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Meleek Thomas
SG · Arkansas · 6'4" · age 19 · Rotation
2026 DRAFT PROSPECTA dynamic scoring guard who shoots off catch and dribble
Cleveland Cavaliers
Drafted No. 34 · proj. 56–26
A phenomenal freshman scorer with deep range and defensive activity. A bench scoring guard with upside if he adds strength.
Proj. pick #30Range 28–48Comp Jordan Poole (lite) / Tyler Herro (lite)
Strengths
- Dynamic three-point shooting (~42% on volume)
- Shot creation off the bounce
- Ball-hawking defender
Top concern
Needs to add strength against bigger guards
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