The Washington Wizards focused on their first-round selections, Tre Johnson and Will Riley, during the NBA Draft. Johnson was considered a top prospect, while Riley was a highly regarded pick. However, Jamir Watkins, their second-round pick at No. 43, drew less attention despite being noted for his potential. Watkins had tested the draft waters while keeping his college eligibility after a strong college season. Although questions lingered about his offensive efficiency, he showcased elite defensive skills, making him a valuable pick for the Wizards.
Watkins was selected with the No. 43 overall pick by the Wizards after the team managed to land a second-round pick in their first-round trade down with the Utah Jazz.
Watkins averaged 18.4 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.4 assists, while shooting 42.7% from field goal range and 32.1% from three.
The one area of his game that allowed for teams to overlook his lapses as an efficient scorer was what he could do on the defensive side of the court.
Watkins is an elite-level perimeter defender and his size allows for him to defend multiple positions on the court with ease.
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