In his lone season with the Buckeyes, Branham averaged 13.7 points and shot 49.8 percent, including 41.6 percent from 3. He also was an ace at the free-throw line (83.3 percent). He averaged 2.0 assists, but those numbers belie his playmaking ability. “We put the ball in his hands a lot in closing situations,” said Diebler, whose Buckeyes will play at the Garden in the CBS Classic next season. “Two of his best late-game plays were assists this year. He’s a good creator.” In this NBA era where outside shooting is at a premium, Branham solidified himself as a late-lottery pick. “I feel I’m one of the top shooters in the draft just because I’m so efficient at it and can shoot it at a high clip,” Branham said. “I feel I’m one of the best shooters in the draft.”