As soon as Young started to struggle, the media tore him down just as quickly as they built him up. The Sooners were so heavily reliant on Young’s creation, though, that basing your analysis entirely on those struggles would be misguided.
Even during up-and-down conference play, Young showed the kind of skill that makes him the top point guard (outside of Luka Doncic, of course) in this draft class. It’s not just his shooting either. He’s also an advanced playmaker, making brilliant reads in the pick-and-roll and flashing passing chops that Sexton and Gilgeous-Alexander aren’t close to matching.
He’s a defensive liability whose thin frame could cause issues at the next level. That’s true. But running him off the ball and adding more variety to his offensive responsibilities should make Young one of the most impactful offensive players in this class.