New York Knicks: Five reasons to consider Tony Carr at 2018 NBA Draft

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NEW YORK, NY – MARCH 03: Tony Carr #10 of the Penn State Nittany Lions is defended by Vincent Edwards #12 of the Purdue Boilermakers during the semifinals of the Big Ten Basketball Tournament at Madison Square Garden on March 3, 2018 in New York City. The Purdue Boilermakers defeated the Penn State Nittany Lions 78-70. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images) /

5. Physical Tools

Whether fair or foul, one of the contributing factors to determining how a player will fit in the NBA is an evaluation of their physical tools. A prospect can certainly overachieve, but it’s certainly agreed upon that certain height, length, and athleticism requirements should be met at every position.

For Penn State Nittany Lions star Tony Carr, one of the most appealing aspects of his profile as a prospect are his NBA-caliber measurements and athleticism.

Carr has beyond ideal measurements for a point guard at 6’3″ and 204 pounds with a 6’8″ wingspan. That should enable him to excel on both ends of the floor at the position, as it’s rare that his size, length, or strength will be inadequate.

Carr also has impressive lateral quickness on defense and an explosive first step that enables him to get by his man in isolation.

Carr may not be the next Russell Westbrook from an athletic perspective, but he’s more than qualified to play in the NBA. He has the foot speed and agility to thrive in both transition and the half court, and an intriguing measure of hang time on the drive.

If Carr proves to be more of a shooting guard, then his length should at least help him inch closer towards silencing the concerns that he’s undersized.

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