will adjust play to fit system
High floor with versatility

Cons

Struggled in Final Four games
Average athletic movements
Ceiling of a No.2 option

Grade: B+

Overall

Culver burst on to the scene this season by leading Texas Tech to the brink of a national championship. NBA teams admire his team-first style of play and the leadership he displayed throughout the year. His well-rounded game should translate to today’s NBA, and his potential to grow the outside shot is high as well.

Pro Comp: SF Khris Middleton (Milwaukee Bucks)

Prime Destinations: PHX, NOP, CLE

OVERALL Grade: B+