Saddiq Bey — Villanova
Sophomore – Forward – 6-foot-8 – 216 lbs
After having success with Eric Paschall in 2019, the Warriors could turn back to Villanova 2020. Saddiq Bey’s knack for knocking down the open jumper from deep would help him fit perfectly in the Bay Area.
In his Sophomore season in Jay Wright’s program, Bey led the Wildcats with 16.1 points per game on 47.7% shooting from the field.
Once his feet are set, Bey shows off his clean jumper from deep. The Maryland native shot 45.1% from beyond the arc while adding 4.2 rebounds per game. Bey drilled four or more triples in 10 games for Villanova this season. Against Georgetown, the forward hit eight 3-pointers on his way to scoring a career-high 33 points.
Via @NBADraftWass on Twitter:
Ridiculous shooting from Villanova's Saddiq Bey against Georgetown. Scored 33 on 8-10 3PT while spending good amount of time defending the 6-2, energetic Mac McClung.
Strong 6-8 forward, now up to 44.6% 3PT, 63% TS, 38 assists to 20 TOs. Building a 1st-round case. pic.twitter.com/6i16LzQ2VG
— Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) January 13, 2020
Bey had a nice offensive toolbox to break down defenders when he’s not letting it fly from long distance. To get to the rim, the 21-year-old throws a bevy of moves at his opponents with a veteran-like approach.
Bey could immediately contribute as a reliable catch and shoot option in Kerr’s offense. With his mix of shooting and willing passing at 6-foot-8, Bey could be the missing link to the Warriors’ new-look “death lineup.”
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