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Ohio State center Kaleb Wesson emerged as a strong pick-and-pop option last season in college and a viable floor spacer but dealt with weight concerns during his time in Columbus. Based on a recent report, though, he has seemingly squashed those doubts.
According to Jonathan Wasserman of Bleacher Report, Wesson shed nearly 20 pounds ahead of the NBA draft. He has slimmed down from 270 pounds to about 254 pounds after a strong pre-draft training regimen that has kept him in shape.
Wesson underwent a massive weight loss prior to the 2019-20 season at Ohio State and the 6-foot-9 product appears to be back at that weight now. His overall game took a massive leap last season on both ends of the floor and is a key reason why he is projected to be a second-round pick.
Hearing Ohio State's Kaleb Wesson is down to 254 lbs from 270 lbs, notable development given questions about his movement. Stretch big man shot 42.5% from three, 44% on pick-and-pops.
— Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) October 26, 2020
Wesson was named to the Second-Team All-Big Ten Team last season after averaging 14 points and 9.3 rebounds in 31 games. He converted on 42.5% of his 3.4 3-point attempts last season and appears to be a good fit in the modern NBA game now.
The NBA draft is scheduled to take place on Nov. 18.
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