NBA Draft 2020: Big Board 4.0
29. Cassius Winston, guard, Michigan State
Another Michigan State product, and another prospect who should quickly land on his feet at the next level. Cassius Winston has been a bonafide collegiate superstar for two seasons now, and spent four largely productive years in East Lansing. He was a winning player through and through.
Winston is undersized at 6-foot-1, but a strong frame and a 6-foot-6 wingspan make up some of that ground defensively. He also has a well-documented competitive edge. Offensively, Winston can bomb 3s and playmake for others without committing copious amounts of turnovers. That, normally, is indicative of a good NBA player.
A lot of contenders late in the first round — and even early in the second round — are in need of guard help. Someone like Winston, who can space the floor, benefit others, and is a proven winner, should not have a hard time charming front offices.