He averaged 20.9 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game and led all scorers with 33 points in a bronze medal game against Lithuania. Draft Home|Draft Board|Teams|Prospects. Ayayi will be donning his third NBA uniform when the former Gonzaga guard and the Atlanta Hawks open their summer league campaign at 4:30 p.m. (NBATV) Saturday against the Utah Jazz. On the defensive end, Queta is an absolute shot-blocking machine, averaging over 3 blocks per game in college. Ayayi was one of two players to tell teams not to draft him, as he preferred to choose his destination, and landed with the Lakers over the summer on a two-way contract. He is great at straight-line drives and is also capable of using hesitations and change-of-pace plays to freeze defenders and blow by them. An extremely young Ayayi had bought completely into the vision that Mark Few and Tommy Lloyd built over two decades in Spokane. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. He is very good at closing out on shooters and stays balanced so he can recover if his opponent tries to attack the closeout. He should continue to play a key role for the Go-Go as the playoffs progress. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. He does a poor job of navigating traps and doubles and tends to turn it over when pressured. With that said, he has solid mechanics, especially off the catch, that inspire hope he can become a capable catch-and-shoot option. Lacks an advanced handle. Do you have a sports website? He does a poor job of navigating screens and can lose his man easily, especially if he is guarding an active off-ball player. Not a good defender. His 3-point range extends way past the three-point line and almost into logo territory. + d'infos dans quelques instants #FIBAU19WC pic.twitter.com/2Zs8H4kXHE. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Showing a bit more toughness than he did as an underclassman, the 21-year-old still has some room natural room to develop as his frame improves. WebJoel Ayayi Profile: Position: Point Guard Role: Playmaking Sharpshooter Age: 21 Nation: France Year: Junior College: Gonzaga Height: 65 Wingspan: 67 Weight: 180 lbs Positives: Yet Ayayi could not execute this simple technique in the way an effective player in a top-shelf program must, not when he was taffy-stretching 150 to 160 pounds across a 77-inch skeleton. His lateral quickness is solid but not elite and he can be shaken by speedier players. Ayayi could be a useful role player off the bench in virtually any lineup due to his elite cutting ability. Ayayi showcased flashes of a WebHis long wingspan allows him to . Ayayi arguably displayed his best all-around performance of the season in Monday's victory, as he registered an 18-6-6 stat line and converted 80 percent of his field-goal attempts in the contest. Data Provided By He also struggles in late-clock scenarios. He has a nice touch on his finishes and even has a floater he can go to when the inside is contested. For starters, Queta is absolutely massive, standing at 7 feet tall in shoes and with a 74 wingspan. If all goes right, Todd has the potential to become one of the more talented offensive forwards in the league with nice two-way potential. Ayayi recorded nine points (4-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 33 minutes in Friday's 110-100 loss to the Capitanes. He contests with a lot of verticality on the inside and always has his hands up to disrupt shots and the passing lanes. He has solid touch around the rim and finishes through contact with ease. [22], Ayayi holds dual citizenship to France and his parents' home country of Benin, but he plays basketball for the French national teams. Bad defender. | U [3], James Ehnes toured with Jeunesses MusicalesCanada during the 1992-1993 season, when he was only 16 years old. The Frenchman moves swiftly on POA putting pressure on the ball-handler and makes himself larger, full arm-extension in display. He has incredibly poor ball security and ends up turning it over a lot off of both unforced errors and opponents going for steals. He finishes on the inside at an extremely efficient clip. Playmaking potential. Ayayi collected a season-high 22 points on 83.3 percent shooting from the floor, including a perfect two three-point makes on just a pair of attempts in Saturday's matchup against Mexico City. He switches well, providing resistance at the moment of the switch, and moves his feet quickly enough to keep up with the handler. Tremendous interior defender. Elite shooter off the dribble. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. It's also available for football, hockey and baseball. He also doesnt have the best vertical and wont be rising up on a regular basis. Bad shot selection. Hes not truly imposing from the physical pov though, as he lacks some muscle and overall strength, but he has certainly improved and grown his wiry body-type since his arrival at Spokane. He isnt the best shooter off the dribble but he pretends he is. [20], Ayayi joined the Atlanta Hawks for the 2022 NBA Summer League. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. Ayayi recorded four points (2-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and three steals across 25 minutes during Friday's 124-115 loss to the Salt Lake City Stars. Coming off of a season-high 22-point performance last Saturday against Mexico City, Ayayi delivered again exactly one week later versus Rio Grande Valley with a team-high 21 points on 50 percent shooting from the floor. His ability to control his acceleration is impressive, as he frequently deploys change of pace moves and fast decelerations to get by defenders. Ayayi recorded 18 points (8-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt), six rebounds and six assists across 31 minutes during Monday's 123-108 win over the Cruise. This page was last edited on 15 April 2023, at 02:07. The 22-year-old also paced his club in minutes and steals, and he'll look to remain an essential part of Lakeland's game plan moving forward. 1 Gonzaga race past San Diego 9450", "WCC Announces 2019-20 Men's Basketball All-Conference Team", "Joel Ayayi declares for NBA draft but indicates No. Ayayi is one of the most versatile point guards in the G League, so seeing him finish as one of the most productive, stat-filling floor generals shouldn't be a surprise. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. He is particularly potent at finding open weak side shooters and he also did a solid job of finding cutters. Ayayi finished with 25 points (12-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 11 rebounds and nine assists across 30 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Blue Coats. [13] On 9 January 2021, he recorded the first triple-double in program history, with 12 points, 13 rebounds and 14 assists in a 11688 win over Portland. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. Defensive versatility upside. [8] At the conclusion of the regular season, Ayayi was named Honorable Mention All-West Coast Conference (WCC). Although Ayayi makes the most of his natural awareness and length, especially around the rim walling up matchups and cleaning and crashing the glass, a physical step-up and longer periods of concentration will help to establish his D stance in the NBA. He has the strength and footwork to be able to back guys down. He also has a solid floater game. On the offensive end, Ayayi has a lot of swing skills that would need to go his way to pan out in the NBA. College Basketball at Sports-Reference.com, Scores from any date in BAA/NBA or ABA history, Frequently Asked Questions about the NBA, WNBA and Basketball, Basketball-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREE. One of the most well-rounded floor generals in the G League, Ayayi once again showed the ability to fill the stat sheet -- he ended just one rebound away from posting a triple-double while also recording double-digit assists for the third time over his last four appearances. He frequently relocates in order to get the open shot. Teams are unable to go under on screens when he is the handler as he is fully capable of punishing them. He is incredibly smart on both sides of the court and plays with a lot of discipline. pic.twitter.com/FmJEz1wFUP, Navigates around screens well both as a scorer and playmaker, Needs to continue refining jump shot form. [25] Ayayi helped France win bronze at the 2019 FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup in Heraklion, Greece, where he earned All-Star Five honors. section: | slug: | sport: basketball | route: player_profile_home | The latter means that he doesnt always stay attached to his matchup, roaming free around the paint to help teammates or win the glass. He converts on a large number of his catch-and-shoot attempts. He doesnt create off-the-dribble 3s at a high volume but can hit them when he takes them. Playing primarily off the ball last season but also getting some opportunities to create out of ball screens, Ayayi emerged as a terrific all-around role player for the Bulldogs. As a junior, the Frenchman averaged 12 PPG, 7 RPG, 2.7 Joel Ayayi declares for NBA draft: 'A Zag forever', Gonzaga, Baylor dominate AP All-America teams, Zags, Bears remain 1-2 in poll; top 5 unchanged, Gonzaga's Ayayi to come back for junior season, Zags' Ayayi to test NBA draft, won't hire agent, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He frequently over-dribbles and gets himself stuck in traffic. Get a new profile of our College Basketball International Picks, Bordeaux, France 03.05.00 65 180lbs Wing-Guard / 67 Wingspan (*2017 by DraftExpress)RS Junior at Gonzaga / 2020 WCC Tournament MVP + 2 Bronze Medals with France Youth-Teams2020-21 Season: 11.8pts, 7.0rbs, 3.0ass, 1.2stls / Fist Triple-Double in Gonzagas history. Ayayi joined the Atlanta Hawks for NBA Summer League action in Las Vegas, averaging 5.2 ppg, 5.8 rpg and 2.4 apg in five appearances. Wingspan/ standing reach: Queta is also a very good playmaker for a center with good vision and accurate passing. Scan this QR code to download the app now. Villanova has an excellent track record of producing solid NBA role players and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl looks to be no exception. He has solid burst and does a good job of rising up to finish on the inside. [16] On 15 October, he was waived by Los Angeles[17] and two days later, he signed a two-way contract with the Washington Wizards. The 23-year-old also entered the starting five in place of Jay Scrubb (concussion) and connected on all five of his field-goal attempts, so look for him to continue serving as both an efficient scorer as well as a glass-cleaning presence for the time being. [27] His father stands 2.01m (6ft 7in) and played basketball professionally in France and for the Beninese national team. Todd is only 19 years old and a lot of his flaws are ones that can be worked through with age and experience. Defensive polish. Instagram: Capable shooter off the catch. As it currently stands, JREs self-creation ability isn't great but there have been enough glimpses to think that there is potential in that area. He is an effective play finisher from the dunker spot, capable of rising up and throwing it down with force. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Decent post game. For a player who could be available in the second round, theres not much more you can ask for. Acrobatic finisher. The biggest hole in Ayayis game is a lack of self-creation that will probably limit his ability to be a primary shot creator for a team. He is capable of finishing through lots of traffic. Doing a lot of little things on both ends, Ayayi showed a defensive toughness as a junior that he has developed steadily over the course of his collegiate career. With that said, Ayayi does so many things at a high level that it is hard to imagine him not becoming at least a solid rotation guard with the potential to be a very good starter. Similar to: Mardy Collins, Frank Ntilikina. Its worth noting that Gonzaga is on a school-record 30-0 run at the moment, and looks well equipped to keep the wins coming in the NCAA tournament. Ayayi notched 21 points (9-14 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds and four assists across 32 minutes in Tuesday's win over College Park. Like many prospects before him, Todd is a bit of a tweener and doesnt have a great natural position. The Magic announced Saturday that they waived Ayayi. Just like Tony Parker and other notable French ballers before him, Joel Ayayi is a product of the highly-rated National Institute of Sport, Expertise, and Performance (INSEP), a Paris-based public institution in charge of shaping Frances top performers at the high school level in numerous sports, not just hoops. Excellent physical profile. If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. He is trigger-happy in the mid-range and takes a lot of ill-advised shots. [21], On November 3, 2022, Ayayi was named to the opening night roster for the Lakeland Magic. 2000 Joel Ayayi will likely be the third Gonzaga product to hear his name called on draft night and the point guard brings a lot of highly desirable skills to the table. Robinson-Earl (JRE) wont be wowing anyone with his flashiness or star potential but he has a well-rounded skill set highly desired from role players. Proving efficient from the perimeter as well, Ayayi scored 1.21 points per perimeter shot in the half court [95th percentile] with his attempts split between catch-and-shoot jumpers and pull-ups. [3] On 27 April 2017, Ayayi committed to play college basketball for Gonzaga. Great finisher. Growing up, he idolized National Basketball Association (NBA) player and Bordeaux native Boris Diaw. 2Y; Zags, Bears remain 1-2 in poll; top 5 unchanged. Ayayi saw the most minutes off of Lakeland's bench Saturday versus Greensboro and posted a solid 15 points on just six field-goal attempts. He is a good cutter who takes advantage of how close defenders have to play him. He is an excellent shooter especially off the catch, as well as a highly efficient finisher on the inside. Ayayi is never going to impress with his scoring figures, but he's one of the most versatile point guards in the G League and can make his presence felt on both ends of the court. The 22-year-old is now averaging 9.3 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 1.3 steals across 31.7 minutes per contest. At 610 with a 71 wingspan, he has an advantageous height and length for the forward position. Making some strides as a fourth-year junior averaging 12 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.7 assists, Ayayi earned All-WCC 1st Team honors. [12], Coming into his junior season, Ayayi was named to the Preseason All-WCC team. Hes He has tunnel vision and often misses very basic reads to set up teammates, instead opting for high-difficulty shots. Listed at 6-foot-5 with a lanky 180-pound frame to go along with decent length, Ayayi has solid size for a guard, good lateral quickness, and impressive fluidity. [11] On 1 August, Ayayi announced he was withdrawing from the draft and returning for his junior season. The Kings surge late after Draymond Green's ejection to beat the Warriors in Game 2 and take a 2-0 series lead. The 23-year This largely comes from poor shot selection and he will have to improve his shot diet in order to become a more effective offensive player. He is a knockdown shooter in the mid-range, especially when using his turnaround jumper. The top team in the nation is surely one of the best offenses in recent years, but the notion that Gonzaga isnt as good a defensive team is wrong. He isn't the flashiest player on the floor, but the Frenchman is consistent, reliable, and a strong decision maker. Following the season he declared for the 2020 NBA draft but did not hire an agent. inBordeaux,France Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Basketball Reference Database. Good playmaker out of the post. Checking a variety of boxes as the third guard in an incredibly talented Gonzaga backcourt, Ayayi thrived in a complementary role as a junior. As a junior at Gonzaga and the fourth option on the top offense in the country by a mile, Redshirting his first year as a 17-year-old and filling a minor role in his second season at Gonzaga, Ayayi had a breakout performance at the 2019 FIBA U19 World Championship and maintained that momentum into his junior year with the Bulldogs. Ayayi fell just one point short of earning his third triple-double of the 2022-23 campaign, though, he played by far the most minutes (28) of any player coming off of Lakeland's bench in Wednesday's defeat. He could also stand to improve his off-ball defensive discipline, as he wasnt the best at staying attached to his man. In these cases, the average was taken. WebAyayi served as Lakeland's leading rebounder and top scorer off the bench during Thursday's defeat, and he also posted his third double-double of the 2022-23 campaign. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Although Ayayi has now failed to reach the double-digit scoring mark in 14 out of his last 16 appearances, he's still been able to make his presence felt by doing the dirty work and digging in defensively on a nightly basis. He has fantastic footwork and he showed flashes of a more advanced handle, especially in transition. Physical: 21 years old (turns 22 next March), 65 with a 67.5 wingspan and 85 standing reach, 180 pounds Strengths Defensively, Ayayi was quite good in man Solid post game. joelayayi, Position: home/away, monthly, etc More Joel Ayayi Basketball Reference pages. Efficient finisher. They dont have a towering or athletic big of previous seasons but thats not a problem. Ayayi posted 21 points (8-15 FG, 5-8 3Pt), eight rebounds, five assists and a steal across 32 minutes in Friday's win over Motor City. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. Outstanding passer and scorer off of screens, and they boost his already strong finishing ability pic.twitter.com/c1TBgCX8Wp, Joel Ayayi ranks in the 98th percentile of P&R ball handlers, per synergy. He projects as a versatile defender that can guard several positions up. He has incredibly fluid form on his jumper. The 22-year-old is now averaging 6.9 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.0 assists per game across Lakeland's last 12 contests. If he can make improvements to his polish, he has the potential to be an absolute defensive menace who can guard both the interior and the perimeter. Please let me know in the comments what you think about Ayayi as a prospect! A 2021 All-WCC and the 2020 WCC Tournament MVP, Joel Ayayi had a successful 3 years at Gonzaga. He is not very good at breaking down defenders off the dribble and wont be blowing by anyone at an NBA level. Ayayi gets often away with overhelping thanks to footspeed, long arms and timing for recovery, but he can get beaten by his man in rushed closeouts or be late to contests open threes. Capable playmaker. NBA Draft content related to the Dallas Mavericks. Despite not being a substantial scoring threat, Ayayi still finds ways to make his presence felt in other ways, as he has now combined for eight steals across Lakeland's previous two matchups. Queta is very mobile for a center of his size. With his positional size and intelligence, he has a great chance to carve out a role in the NBA. Excellent shooter. Powerful finisher. Probably the most fun skill in the class for me. Web Joel Ayayi is a fluid guard whose ability to do a bit of everything and improvement from the perimeter as a junior made him a vital cog in Gonzagas run to the national title game. Incredibly deep range. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. The NBA Draft is scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 29th and the Denver Nuggets currently own the 26th overall pick. His plus wingspan along with his size will allow him to be a mismatch on smaller guards. [4], Ayayi joined the Gonzaga basketball team at age 17 and redshirted his first season to train with the team. Most pressingly, Hyland is not a good playmaker and will be unable to handle lead creation duties. The son of a former pro-hooper, Ayayi grew up in Bordeaux in a basketball-driven family that helped him cultivate his passion for the game, personalized in his devotion for San Antonio Spurs forward Boris Diaw. Ayayi amassed Lakeland's sole double-double during Friday's season opener versus Memphis, as he posted 12 points and 10 rebounds, including eight offensive boards, in the contest. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. Shot 75% at the rim this year, and was in the 99th percentile of P&R ball handlers. WebJoel Ayayi Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft Status and more | Basketball-Reference.com Joel Ayayi Pronunciation: \JOE-el eye-yigh-ee\ Joel Ayayi Twitter : joel_ayayi Instagram: Thin frame. Stronger players can easily dislodge him on the inside. He is also built sturdy and plays with a lot of strength. He makes a lot of unforced errors with his dribbling and opponents dont have trouble stripping him. He has a nice touch on his finishes and even has a floater he can go to when the inside is contested. He doesnt create off-the-dribble 3s at a high volume but can hit them when he takes them. He has a slight rhythm dip and an incredibly smooth form. A key piece in Gonzaga's incredible season, Ayayi played well both on and off the ball for the Bulldogs. He also doesnt have the best vertical and wont be rising up on a regular basis. As it currently stands, he is somewhat raw on the defensive end, as his footwork isnt the best and he gets up out of his stance too often. He also can guard the perimeter in stints, giving him the upside to fit into switching schemes. Jol Ayayi (born 5 March 2000) is a French professional basketball player for the Osceola Magic of the NBA G League. Frequently guarding small forwards, staying active on the glass, and getting in the passing lanes with good instincts, he held his own defensively despite giving up strength in many and matchups and size in others. L.A. has 13 players guaranteed for next season, excluding two-way players Joel Ayayi and Austin Reaves; Mac McClung and Chaundee Brown arent officially on the main roster yet either. He can make stationary 3s as well as 3s off of movement and screens. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. Occasionally he loses his focus and settles for the steal instead of putting his body to work through contact. The home of hype and hope. Versatile defender. The Bulldogs won 95-70. Ayayi recorded 15 points (4-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal across 22 minutes during Saturday's 117-100 win over the Swarm. He is a solid interior scorer with a decent post-up game. He isnt the most fluid athlete and his footwork is often sloppy, leading to him getting burned by quicker opponents. Ayayi is an active defender who was asked go guard multiple positions as a junior in Gonzagas three-guard lineups. They sold him an identity, a style of play, and ultimately a developing plan. [9] On 10 March, he helped Gonzaga win the WCC tournament and was named Most Outstanding Player after scoring 17 points in the final against Saint Mary's. He makes some incredibly impressive wraparound passes thanks to his length and has dribble passes and skip passes in his arsenal. He is unable to hit pull-up jumpers, and his shot can be inconsistent as a spot up shooter, which is a core off-ball role. He is best as a stationary shooter but he is capable of knocking down shots off of handoffs and screens. If you are interested in seeing the full list of prospect breakdowns with stats and pictures, feel free to check it out here. 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