Ayayi collected a team-high 18 points on an efficient 77.8 percent shooting clip Saturday, including four makes on five attempts from downtown. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Tuesday, April 18, 2:17AM. He can be beat off of the dribble by quicker players and he doesnt have the verticality to be a reliable rim protector at his size. 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. A 2021 All-WCC and the 2020 WCC Tournament MVP, Joel Ayayi had a successful 3 years at Gonzaga. [21], On November 3, 2022, Ayayi was named to the opening night roster for the Lakeland Magic. 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. He is a knockdown shooter in the mid-range, especially when using his turnaround jumper. 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. Draymond Green gives his side of the story about his ejection for stepping on Domantas Sabonis in the Warriors' Game 2 loss. Ayayi 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. Joel Ayayi is a great finisher at the rim and even greater using P&R. [8] At the conclusion of the regular season, Ayayi was named Honorable Mention All-West Coast Conference (WCC). Ayayi was one of the most versatile players in the G League this season and he was able to make an impact on both ends of the court once again. WebJoel Ayayi College Stats | College Basketball at Sports-Reference.com Joel Ayayi Position: Guard 6-5 , 180lb (196cm, 81kg) Hometown: Paris, France High School: Institut national He gets to the rim well and can finish on either side with either hand. Ayayi will look to land a deal with another team. 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. He isnt the best shooter off the dribble but he pretends he is. [18] Ayayi was then later waived on 8 March 2022. The 6-4, 180-pound Ayayi played in 29 games last season with Capital City in the G League and averaged 10.7 points, 6.6 assists and 5.7 rebounds. He shot best when left open and took advantage of pick and pops to generate wide-open looks. Like many prospects before him, Todd is a bit of a tweener and doesnt have a great natural position. Joel Ayayi will join the Los Angeles Lakers after agreeing to a two-way contract, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.. At 65, he will be on the taller side for point guards. Ayayi recorded 15 points (7-7 FG, 1-1 FT), 12 rebounds, six assists and one block across 29 minutes during Thursday's 132-131 overtime loss to the Herd. The 6-foot-4 guard is currently averaging 8.2 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game across 36 G League contests on the year. He has tunnel vision and often misses very basic reads to set up teammates, instead opting for high-difficulty shots. His pull-up jump shot and off-the-catch jump shot are potent anywhere from the mid-range all the way back to the logo. He ended just two boards shy of posting a double-double here, and it's worth noting he has accomplished that he has yet to reach that mark despite averaging 9.8 points, 6.3 assists and 5.4 rebounds per game. [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. Ayayi recorded 18 points (7-9 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Saturday's 95-93 loss to the Vipers. 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. NBA.com is part of Warner Media, LLCs Turner Sports & Entertainment Digital Network, *Translations are limited to select pages. Similar to: Mardy Collins, Frank Ntilikina. 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. He finishes on the inside at an extremely efficient clip. He is capable of creating his own shot from beyond the arc and reliably knocking it down. Good on-ball defender. A 2021 All-WCC and the 2020 WCC Tournament MVP, Joel Ayayi had a successful 3 years at Gonzaga. 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. Below is his full scouting report: Joel Ayayi is a tall point guard with defensive prowess, as well as finishing ability, cutting, pick & roll excellence, and overall playing bigger than his size as a point guard. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports, Gonzaga Basketball Joel Ayayi James Snook-USA TODAY Sports. Todd is only 19 years old and a lot of his flaws are ones that can be worked through with age and experience. While his scoring numbers have been inconsistent all season long, it's worth noting that Ayayi has been recognized as one of the most versatile point guards in the G League. The key to Quetas success will be his defensive polish. Not a playmaker. He is a solid interior scorer with a decent post-up game. He moves his feet well and can cut opponents off, forcing them into jump shots. Ayayi went undrafted this year and subsequently signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. 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. For some reason, Joel has neither been able to play in French colours alongside Sekou Doumbouya, the other 2000 outstanding prospect. He is also constantly relocating in order to get open. He tends to leave his stance, which can give opponents opportunities to get open. Seeing more action on the ball at the junior level internationally than he has at Gonzaga, Ayayi nonetheless showed the ability to make the simple play as a passer out of ball screens in limited opportunities last season. Ayayi was born and raised in Bordeaux, France. Mondays news caps off an Known as a creative playmaker, Ayayi is quick and athletic. Shot 75% at the rim this year, and was in the 99th percentile of P&R ball handlers. He doesnt have the strength to be able to hang with bigs on a full-time basis but he also doesnt have the quickness to guard many of the modern 4s in the NBA. Hylands flaws largely stem from the fact that his physical profile is closer to that of a point guard but he plays much more like a shooting guard. He does a good job of using verticality to rise up and deter drives. Outside of his hook shot, he does not have any reliable post moves in his arsenal and is not a reliable scoring option from the low post. Where logical evaluation and substance generate discussion, rather than conventional stereotypes and uninspiring cliches. Todd is a powerful finisher on the inside and has a silky-smooth jumper that he deploys both in the mid-range and from deep. The Magic announced Saturday that they waived Ayayi. After a rough Summer League, the Lakers waived Ayayi on Friday. The 22-year-old is now averaging 10.3 points, 5.8 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game this season. 8 Gonzaga top Southern Miss 94-69 at Atlantis", "Filip Petrusev, No. Below is his full scouting report: Name: Joel Ayayi. 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. They dont have a towering or athletic big of previous seasons but thats not a problem. He converts on a large number of his catch-and-shoot attempts. He does well in drop coverages thanks to his ability to close ground quickly with his length and contest pull-up jumpers despite the drop. Solid finisher on the inside. Capable playmaker. Jan 14, 2021; Spokane, Washington, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Joel Ayayi (11) raise his hand after making a three-pointer in a game against the Pepperdine Waves in the second half of a WCC mens basketball game at McCarthey Athletic Center. Defenders are forced to pick him up almost at half-court thanks to his shooting gravity. [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. 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. Working with an NBA Strength and Conditioning program should help him make strides on the defensive end, and working within an NBA offense where he is not the focal point should help him learn how to become more selective with his shooting. 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. Poor ball security. A hub for the hardcore NBA Draft enthusiast. An example of the Zags defense all by himself, its a joy to watch Joels decision-making on the fly, when he reacts but also dictates offense using his length and wing-size to measure the threat, beat opponents to the spot, and hunt and hustle for the ball. Flashing the ability to take what opposing defenses gave him with his fluidity off the bounce, he was extremely opportunistic at the rim within the Bulldogs spacing. Making significant strides as a jump shooter each year at the collegiate level, he is not overly dynamic getting to his pull-up, but has soft touch from beyond the arc to take what defenders give him off the bounce and space the floor effectively. Ayayi can create for others out of the pick and roll and is a solid on-ball defender with switchability upside. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. 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 has the strength and footwork to be able to back guys down. [1] Ayayi attended INSEP, a sports institute in Paris, and played for affiliated club Centre Fdral. His playmaking mostly comes from the post where he uses his height to see above defenders and make quality reads. Joel Ayayi is the best backdoor cutter in the 2021 Draft by a wide margin, imo. He can reliably create the space to get his jump shot off and he also does a good job of getting to the rim. He is an uncomfortable shooter when pulling up in isolation. 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. Additionally, defense is currently an issue for Hyland since he isnt quick enough to match up well on guards and his lack of strength does not suit him well for defending bigger players. He stands up out of his defensive stance too often which leads to him getting beat. Solid handle. 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. 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. He is particularly potent at finding open weak side shooters and he also did a solid job of finding cutters. He is not very good at breaking down defenders off the dribble and wont be blowing by anyone at an NBA level. Analysis, articles, highlight videos, news & updates, information, rumors, interesting stats, podcasts, etc. He could also stand to improve his off-ball defensive discipline, as he wasnt the best at staying attached to his man. [23] At the 2016 FIBA U16 European Championship in Radom, Poland, he averaged 11.3 points and 6.7 rebounds per game for France. home/away, monthly, etc More Joel Ayayi Basketball Reference pages. 2021 NBA Draft: Stiffs Big Board 2.0. Teams are unable to go under on screens when he is the handler as he is fully capable of punishing them. When you put together his wing-size and those natural instincts and high IQ, the combination looks fully translatable and could shortly open the doors for Ayayi as a plug and play off-the-bench guy in some NBA franchise. Joel Ayayi: The redshirt junior guard Joel announced on Friday, April 9 that he would forgo his senior season and has declared for the NBA Draft. Ayayi often unnecessarily goes out of his way to finish with his right hand when he has the easy look for his left hand, which is a habit that will help him maintain his absurd 75% shooting at the rim. Excellent physical profile. He also doesnt have the best vertical and wont be rising up on a regular basis. After averaging 15.7 points per game, he was named to the All-Star Five. All rights reserved. What makes Queta interesting from a modern big standpoint is his mobility and passing. They work like a well-drilled unit without a specific but several ball-screen D approaches, ready to rotate, scramble and switch, collapsing and helping on Post-Defense, breaking up ball-movement, attacking the basketball and forcing TOs. Tremendous interior defender. Queta is very mobile for a center of his size. Ayayi showcased flashes of a 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. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. Since there is no way to know for certain who will be available, I will be making my way through each prospect I have ranked below 30. Joel Ayayi is a French Basketball Player who currently on the rooster of the Gonzaga Bulldogs, alongside Killian Tillie and Corey Kispert, of the West Coast Scan this QR code to download the app now. [7] He had 20 points in a 9450 win over San Diego on 9 January 2020. 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. He is a willing passer and is most potent playmaking in transition and out of the pick and roll. The 22-year-old continues to play a prominent role coming off of Lakeland's bench this season. He doesnt create off-the-dribble 3s at a high volume but can hit them when he takes them. He projects as a versatile defender that can guard several positions up. 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. fr, High School: Ayayi recorded 10 points (5-5 FG, 0-2 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists and two steals across 27 minutes during Thursday's 124-102 win over Raptors 905. For a player who could be available in the second round, theres not much more you can ask for. His mechanics are inconsistent and he looks uncomfortable shooting off the dribble or off of movement. In short, the Zags hold opponents to 69.1pts per game and 42% FG over the year and are #11 in Kenpom Adjusted Defensive Efficiency. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. 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