Tyrese Proctor had a productive three-year run in college, and the former Duke guard is working to showcase his ability and skill set to teams ahead of the 2025 NBA draft.
Proctor was a third-team All-ACC selection last season, averaging 12.4 points, three rebounds and 2.2 assists on 40.5% shooting from 3-point range in 38 games. He led the Blue Devils with 89 3-pointers, ranking third in the conference.
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The 6-foot-5 Australian helped Duke qualify for the NCAA Tournament in each year while with the program, including a run to the Final Four this year. He established himself as an impact player at both ends of the court, traits he wants to showcase at the next level.
“I’m really versatile as a guard,” Proctor said Monday after working out in Sacramento, via Sean Cunningham of KCRA-TV. “I can guard multiple positions. I had to play defense at Duke for three years, so I’ve always had that. But, offensively, I played on the ball, off the ball, so whatever the team needs from me.”
Proctor finished in double figures 26 times last season, including four 20-point performances. He produced a season-high 25 points and two assists on March 23 in a win over Baylor in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
The 21-year-old said he has completed five team workouts, with about five remaining before the draft on June 25-26 in Brooklyn, New York. He is projected to be a second-round pick because of his ability to play at either guard spot, shoot and defend.
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Proctor is eager to continue proving himself in workouts against his peers and help his draft stock. He is confident his time in Durham has prepared him for the NBA.
“We had a highly talented offensive group at Duke,” Proctor said. “I think just carrying that over, learning how to play in a system, play your role (and) sacrifice minutes, points or whatever it may be — I think that is going to be the biggest transition.”
This article originally appeared on Rookie Wire: Tyrese Proctor: Duke guard reveals strengths ahead of 2025 NBA draft
