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Height: 6-4 | Age: 18.2 | Prev. rank: 16
Fears became one of the draft's buzziest prospects after a strong December, breaking through
with 30 points against a quality Michigan team and nailing a clutch 3-pointer for a win on Dec. 18.
Though his effectiveness has dovetailed some with Oklahoma losing its first four conference games, Fears has impressed as one of college basketball's youngest players helping his team outpace expectations. Fears' youth, lack of physical strength and comparative inexperience probably sets him up for some volatility in the season's second half.
Although he has chipped in 1.9 steals per game, he's not a consistent defender. He is turning the ball over 3.8 times per game -- somewhat understandable considering the size of his role at his age -- but his ability to create shots off the dribble, make plays for teammates and flashes of shotmaking have been tantalizing.
Fears should continue to draw long looks from NBA teams seeking to add creation to their backcourt mix, and with the keys to Oklahoma's offense, he has a big opportunity to impress.
-- Woo
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