MarJon Beauchamp! This was a crucial draft pick for the Bucks. Milwaukee does not have another first-round pick until 2028 draft. My initial reaction to the Bucks drafting MarJon Beauchamp was we got a player who can get it done on both sides of the court. The Bucks continue to draft players with inspirational stories. Beauchamp has been on a long and rigorous journey to get where he is today.
Player Profile
Height: 6’6.5″
Weight: 197
Wingspan: 7’0″
G League Ignite
Stats: 15.1 PPG 5.8 RBD 1.6 AST 1.6 STL 0.9 BL
What MarJon Beauchamp brings to the Bucks
Beauchamp brings several positives to the Bucks and will get a chance to contribute in year one. He can score off the dribble and isn’t scared to take it to the hoop strong. In addition, he has a polished midrange game and it could become reminiscent of Middleton’s. Another attribute is his movement without the ball. He excels at scoring on off-motion plays. Beauchamp attacks the boards and will collect plenty of rebounds for a guy his size.Throughout his journey, he’s been a solid defender and will be able to guard multiple positions. I believe that with his defensive skills people will be surprised with the amount of steals and blocks he records his rookie season. Jay Bilas said after this draft pick, “He’s got a ton of ability.” I believe the Bucks have drafted a playmaker.
What MarJon Beauchamp needs to work on
However, even with his two-way abilities, he’s a rookie, and there will be growing pains. There are a few skills that Beauchamp will need to work on to see his minutes increase throughout the season. Bucks need more 3-point shooters, and unfortunately Beauchamp is not that guy right now. He shot 30% from three in the G League, but before he joined the Ignite, he was shooting almost 40% at Yakima Valley College. Nevertheless, There is potential that his 3-point shot will catch up with the rest of his game. Despite the playmaking, Beauchamp can get a little loose and wild with his ball-handling. Luckily, he won’t be expected to do everything like he has at some of his stops. Previously, I said he will record nice defensive stats, but he can also get caught gambling on D.
Career Prediction
My prediction for Beauchamp’s career is that he will start by coming off the bench his first two years in the league. Next, he will become a starter as his 3-point percentage increases. He will learn the ins and outs of the pro game and cut down turnovers. He’s already shown that he has incredible resiliency and will keep working no matter what he faces. I think he can become a solid starter and approach that All-Star level.
Conclusion
In conclusion, I think the Bucks made a great pick. Although this pick might be a surprise to some, we will be seeing more G League Ignite players drafted in coming years. With MarJon’s versatility and athleticism he’s a 3-point shot away from being the 3&D guy the Bucks need to add to their rotation. Khash will be a mentor to Beauchamp. In addition, he will fit nicely next to Giannis and Jrue. Finally, I hope to see him playing in the Summer League as he transitions to the next level of the game.
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