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Bruce Thornton
PG · Ohio State · 6'1" · age 22 · Developmental
2026 DRAFT PROSPECTA sturdy downhill scoring lead guard
Houston Rockets
Drafted No. 31 · proj. 55–27
A bulldog of a guard who bullies his way downhill and competes on every possession. A tough backup combo guard whose size is the question.
Proj. pick #44Range 40–56Comp Marcus Smart (lite)
Strengths
- Strong, compact frame
- Downhill scoring and physicality
- Toughness and competitiveness
Top concern
Undersized with limited length
Draft grade — a pre-NBA scouting projection from the curated Big Board, graded against the draft class. It is not an NBA rating; an NBA rating appears once he plays a qualifying NBA season.