Kira Lewis Jr. — Alabama
Sophomore – guard – 6-foot-3 – 165 lbs
Curry’s injury absence has proved the Golden State Warriors desperately need an option behind their two-time Most Valuable Player. Although the combination of Ky Bowman, Jordan Poole and Damion Lee has flashed at times, the Warriors could eye a young point guard in the draft. Enter Alabama’s Kira Lewis Jr.
On his way to a First-Team All-SEC nod, Lewis averaged 18.5 points per game on 45.9% shooting from the field. In his second season in Tuscaloosa, the Crimson Tide guard added 5.2 assists and 4.8 rebounds per game.
The Alabama sophomore is so fast; the term “speedster” might not do him justice. In the open court, Lewis Jr. accelerates into a blur from baseline to baseline. Lewis Jr. uses his quick first step to blast past defenders at the top of the pick and roll.
Via @jackfrank_jjf on Twitter:
My goodness, Kira Lewis. The speed, the change of direction, the Euro-step. So good. pic.twitter.com/NZsx86v5kN
— Jackson Frank (@jackfrank_jjf) April 11, 2020
Lewis Jr. is a quick processor when running the Alamaba offense. If his teammate has a second of daylight — the point guard isn’t afraid to rifle it across the court. Despite his exciting style, Lewis Jr.’s fast play can lead to turnovers and reckless finishes at the basket.
The lethal speed of Lewis Jr. would provide Golden State with a crafty change of pace weapon behind Curry.
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