2021 NBA Draft Mock 2.0: Phoenix Suns gets more backcourt help with Ayo Dosunmu
A tough, Chicago-born combo guard, Ayo Dosunmu is absolutely worthy of a first-round pick.
Phoenix has a fantastic starting backcourt duo of Chris Paul and Devin Booker. For as outstanding as this team has been, it’s always nice to get added depth in the backcourt.
NBA Draft – Ayo Dosunmu NBA player comparisons
- Jrue Holiday
- Jeremy Lin – Creative scoring
- Tyler Johnson
Ayo Dosunmu can really leave his mark in a variety of ways. As a point guard in college, Dosunmu showed a nice blend of shiftiness and strength that allowed him to create space against defenders. At 6’5, 200lbs, that same blend should translate at the next level.
Dosounmu is a good lateral athlete but isn’t going to blow anyone away with his first step or vertical.
He’s a smart passer who should be able to run some point in the league. He also shows off great hustle and anticipation as a rebound chaser. That’s why I love Dosunmu’s potential as a bench sparkplug – he’s not a one-trick pony.
Even as a defender, Dosunmu has nice versatility and alertness both on and off ball. He’s a very willing defender who has the profile to defend opposing 1 and 2 guards.
Dosunmu becomes part of a contending team but has the upside to be a starting guard.