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Khyri Thomas is a developed wing from the University of Creighton. The jury seems to still be out on Thomas even though he showcased all the attributes of a star during his final junior season.
Thomas averaged 15.1 points per game and drained 1.9 threes per game. To add to that, Thomas proved to be a reliable defender, securing 1.7 steals per game. The only knock on Thomas is that, at 6-foot-3, he is somewhat undersized.
It’ll be difficult to make Thomas transition into a point guard, and team’s might shy away from drafting him with several players over 6-foot-6 still on the board.
The Timberwolves, who have Jamal Crawford not returning, could use a scoring combo guard to man their second unit. Khyri Thomas should be their guy.
Is Thomas crafty enough and skilled enough to be a star in the NBA? Yes. But, will his size permit that?