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3 reasons James Wiseman is the perfect fit for the Golden State Warriors

By Nathan Beighle

PORTLAND, OREGON - NOVEMBER 12: James Wiseman #32 of the Memphis Tigers is introduced before the game against the Oregon Ducks at Moda Center on November 12, 2019 in Portland, Oregon. Oregon won the game 82-74. (Photo by Steve Dykes/Getty Images)
PORTLAND, OREGON - NOVEMBER 12: James Wiseman #32 of the Memphis Tigers is introduced before the game against the Oregon Ducks at Moda Center on November 12, 2019 in Portland, Oregon. Oregon won the game 82-74. (Photo by Steve Dykes/Getty Images) /
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Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman jokes with his teammates on the bench during their game against the Little Rock Trojans at the FedExForum on Wednesday, November 20, 2019.
Memphis Tigers center James Wiseman jokes with his teammates on the bench during their game against the Little Rock Trojans at the FedExForum on Wednesday, November 20, 2019. /

Potential

James Wiseman’s potential is sky-high. While his shooting could use some help, if he can develop a back-to-the-basket game, he’ll be one of the most dominant big men given his size, wingspan, and vertical.

Prior to the draft, CBS Sports did an NBA comparison for some of the league’s best up-and-coming players. They gave Wiseman’s peak upside as Anthony Davis and his floor as Deandre Jordan.

You’re going to be just fine if Deandre Jordan, who is mainly known for his insane athletic ability, is your floor. As for Wiseman, he should have more offensive moves than Jordan, who is virtually just used for his ability to create mismatches in the pick-and-roll.

At Memphis, Wiseman averaged 19.7 points and 10.7 rebounds per game. Along with 3.0 blocks per game, Wiseman’s immediate potential comes from what he can do defensively, but his long-term potential relies on him developing both a sense of the league’s style and shot.

Overall, he has a high ceiling and a high floor.

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