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Henri Veesaar
C · North Carolina · 7'0" · age 22 · Developmental
2026 DRAFT PROSPECTA skilled stretch 7-footer who shoots and passes
Atlanta Hawks
Drafted No. 52 · proj. 39–43
A skilled European-style big who can space the floor and make plays from the high post. A modern backup center if the defense and physicality come along.
Proj. pick #31Range 30–48Comp Nikola Vucevic (lite)
Strengths
- Soft touch out to the three-point line
- Passing feel from the elbow
- Mobility for his size
Top concern
Needs to add strength and improve rim protection
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