Urban Kroflic

10.5 points, 8/21 2FG – 7/24 3FG – 6.2 rebounds , 2.7 assists, 1.7 steals

2006-born Slovenian prospect Urban Kroflic averaged 10.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.7 steals in 4 games and helped his team finish the tournament in the first place. Kroflic’s performance was similar to last year’s ANGT, had trouble finishing around the rim and his shots didn’t fall at times, couldn’t find his rhythm. He has the potential to become a solid scorer and shooter but might not be the ideal first scoring option that a team should rely on in every game. He can run the floor for fast break opportunities and create for himself in half court but needs to improve his finishing skills. His confidence during games is crucial for his shooting, has a good feel and touch. Although he is not a playmaker or a great passer, he can be more than a shooter, operate pick and rolls and create for his teammates too when needed, has to be more careful with easy turnovers and sloppy passes. He is good at deflections and shows some hustle plays on defense but can lose his focus and misread plays. Kroflic grabbed 25 rebounds in 4 games which is a positive sign for the future and has to be noted.

15 pts, FG2-52.8%, FG3-30%, FT-68.8%, 2.0 reb, 1.8 ast, 1.2 st, 2.0 to, 0.0 blck

A 16-year-old Slovenian lefty guard had a rather unexciting start to the tournament. Urban seemed like he was somewhere else and at times even looked like he didn’t want the ball in his hands. But, then all of the sudden in the last group game against Zalgiris he exploded with a 31-point performance. He was a lot more engaged on both ends, knocked down a few smooth jumpers and was more aggressive off the dribble looking for options down the lane. Generally, just played with purpose. With that said, Urban is a one-dimensional player at the moment. Doesn’t have a vast array of moves either and sometimes has moments when he gets ahead of himself. Not a convincing finisher close to the rim. Average passer at best, a lot of his deliveries were sloppy. Defensively it was also very inconsistent. Angles were off, often got completely lost on screens and at times seemed to be avoiding contact.

(Written by Igor Chytrzynski)