Derryck Thornton - Top 100 Camp Mixtape

Sounds crazy to say this, but I actually think the kid is underrated as a top 30 player. He has elite ballhandling, change of direction and passing, above average athleticism, and a good jumpshot.

Dylan - obviously you’ve seen DT in person at camp; the knock seems to be his range, but all the film I’ve seen indicates Thornton has good mechanics on his shot - he elevates straight in the air, has good release point, good arch and rotation, and doesn’t have any extra motion - what gives?

Personally the only thing DT needs is strength.

His release is slower and more deliberate with his 3 PT shot. That comes with time and strength. That would be my only knock on his shot right now.