Draft Eligible
2024
Draft Projection
54
Branden
Carlson
DOB
Jun 15, 1999
Class
5th - Senior
Team
Position
UTAH
C
Height
7'0
Weight
220 lbs.
Wingspan
7'2
Hand
RIGHT
Contact
James Wang & Alex Shaw
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Last Updated
Jun 18, 2024
Scouting Report
Strengths
Capable shooting from three, especially in pick-and-pop or trail actions, providing valuable floor spacing for his team.
He excels as a rim runner, consistently beating opponents down the court and finishing in transition.
Quick off his feet as a weak side shot blocker, using his timing and length to protect the rim and disrupt opponents' shots.
He demonstrates solid passing abilities from the post or elbow, effectively finding open teammates and facilitating the offense.
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Weaknesses
Needs to improve his physicality on the interior to be a more effective rebounder, as he can be outmuscled by stronger opponents.
Must get stronger to finish through contact at the rim, which will help him convert more challenging shots in the paint.
Improve his lateral quickness is essential for Branden when switched onto perimeter players, as he currently struggles to keep up with faster guards and wings.
He should work on improving his touch around the rim, as more consistent finishes in close range will enhance his scoring efficiency.
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Summary
Branden is a capable three-point shooter, particularly effective in pick-and-pop or trail actions, and excels as a rim runner, consistently finishing in transition. He is quick off his feet as a weak side shot blocker, using his timing and length to protect the rim, and demonstrates solid passing abilities from the post or elbow, effectively facilitating the offense. However, he needs to improve his physicality on the interior to be a more effective rebounder and must get stronger to finish through contact at the rim. Enhancing his lateral quickness when switched onto perimeter players and improving his touch around the rim will also be crucial for his development.
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Honors
Sunshine Slam All-Tournament Team - 2022
Sunshine Slam MVP - 2022
Pac-12 Freshman of the Week - 2/10/2020
NABC All-District (19) First Team - 2023
NABC All-District (19) Second Team - 2024
USBWA Player of the Week - 12/31/2023
All-Pac-12 First Team - 2023, 2024
All-Pac-12 Second Team - 2022
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Statistics
2023-24 SEASON STATS
PTS 17.0
REB 6.6
AST 1.6
FG% 50.1