Charlotte Hornets: 3 Prospects that fit LaMelo Ball’s timeline

Moses Moody, Guard/Forward, Arkansas, 19

Like Wagner, Moody is one of the safer bets to a very productive player for years in the NBA. He doesn’t possess the elite self-creation talent or necessary athleticism to suggest that if he were to put it all together he would be a level above the rest.

Even though he doesn’t have that elite creation, he’s crafty in being able to get to his spots and get his shot off. He can end up being a player that’s somewhere in between a Mikal Bridges and Khris Middleton, a player any team would like to have on their roster.

Offensively, Moody became to be known as one of the better shooters in the NCAA. He averaged 16.8 points per game while shooting 35.8% from three and 81.2% from the free-throw line. Moody showcased his shot-making ability while leading his Arkansas team to a deep NCAA Tournament run.

On the defensive end of the court, Moody has the ability to guard 1-4 and can be the primary defender on the opposing team’s primary ball-handler. A skill set that will be needed next to Ball heading into the future. He moves well laterally and has a strong frame that allows him to stay with quicker players and bang bodies down low with more physical opponents.

In Moody, there’s a smidge of star potential but a player who you can almost bank on being a productive player for a long time. Playing next to Ball could unlock his potential and being the same age, you’d be looking at a very good duo who can lead your team for the foreseeable future.