I've started to research scouting reports and mock drafts of point guards, particularly those who I think would be a good fit for the Boston Celtics as a starting point guard. Generally I prefer guards who instinctually are play makers, looking to pass, with ability to drive, can defend, and who have decent size (6'3" plus).
The guy who intrigues me a lot of late is Dyson Daniels. He hails from Australia, and currently plays for the G League Ignite, which produced the 2nd and 7th picks in last year's draft. He is currently slated to go middle to late first round, depending on the mock draft you view. His stock has clearly risen since the start of the season.
He is a pass first 6'6" point guard, with a pretty good handle, who plays good defense. His outside shot form is good but his percentages are currently pedestrian. He has a really nice spin move in traffic, and an NBA style floater. A lot of his passes are spectacular.
He reminds me of Lonzo Ball, but with a better ability to get into the paint and finish. Similar size. Does not look to score first which, given our roster, is probably an asset. Has superior court vision, not unlike Josh Giddey.
My prime target has been Ty Ty Washington, but his draft stock has climbed to the point where he is very likely a top 10 pick and I've seen him ranked as high as 5th. So seems beyond reach for the Celtics.
Below is a link to a Stepien article discussing the development of Dyson particularly during the last year, where a growth spurt of several inches and further skill development has the writer speculating a high projection for him as a future NBA starter, comparing him to a blend of Malcolm Brogdan and Dejounte Murray. That would be pretty cool!
Let me know what you think, and what point guards in the draft you have your eye on.
https://www.thestepien.com/2021/11/07/the-development-of-dyson-daniels/