Michigan Basketball: Caris LeVert to Get NBA Evaluation
By David Cuff
Jan 10, 2015; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines guard Caris LeVert (23) dunks in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
The 2014-15 Michigan basketball season certainly didn’t go the way Caris LeVert had hoped. He was the best player on a young team that wasn’t quite ready for the spotlight. If LeVert hadn’t gotten injured Michigan may very well still be in the NCAA Tournament hunt, but it wasn’t meant to be this year. Now LeVert, for the second straight year, will be getting an evaluation from the NBA Undergraduate Advisory Committee before making his decision on whether or not he will leave Michigan for the NBA.
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LeVert would be a big loss for Michigan. He played in just 18 games this season but is still the team leader in points per game, rebounds per game, assists per game, and steals per game. He was also shooting 81% from the free throw line and over 40% from three point range. LeVert was in the middle of his second straight great season before a foot injury ended it prematurely.
LeVert was seen at times this year as a potential lottery pick, and is still in the first round discussion even after his injury. He has great size for his position and is also quick. That will give him the ability to guard multiple positions in the NBA, from point guards up to small forwards. In addition to his defensive prowess, LeVert has a lot of skill on the offensive side of the floor as well. He has good handles, can pass better than most two guards, and can knock down open shots all the way out to three point range. This season he showed the ability to create off the dribble as well.
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Once the season is over LeVert faces a tough decision. If he comes back to Michigan they have the chance to compete for a Big Ten title, and he could improve his draft stock by showing his injury isn’t a factor. At the same time, if he is confident that he will be a first round pick then it may not be wise to go back to school and risk further injury. The evaluation from the advisory committee will likely play a big factor in his decision. Either way I see LeVert having a lot of success no matter where he plays next year.