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Former Michigan State F Xavier Tillman selected in 2020 NBA Draft

If you followed the Michigan State Spartans over the past couple of seasons, you watched F Xavier Tillman blossom into one of the best big men in the nation.

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Now, Tillman will be taking his talents to the next level as he has been selected by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2nd round of the 2020 NBA Draft.

From ESPN:

Tillman was one of the most productive college players over the past two seasons, helping Michigan State win 77% of its games in that span and back-to-back Big Ten regular-season titles. His defensive versatility — he is as impactful switching onto the perimeter as he is protecting the rim, thanks to his terrific timing and smarts — earned him Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year honors.

Though he’s less accomplished on the other end, Tillman is an excellent passer who finishes well around the basket and sets bruising screens that keep the offense flowing. He is a smart, high-energy player who looks ready to step into an NBA lineup as a role player.

Tillman isn’t very tall (6-8) or long (reported 7-1 wingspan) for a center, and he lacks explosiveness, which might become more pronounced against bigger and more athletic big men in the NBA. He has begun to expand his range beyond the arc over the past two seasons, but still made only 21 of 77 3-pointers in college and hit less than 70% of his free throws. — Givony

Congrats Xavier!

Nation, will Tillman be a good NBA player?

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