The Sixer Sense
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2019 NBA Draft Big Board 1.0

By Christopher Kline

ATLANTA, GA - MARCH 28: Nassir Little #10 of Orlando Christian Prep drives against Zion Williamson #12 of Spartanburg Day School during the 2018 McDonald's All American Game at Philips Arena on March 28, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GA - MARCH 28: Nassir Little #10 of Orlando Christian Prep drives against Zion Williamson #12 of Spartanburg Day School during the 2018 McDonald's All American Game at Philips Arena on March 28, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /
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MURRAY, KY – NOVEMBER 13: Murray State guard Temetrius “Ja” Morant (12) shoots a free throw during the college basketball game between the Murray State Racers and Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders on November 13, 2017 at the CFSB Center in Murray, KY. (Photo by Stephen Furst/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
MURRAY, KY – NOVEMBER 13: Murray State guard Temetrius “Ja” Morant (12) shoots a free throw during the college basketball game between the Murray State Racers and Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders on November 13, 2017 at the CFSB Center in Murray, KY. (Photo by Stephen Furst/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

Morant flew under the radar at Murray State last season, quietly putting together a strong freshman campaign. He averaged 12.3 points and 6.5 assists per game, leading his team to the NCAA Tournament in the process.

As one of the most athletic guards in college basketball, Morant is bound to catch the eye of NBA scouts. He’s capable of making explosive plays off the bounce, using a quick, explosive first step to beat collegiate defenders.

His three-point shot is still a work-in-progress, but there’s reason to believe he can improve. His volume of assists (6.5) to turnovers (2.3) is also a promising sign for a freshman guard who was asked to carry a sizable load. He will only get better next season.

An upper-tier athlete with advanced playmaking potential, Morant will tear things up at the mid-major level next season. Expect NBA folks to be paying attention.