Patrick Ngongba II Scouting Report: Duke’s Big Man, NBA Draft Comps to Isaiah Hartenstein, Brad Miller, Wendell Carter Jr., and Day’Ron Sharpe
Duke center Patrick Ngongba II is one of the most efficient big men in college basketball, and on this episode of Locked On NBA Draft we break down his game. The 6'11", 250-pound former top-25 recruit posted a 24.6 PER last season, and he’s off to a big start this year, with 19 points and 8 rebounds per game through Duke’s first two games.We dig into his finishing, his passing, his rebounding, and the questions around his foul rate, free throw shooting, and range. We also get into NBA comparisons to Isaiah Hartenstein, Brad Miller, Wendell Carter Jr., and Day’Ron Sharpe. Which one does he look like most? How much of his game is built on skill and feel, and what does his three-point shot need to become for him to be a true starting-caliber NBA center? We also talk about where he could land on draft boards.Subscribe to Locked On NBA Draft for daily prospect breakdowns, scouting reports, and draft coverage from the No Ceilings team.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYSpice up your season with rich pumpkin flavor and bold cinnamon swagger in every sip. Pumpkin Spice 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots are available for a limited time in stores and on https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.