Draft Eligible
2024
Draft Projection
49
Tristen
Newton
DOB
Apr 27, 2001
Class
19yrs
Team
Position
CONNECTICUT
PG
Height
6'3.25
Weight
191.8 lbs.
Wingspan
6'6.75
Hand
RIGHT
Contact
Aaron Turner
Agent - Verus Team Management
aturner@verusteam.com
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Last Updated
Jun 18, 2024
Scouting Report
Strengths
Demonstrates a strong ability to shoot from beyond the arc, both off the dribble and off the catch, providing a versatile scoring threat.
He can create scoring opportunities off the dribble, using his quickness and ball-handling skills to break down defenders and get to the basket or create space for his shot.
Has a keen ability for playmaking, consistently setting up his teammates with accurate passes and smart decision-making to facilitate the offense.
He is an effective rebounder for his position, using his athleticism and anticipation to secure boards and contribute to his team's rebounding efforts.
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Weaknesses
He needs to improve his consistency from beyond the arc, as his three-point shooting can be streaky and unreliable at times.
He should work on his touch in the lane, particularly with runners and floaters, to enhance his scoring efficiency in the paint.
Lacks explosiveness off the dribble, which can make it difficult for him to effectively penetrate against quicker defenders.
Needs to improve his shot selection, focusing on taking higher percentage shots within the flow of the offense to maximize scoring efficiency.
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Summary
Tristen demonstrates a strong ability to shoot from beyond the arc, both off the dribble and the catch, providing a versatile scoring threat. He can create scoring opportunities off the dribble, using his quickness and ball-handling skills to break down defenders, and has a keen ability for playmaking, consistently setting up his teammates with accurate passes and smart decision-making. Additionally, he is an effective rebounder for his position, using his athleticism and anticipation to secure boards. However, he needs to improve his consistency from beyond the arc, enhance his touch in the lane with runners and floaters, develop greater explosiveness off the dribble, and improve his shot selection to maximize scoring efficiency.
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Honors
Empire Classic All-Tournament Team - 2024
The Wooden Award All American Team - 2024
Empire Classic MVP - 2024
Bob Cousy (Best PG) Award - 2024
Consensus All-American First Team - 2024
NABC All-American First Team - 2024
AP All-American First Team - 2024
USBWA All-American Second Team - 2024
Sporting News All-American First Team - 2024
All-AAC Second Team - 2022
All-Big East First Team - 2024
Big East Tournament MVP - 2024
NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player - 2024
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Statistics
2023-24 SEASON STATS
PTS 15.1
REB 6.6
AST 6.2
FG% 41.5