

A few months ago, Nell Angloma was viewed as a long-term stash with upside but plenty of uncertainty. Now, she’s forcing evaluators to take a harder look.
At just 19, Angloma is having one of the most productive seasons by an international wing in years, averaging 16.3 points while finishing at an elite rate inside the arc. What stands out most isn’t just the scoring — it’s how she scores. Her physicality, contact balance, and explosive first step already look pro-ready, and her ability to consistently get to the free-throw line suggests her game translates beyond the box score.
The swing skill, though, is obvious. Her jumper remains a work in progress, and defenders can still sag off her on the perimeter. That raises a fair question: will those downhill drives be as effective against WNBA athletes if teams don’t have to respect her shot?
Still, there’s a real upside case here. Nearly every other part of her game is solid, and she’s producing against strong competition at an age when most prospects are still figuring out their roles. For teams confident in their shooting development and willing to be patient, that profile is hard to ignore.
So here’s the question for draft watchers and front offices alike:
Do you bet on the production and physical tools now and trust that the jumper comes later — or is the lack of shooting too big a risk for a wing at the next level?