2025 NBA Draft scouting report: Adou Thiero, F, Arkansas

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Arkansas forward Adou Thiero (3) runs a play against Missouri during an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, in Fayetteville, Ark. (AP Photo/Michael Woods)

Summary: Thiero is a slasher with a jacked frame and an explosive first step, but he has severe limitations on offense as a shooter. If he’s able to figure out the shot then his length and versatility would make him a classic 3-and-D role player.

Comparisons: Jae Crowder, Stanley Johnson

Straight-line driving: He’s a bulldozer on his drives to the basket with his muscular frame, explosive first step, and leaping ability.

Passing: Even though he’s not a playmaker, he can facilitate within the flow of the offense and make some occasionally tasty cross-court passes.

Defense: With great size, lateral quickness, and physicality on top of his 7-foot wingspan, he has the ability to guard across positions.

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