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NBA Draft Prospect Watch: Houston's Arafan Diane
Houston's Arafan Diane: throwback paint scorer with NBA potential.
In brief
Houston's Arafan Diane: throwback paint scorer with NBA potential. Arafan Diane, a 7-foot 280-pound freshman prospect, averages 18 points and 14 rebounds in FIBA tournaments with over 55% field goal accuracy but faces defensive challenges in the NBA. Originally reported by NBA Draft On SI.
Arafan Diane
Arafan Diane is a throwback paint spectacle from Iowa United Prep.
All-American Selections
Diane earned McDonald's All American, Jordan Brand Classic, and Nike Hoop Summit selections.
FIBA Tournament Stats
In his brief FIBA tournament career, he averaged 18 points and 14 rebounds on over 55% field goal accuracy.
Underrated Big Man
Diane is one of the most underrated bigs in this freshman class due to his glaring physique.
Physical Dominance
Listed at 7-foot and 280-pounds, he carves space under the basket and draws fouls without dribbling.
Defensive Challenges
Diane struggles with changing directions and guarding in space due to his high center of gravity.
NBA Outlook
His NBA success depends on mobility and conditioning to play long stretches.
At a glance
Arafan Diane, a 7-foot 280-pound freshman prospect, averages 18 points and 14 rebounds in FIBA tournaments with over 55% field goal accuracy but faces defensive challenges in the NBA.
