Marquette’s Nigel James Jr is set to be one of the most intriguing returning NBA Draft prospects in college basketball next season.
James had a standout Freshman season where he averaged 16/3/5 and 2 SPG, while also shooting 47% from the field and 35% from three. James also averaged 19/4/6 while shooting 49% from the field and 39% from three in Big East play.
James is set to be one of the best players in all of college basketball next season with his mix of finishing, shooting, athleticism, playmaking, defensive versatility, pace, and motor.
James had one of the highest rim pressure rates for a High Major Freshman ever and uses his burst, handle, pace, and athleticism to get to his spots and create for himself and his teammates. James is also a high level off ball player who shot 45% on catch and shoot threes and in the defensive end is extremely active.
Nigel and Trae Young were also the only freshmen since 2008 to have an AST% of 35, make 100 shots at the rim, and make 40 threes.