A lethal southpaw marksman with a lightning-fast release, this seasoned combo guard offers the high-volume perimeter scoring and veteran poise needed to ignite Sacramento’s second-unit backcourt.
The Sacramento Kings continue to be active in scheduling pre-draft workouts, bringing in 18 players for closer looks.
Recently, I covered UConn forward Alex Karaban and Kentucky guard Otega Oweh, two players who are projected to be second round picks.
In this profile, I will highlight Louisville guard Ryan Conwell, another player mocked in this draft range.
Journeyman
Conwell, who started his career at the University of South Florida, made stops at Indiana State and Xavier before showing out in his senior year with the Cardinals.
The 6-foot-4 combo guard averaged a team-high 18.8 points per game, shooting 40.8-percent from the floor and 34.5-percent from beyond the arc, posting double-digit scoring outputs in all but one game.
Early in the season, in a huge rivalry game against then-ranked No. 9 Kentucky, Conwell scored 24 points, knocking down four 3-pointers to help knock off the Wildcats.
He followed up this performance with back-to-back 20-plus point performances against Ohio and Cincinnati, before exploding for a season-high 32 points against NJIT.
Conwell had everything going for him, adding nine rebounds and six assists while knocking down a career-high eight 3-pointers.
Marksman From Deep
Conwell does a lot of his damage from behind the arc, with his 3.29 long balls per game ranking top-20 nationally.
While Conwell's percentages did take a slight dip this past season, he posted consecutive seasons shooting 40-percent or better from 3-point range with Xavier and Indiana State.
Conwell has a smooth, lefty jump shot, possessing the ability to shoot off the dribble or off the catch.
He also has a very quick release, allowing him to get his shot off before outstretched hands can make a significant contest.
Areas For Improvement
Conwell needs to get more physical in his drives, not allowing bigger defenders to knock him off his line.
While Conwell's sharpshooting will be his calling card, he needs to be able to finish at the rim when he's chased off the arc.
Draft Projection
In ESPN's post-combine mock, Conwell landed with the San Antonio Spurs at the No. 44 overall selection, just one pick prior to Sacramento.
On ESPN's big board, Conwell is ranked as the No. 35 prospect in the draft.
Are Kings a Fit?
Sacramento needs to get younger and more dynamic in the back court.
Bringing in Conwell, who is instantly an NBA-level shooter and experienced at many levels of the college game, would be a boost to the Kings' offensive firepower.
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