Taking some charges and chipping in on the glass, Riller showed some instincts defensively, but held his own more consistently some games than others. (Photo by Greg Thompson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images), EY & Citi On The Importance Of Resilience And Innovation, Impact 50: Investors Seeking Profit — And Pushing For Change, Michigan Economic Development Corporation BrandVoice. Recorded a season-high 36 points vs. James Madison, making 6-of-7 three-pointers (Jan. 30). Explosive athlete with a quick first step. "He scores on all three levels, which I feel like I can do as well," Riller said. Riller, a 6-foot-3 guard who was one of last season’s top NCAA scorers for College of Charleston, was the No. High school career. Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. In a couple of years from now, not too many people will remember the order of the picks.". 56 overall pick taken by the Charlotte Hornets. In exchange for Ed Davis, the Knicks acquired Jacob Evans, Omari Spellman and a 2026 … I have conducted 1 on 1 interviews with players such as Chris Paul and D'Angelo Russell and host my own podcast called Court Vision with NBA All-Star Jameer Nelson. Ranked fourth in the conference in assists (3.9 apg) and 19th in rebounding (5.1 rpg). Combo guard with an impressive offensive arsenal. As a senior, at College of Charleston, he averaged 21.9 points, 5.1 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game this past season. Finished sixth in the nation with 177 free throws made. "At the next level with different personnel and just a different game, you kind of need an in-between game," he said. (Photo by Greg Thompson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images). Fantasy News & NBA Updates. I covered the NBA for the last two seasons, and started while in college. Riller, who is 6-foot-3, averaged 21.9 points in each of his last two seasons and shot 34.4% on 3-pointers. Riller then attended the College of Charleston from 2015 to 2020. CAA’s No. Second-leading scorer in school history (2,474 points), behind Andrew Goudelock (2,571). Coming out of high school Grant Riller only had mid-major and low-major scholarship offers. Grant Lucas Riller (born February 8, 1997) is an American professional basketball player for the Charlotte Hornets of the National Basketball Association (NBA). I mapped out a four-year plan, it ended up being five-years, but I knew coming in that I would play four years here and have a lot of time to really develop not only my game but my body as well.". Nearly every projection has Riller getting drafted, and some think he could go as high as early second round or late first round. Point guard Grant Riller has intrigued multiple teams as a prospect with high upside ahead of the 2020 NBA draft, a source told Hoops Rumors.. Riller’s crafty ability to score — particularly around the rim — … You may opt-out by. GREENVILLE, NC - DECEMBER 15: Charleston Cougars guard Grant Riller (1) sits on the bench in a NCAA ... [+] Basketball game between the East Carolina Pirates and the Charleston Cougars on December 15, 2016 at Williams Area at Minges Coliseum in Greenville, NC. Riller does a good job of navigating the pick and roll, where he looks to score over the top if given the option and is a good decision maker with the ball, knowing how to draw the defense and when to find … A lightly regarded recruit following his senior year as Ocoee High School, he redshirted his first season in college before emerging as a starter as a second-year freshman averaging 13.1 points and 2.1 rebounds per game. All Rights Reserved, This is a BETA experience. Charleston defeated East Carolina 53 - 35. Scoring from all three levels off the dribble, taking smaller guards in the post, pushing the ball aggressively in transition, and showing some vision and talent as a passer, he made things happen steadily on the offensive end playing both on and off the ball. “I’m a guy who can score on all three levels, can create for himself, create for others, likes to play off the pick-and-roll and is super comfortable playing off ball with other talented guards,” said Riller. "Coming into college, going to a mid-major, I was able to kind of be real with myself. An instinctual scorer with an advanced midrange game and good shooting touch, Riller carried a heavy offensive burden for the Cougars. Riller’s crafty ability to score — particularly around the rim — has helped him become a projected early-second round pick. "He’s always had the natural ability to score. Riller was quite productive during his final two seasons and can turn out to be a “needle in a haystack” from the second round. Over the off-time, he has been training in Los Angeles and emphasizing working on his floater. Heading into school, Riller was a two-star high-school recruit and unranked by a majority of national scouting services. "I feel like I can match up with any guard in the draft," he said. "The pick doesn't really matter so much to me. McCollum since he is also a combo guard and played at a mid-major in college. After such an outstanding season, he earned his third First Team All-CAA selection. Riller is a two-time Colonial Athletic Association Player and was apart of the historic Cougar team that made it to the NCAA March Madness Tournament. Omari Spellman. Coming out of high school Grant Riller only had mid-major and low-major scholarship offers. Riller played basketball for Ocoee High School in Ocoee, Florida under head coach Rob Gordon. © 2020 Forbes Media LLC. November 19, 2020, 12:06 am . He played point guard on his school team in high school, but he played shooting guard in the AAU circuit. "I was playing for a coach that really put a lot of trust in his guards and holds them to a high standard," he said. The Cougars also went 17-14. "I knew over the course of four years if I did my part and did what I had to do that maybe my dreams could be a reality," Riller told me. Charleston defeated East Carolina 53 - 35. Basketball game between the East Carolina Pirates and the Charleston Cougars on December 15, 2016 at Williams Area at Minges Coliseum in Greenville, NC. He played college basketball for the College of Charleston Cougars. Became the 13th player in CAA history to be named to All-CAA First Team three or more times. As a 23-year-old coming from a mid-major school, there is not the allure that most NBA teams look for in a one and done prospect. The Charlotte Hornets picked Duke’s Vernon Carey Jr. with the 32nd pick in Wednesday’s NBA draft, and later in the second round selected Grant Riller from College of Charleston 56th. However, Riller is confident in his ability against the rest of his draft class. Grant Riller is a skilled shot maker who ranked among the most productive small conference scorers in the country over his last three years at Charleston. Breaking out as a sophomore to capture the first of three consecutive All-Colonial 1st Team honors, Riller scored nearly 2,500 points in his career. Averaging 21.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.9 assists in his final season under Head Coach Earl Grant, the Florida native had several impressive offensive performances against defenses loading up to contain him. I have conducted 1 on 1 interviews with players such as Chris Paul and D'Angelo Russell and host. "I think my mindset was my biggest thing that helped me," he said. He’s gone to another level with his playmaking. PF, New York Knicks. Riller's going to face a steep ramp up in terms of competition but he could be a back-end contributor relatively quickly. As a combo guard, he has no preference for playing point guard or shooting guard. Riller’s crafty ability to score — particularly around the rim — has helped him become a projected early-second round pick. Definitely, I feel like I can be efficient, regardless.". Draft Home | Draft Board | Teams | Prospects. Grant Riller was a senior from the College of Charleston and scrapped his way into this year’s NBA Draft picked up by the Charlotte Hornets. Latest on Charlotte Hornets guard Grant Riller including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN A preseason knee injury forced Riller to miss his true freshman season. Grant Riller profile page, biographical information, injury history and news Hunting rebounds to create opportunities to push the ball, he makes a bigger impact on the glass than most guards. "A floater is something that every guard's supposed to have.". FanSided , 7d. Was second in the CAA and 11th in the nation in scoring (21.9 ppg). Grant Riller is a skilled shot maker who ranked among the most productive small conference scorers in the country over his last three years at Charleston. Standing 6-foot-3 with a developed 190-pound frame, Riller has decent size for a scoring guard and is a solid all-around athlete with a good first step that can play above the rim with a head of steam. Attacks the basket and gets to the free throw line. I cover the NBA from an inside perspective. ", - Former Charleston assistant coach and current Presbyterian head coach Quinton Ferrell. 3 career scorer with 2,474 points, behind David Robinson of Navy and Charles Jenkins of Hofstra. I knew I wouldn't be a one and done or a two years and done kind of guy. Riller and fellow draft pick Aaron Nesmith of Porter-Gaud, who went No. Grant Riller isn’t sure how he'll react Wednesday night if his name is announced during the NBA draft. Source: Jonathan Givony on Twitter. People at the next level will be very surprised at his passing ability. I covered the NBA for the last two seasons, and started while in college. College of Charleston’s record holder in its NCAA Division I era for points in a single game (43). "He's able to get his shot and create for himself, but at the same time still kind of create for others, which I see some similarities. He allowed. Showing good anticipation drawing charges and getting in the passing lanes in spurts, Riller was more of a contributor defensively some games than others. 14 to the Boston Celtics in the first round, face a compressed timeline as they prepare for the 2020-21 season. Three-time Lou Henson Mid-Major All-American and All-Colonial Athletic Association First Team selection. Going that route is a long shot to making the NBA, but here Riller is five years later, one day away from being an NBA Draft pick. As far as body type goes, I see some similarities, just a guy who is a true combo, can play with any other guard.". One of the guards he has looked at is C.J. But his ability to read the game, his playmaking, his ability to pick his spots. "I feel comfortable at whatever one I'm asked to play," he said. Charlotte Hornets College Player Grant Riller. Tomorrow night he will be watching the draft at his parent's house in Orlando, Florida, and managing his five-year plan to make the NBA complete. I'm more so on just trying to go to the right fit. Carey … The 6-7 Nwora shot 40.2% on 3-pointers last season after shooting 37.4% in 2018 …

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