Across 10 games played this season, the 22-year-old is now averaging 11.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 1.5 steals per contest. He is also constantly relocating in order to get open. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. [7] He had 20 points in a 9450 win over San Diego on 9 January 2020. Probably the most fun skill in the class for me. They dont have a towering or athletic big of previous seasons but thats not a problem. Ayayi served as Lakeland's leading rebounder and top scorer off the bench during Thursday's defeat, and he also posted his third double-double of the 2022-23 campaign. Solid handle. He has an excellent stance and positions himself perfectly to cut off drivers. He moves his feet well and can cut opponents off, forcing them into jump shots. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. He played college basketball for the Gonzaga Bulldogs. 2000 Joel Ayayi declares for NBA draft: 'A Zag forever', Gonzaga, Baylor dominate AP All-America teams, Zags, Bears remain 1-2 in poll; top 5 unchanged, Gonzaga's Ayayi to come back for junior season, Zags' Ayayi to test NBA draft, won't hire agent, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He stands up out of his defensive stance too often which leads to him getting beat. His 3-point range extends way past the three-point line and almost into logo territory. Frequently guarding small forwards, staying active on the glass, and getting in the passing lanes with good instincts, he held his own defensively despite giving up strength in many and matchups and size in others. Get a new profile of our College Basketball International Picks, Bordeaux, France 03.05.00 65 180lbs Wing-Guard / 67 Wingspan (*2017 by DraftExpress)RS Junior at Gonzaga / 2020 WCC Tournament MVP + 2 Bronze Medals with France Youth-Teams2020-21 Season: 11.8pts, 7.0rbs, 3.0ass, 1.2stls / Fist Triple-Double in Gonzagas history. Shot creation upside. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onAll College Basketball and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. Ayayi recorded nine points (3-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds and three assists across 28 minutes during Wednesday's 133-102 loss to the Blue. Showing improvement moving off the ball and as a jump shooter, his growth from his sophomore year was part of what made Gonzaga so potent on the offensive end. While shooting off the dribble isnt his forte, he has shown flashes of being able to make shots off the bounce. He gets to the rim well and can finish on either side with either hand. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Ayayi collected a team-high 18 points on an efficient 77.8 percent shooting clip Saturday, including four makes on five attempts from downtown. Ayayi arguably displayed his best all-around performance of the season in Monday's victory, as he registered an 18-6-6 stat line and converted 80 percent of his field-goal attempts in the contest. After a rough Summer League, the Lakers waived Ayayi on Friday. Yet Ayayi could not execute this simple technique in the way an effective player in a top-shelf program must, not when he was taffy-stretching 150 to 160 pounds across a 77-inch skeleton. Ayayi finished with 25 points (12-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 11 rebounds and nine assists across 30 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Blue Coats. His pull-up jump shot and off-the-catch jump shot are potent anywhere from the mid-range all the way back to the logo. Known as a creative playmaker, Ayayi is quick and athletic. When you put together his wing-size and those natural instincts and high IQ, the combination looks fully translatable and could shortly open the doors for Ayayi as a plug and play off-the-bench guy in some NBA franchise. He makes deep outlet passes that help to jumpstart offensive possessions. Redshirting his first year as a 17-year-old and filling a minor role in his second season at Gonzaga, Ayayi had a breakout performance at the 2019 FIBA U19 World Championship and maintained that momentum into his junior year with the Bulldogs. It is also worth noting that Queta is not very skilled at handling or shooting the ball, although neither of those things will be a large part of his role in the NBA. L'Equipe de France des U19 masculins est mdaille de bronze la Coupe du Monde 2019 en battant la Lituanie sur le score de 73 68 Trs beau match de @joel_ayayi avec 33 pts et 30 d'valuation. Physical: 21 years old (turns 22 next March), 65 with a 67.5 wingspan and 85 standing reach, 180 pounds Strengths Defensively, Ayayi was quite good in man Todds offensive game is also somewhat flawed, as despite being a proficient scorer at all three levels, he is an overall inefficient player. He isnt the most fluid athlete and his footwork is often sloppy, leading to him getting burned by quicker opponents. Expected Role: Two-way guard that runs a bench unit, primarily out of the P&R. The 6-foot-4 guard also played the most minutes off Lakeland's bench versus Motor City, and he's now averaging 8.4 points, 5.2 rebounds and 3.9 assists on the year. 2021 NBA Draft: Stiffs Big Board 2.0. Joel Ayayi is the best backdoor cutter in the 2021 Draft by a wide margin, imo. Queta has all the tools to be a decent rotational big and with some development, could become an excellent two-way center with starting potential. Where logical evaluation and substance generate discussion, rather than conventional stereotypes and uninspiring cliches. He is incredibly smart on both sides of the court and plays with a lot of discipline. One of the tricks that Mark Few likes to use to slow down his rivals offensive rhythm and keep them off-balance is to play a full-court 1-2-2 press in which Ayayi usually fits and thrives at the tip of the triangle. July 29, 2021 Advertisement Ayayi averaged 12 points and 6.9 rebounds as a junior for Gonzaga this year, hitting 38.9% from three. He is mobile for his size and proved that he is capable of keeping up with faster players on the perimeter, giving him switchability potential. Limited post game. Bones Hyland is one of the most impressive shooters in the draft thanks to his extended range. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. His lateral quickness is solid but not elite and he can be shaken by speedier players. Proving efficient from the perimeter as well, Ayayi scored 1.21 points per perimeter shot in the half court [95th percentile] with his attempts split between catch-and-shoot jumpers and pull-ups. Or write about sports? He is very good at closing out on shooters and stays balanced so he can recover if his opponent tries to attack the closeout. He gets around well on the court and does a good job of navigating through traffic. Shooting Guard L.A. has 13 players guaranteed for next season, excluding two-way players Joel Ayayi and Austin Reaves; Mac McClung and Chaundee Brown arent officially on the main roster yet either. Bad defender. With that said, Ayayi does so many things at a high level that it is hard to imagine him not becoming at least a solid rotation guard with the potential to be a very good starter. Seeing more action on the ball at the junior level internationally than he has at Gonzaga, Ayayi nonetheless showed the ability to make the simple play as a passer out of ball screens in limited opportunities last season. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. Working with an NBA Strength and Conditioning program should help him make strides on the defensive end, and working within an NBA offense where he is not the focal point should help him learn how to become more selective with his shooting. Please let me know in the comments what you think about Ayayi as a prospect! This page was last edited on 15 April 2023, at 02:07. Elite shooter off the dribble. As it currently stands, he is somewhat raw on the defensive end, as his footwork isnt the best and he gets up out of his stance too often. Listed at 6-foot-5 with a lanky 180-pound frame to go along with decent length, Ayayi has solid size for a guard, good lateral quickness, and impressive fluidity. The Frenchman moves swiftly on POA putting pressure on the ball-handler and makes himself larger, full arm-extension in display. Loose off-ball defender. Ranked 4th in the WCC in cut scoring (2.6 points per game). He has solid burst and does a good job of rising up to finish on the inside. Ayayi posted 21 points (8-15 FG, 5-8 3Pt), eight rebounds, five assists and a steal across 32 minutes in Friday's win over Motor City. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. He was extremely opportunistic in the open floor and cutting off the ball, shot the ball well from the perimeter choosing his spots effectively, and provided some value as a passer both in the flow of the Bulldogs offense and functioning as a secondary ball handler for stretches. Teams are unable to go under on screens when he is the handler as he is fully capable of punishing them. At 610 with a 71 wingspan, he has an advantageous height and length for the forward position. Not a good shot creator. Good playmaker out of the post. At 65, he will be on the taller side for point guards. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. Making significant strides as a jump shooter each year at the collegiate level, he is not overly dynamic getting to his pull-up, but has soft touch from beyond the arc to take what defenders give him off the bounce and space the floor effectively. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports, Gonzaga Basketball Joel Ayayi James Snook-USA TODAY Sports. With a quarter of his possessions coming on put backs and cuts, Ayayi showed tremendous timing and very good energy off the ball. Following the season, Ayayi declared for the 2021 NBA draft and forgo his remaining college eligibility. Ayayi is one of the most versatile point guards in the G League, so seeing him finish as one of the most productive, stat-filling floor generals shouldn't be a surprise. The 22-year-old has been rather quiet over the last month, but he's nonetheless averaged 7.8 points and 6.5 rebounds per game over the last eight matchups. He also doesnt have the best vertical and wont be rising up on a regular basis. He is an uncomfortable shooter when pulling up in isolation. Analysis, articles, highlight videos, news & updates, information, rumors, interesting stats, podcasts, etc. When defending post-ups, he is strong enough to hold his ground and routinely rejects the shot attempts using his length. He is also a good leaper when jumping off of both feet. Copyright BasketballNews.com 2020. He is a willing passer and is most potent playmaking in transition and out of the pick and roll. He also misses some switches, causing defensive breakdowns. inBordeaux,France [22], Ayayi holds dual citizenship to France and his parents' home country of Benin, but he plays basketball for the French national teams. He isn't the flashiest player on the floor, but the Frenchman is consistent, reliable, and a strong decision maker. Bad shot selection. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Good on-ball defender. Despite not being a substantial scoring threat, Ayayi still finds ways to make his presence felt in other ways, as he has now combined for eight steals across Lakeland's previous two matchups. Naturally, he was a redshirt during the 2017-18 season with the Zags but it didnt matter. Data Provided By The 22-year-old figures to once again start and provide Lakeland with relentless effort during Sunday's meeting against Birmingham. Yet, the fact the 2000-born class has rarely shared the floor with standouts from other generations (99 born trio of Jaylen Hoard, Yves Pons, and Olivier Sarr, or 2001 NBA Draft picks Killian Hayes and Theo Maledon) has made this group get somehow overlooked in the middle of the vast wealth of physical and athletic talent that France possesses. [27] His father stands 2.01m (6ft 7in) and played basketball professionally in France and for the Beninese national team. His ability to control his acceleration is impressive, as he frequently deploys change of pace moves and fast decelerations to get by defenders. Averaging 11.3 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.1 assists at the 2016 FIBA U16 European Championship, Ayayi spent the next two seasons with the Centre Federal du Basket-Ball in Paris before heading to play for head coach Mark Few in Spokane. The most pressing concern with Todd comes from the defensive end. Outside of his hook shot, he does not have any reliable post moves in his arsenal and is not a reliable scoring option from the low post. Not a playmaker. Not a good shot creator. Heres two quick examples why, one as a playmaker and the other as a scorer vs San Diego from Saturday pic.twitter.com/sZ6EuW62tG, I can't get enough of Joel Ayayi's cutting. Ayayi notched 21 points (9-14 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds and four assists across 32 minutes in Tuesday's win over College Park. Defensive versatility upside. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Ayayi has light feet and gets to places at ease on the back of his 180lbs. Todd is only 19 years old and a lot of his flaws are ones that can be worked through with age and experience. He is a willing passer and is most potent playmaking in transition and out of the pick and roll. He is an excellent shooter especially off the catch, as well as a highly efficient finisher on the inside. Besides, Ayayi has always exhibited feel and leadership within his age-group, as well as the unquestionable will to invest and improve himself when he moved to Spokane as a skinny 17yo instead of signing for some professional club at home. His mechanics are inconsistent and he looks uncomfortable shooting off the dribble or off of movement. The Kings surge late after Draymond Green's ejection to beat the Warriors in Game 2 and take a 2-0 series lead. Versatile defender. Ayayi was one of the most versatile players in the G League this season and he was able to make an impact on both ends of the court once again. Unplayable if: Jump shooting doesnt translate, and his struggles going left hold him back as a plus finisher. His game consists heavily of hook shots and up-and-unders, which he can convert at a solid clip. He tends to leave his stance, which can give opponents opportunities to get open. He averaged 20.9 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game and led all scorers with 33 points in a bronze medal game against Lithuania. Shoots: 2Y; Zags, Bears remain 1-2 in poll; top 5 unchanged. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. The key to Quetas success will be his defensive polish. Ayayi recorded nine points (4-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 33 minutes in Friday's 110-100 loss to the Capitanes. For starters, Queta is absolutely massive, standing at 7 feet tall in shoes and with a 74 wingspan. A 2021 All-WCC and the 2020 WCC Tournament MVP, Joel Ayayi had a successful 3 years at Gonzaga. As a junior, the Frenchman averaged 12 PPG, 7 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.1 SPG, 0.2 BPG, and 1.4 TOPG on shooting splits of 58/39/78. He is an uncomfortable shooter when pulling up in isolation. He isnt the best at sticking to his man off the ball. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. Defensively, Ayayi has length, mobility, and versatility at 65 to both stay in front of his man and be an overall positive defender. Draymond Green gives his side of the story about his ejection for stepping on Domantas Sabonis in the Warriors' Game 2 loss. Not the most athletic. It was a well-rounded effort for Ayayi, who impacted Friday's contest versus Mexico City on the boards, as a playmaker and as a scoring threat. His lateral quickness isnt great, which allows opponents to blow by him with ease and he often isnt able to recover onto the play. He tends to leave his stance, which can give opponents opportunities to get open. [23] At the 2016 FIBA U16 European Championship in Radom, Poland, he averaged 11.3 points and 6.7 rebounds per game for France. Wingspan/ standing reach: Robinson-Earl (JRE) wont be wowing anyone with his flashiness or star potential but he has a well-rounded skill set highly desired from role players. 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