Draft Scouting Report
Rating: 70
Pro Comparison: Anthony Gill
Summary
A homegrown prospect who barely played as a freshman, Joplin stuck things out at Marquette and emerged as a valuable piece who started every game during his last two years on campus. A hybrid forward with faceup ability, he’s got just enough tools to give him a chance at securing a spot on an NBA roster.
About
- Named to All-Big East Third team this season
- Earned Big East Sixth Man of the Year honors in 2022-23
- Ranked as the No. 84 prospect in the class of 2021 by 247Sports.
Strengths
- Creates matchup problems with his ability to play as a small ball four man or a big wing.
- Outstanding in the pick and roll. Per Synergy he finished in the 84th percentile nationally as both a P&R ball handler and roll man.
- Has a strong frame and is a functional athlete who can play through contact
Weaknesses
- While he could create matchup problems in college, he is a major tweener at the NBA level.
- Not the most poppy athlete and doesn’t make a lot of plays at the rim. Per Synergy, only eight of his 159 points at the rim came via dunks or tips.
- It’s tough to define the one outlying skill that could give him a role on an NBA roster.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-8, 225 lbs |
| Birthplace: Milwaukee, WI |
| Class: Senior |