2022 NBA Draft scouting report: Ousmane Dieng NBA

Ousmane Dieng is a protean sect who played for the New Zealand Breakers in the 2021- 22 NBL season.

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He has real obnoxious downside as he has a lot of tools, both physical and skill- grounded. He's the type of shoot, handle,

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and pass prospect that certain front offices might value highly. At 19-years-old, Dieng shows a lot of potential coming into the NBA.

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In his limited time in the NBL, Dieng proved to be an exciting playmaker in both the half-court and transition.

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He consistently used his 7’ wingspan to sling passes around defenders, and he has a surprisingly smooth handle for his size.

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His offensive feel and awareness jumps out on the tape, and he has a little flashiness in his game that is quite easy on the eyes

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That same passing touch comes in handy around the basket too, as he can finish around contact with his length and is highly coordinated.

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