Top 7 prospects on the Sixers’ Summer League roster
4. Cameron Oliver
Oliver went undrafted in 2017 despite earning second-round grades from most draft analysts. After spending some time with the Sixers’ G-League affiliate last season, Oliver now seems well-positioned to get an NBA opportunity next season.
At 6-foot-8, Oliver projects as a small-ball five who can space the floor, fill the lane in transition and bring energy on the defensive end. His strong frame allows him to contain bigger fives, while his mobility allows him to survive on switches.
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In a league that preaches versatility, Oliver has always looked to part of a serviceable reserve and complimentary piece. He possesses a lot of quality role player traits — setting good screens, making hard cuts to the rim and playing unselfishly.
Much like McCullough, Oliver deserves attention from the Sixers due to their lack of frontcourt depth. If Holmes doesn’t work out and Embiid or Johnson gets hurt, the Sixers need somebody other than Bolden to compete for minutes at the five.
Oliver is the perfect two-way contract candidate and somebody who has a legitimate future in the NBA. He should have been drafted last season and is more than capable of carving out playing time at the next level.