In a somewhat surprising move, Croatian power forward Roko Prkacin has removed his name from the 2021 NBA draft pool, according to ESPN’s Jonathan Givony (Twitter link).
Prkacin was viewed as a possible first-round pick in this year’s draft, ranking 36th on ESPN’s big board and 29th on The Ringer’s. Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer praised Prkacin’s ball-handling ability and scoring potential, noting that he’s capable of hitting outside shots or scoring in the post. The young forward has also shown promise on the defensive side of the ball.
Prkacin averaged 13.3 points and 6.8 rebounds per game in 24 contests (27.7 MPG) for KK Cibona in the Adriatic League this past season, knocking down 49.2% of his shots from the field and 39.4% from beyond the arc.
Prkacin is still just 18 years old, so he has the potential to continue improving and could end up even higher on 2022 draft boards.
While Prkacin is pulling his name out of this year’s draft class, Lithuanian guard Rokas Jokubaitis will remain in the draft, tweets Givony. Jokubaitis is the No. 44 prospect on ESPN’s board and No. 50 on The Ringer’s. He remains under contract in Europe, but could be bought out of his deal in order to come stateside immediately if he’s drafted.
To me this kid can be a big 3 in NBA. He’s tough and has a good handle. Most saw him as 3-4. His shot is not consistent yet. At 18 I think he knows he can be high pick next yr. He was probably thinking he could go 1st rd. But he’s been dropping on most boards. At 18 it’s a wise move. Definitely a 1st rd talent next year. Probably wants to get in lottery next yr. Keep an eye on him. Kids got talent.
In a deep draft it’s a good idea to wait until 2022 for the best chance to go in the 1st round.
He’s named after a streaming box.
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You’re a knockoff
Trade Simmons for whatever
I really don’t care
Sign Lowry and Barton and Voila instant team
Instant 7th seed