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Pistons take Michael Gbinije, Syracuse F, at No. 49

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The Detroit Pistons selected Syracuse small forward Michael Gbinije with the No. 19 pick in the second round (No. 49 overall) of the 2016 NBA draft on Thursday night.

Player profile:

  • Age: 24 (senior)

  • Height/weight: 6-foot-7, 205 pounds

  • 2015-16 stats: 17.5 PPG, 4.1 RPG, 4.3 APG

Chad Ford's Big Board ranking -- No. 53: "I think his age -- he's almost 24 -- will keep him from getting drafted in the first round, but I think he'll likely see his name come off the board in the No. 30 to No. 45 range." More (Insider)

Kevin Pelton's stats and scouting ranking -- Not Ranked: More (Insider)

Scouting report -- positives:

  • Versatile wing can play and guard three positions on the floor

  • Excellent ball handler and passer

Scouting report -- negatives:

  • Lacks length for position

  • Just an average athlete

Read the full scouting report (Insider)

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