Redshirting his first year as a 17-year-old and filling a minor role in his second season at Gonzaga, Ayayi had a breakout performance at the 2019 FIBA U19 World Championship and maintained that momentum into his junior year with the Bulldogs. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onAll College Basketball and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. [15], After going undrafted in the 2021 NBA draft, Ayayi signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers on 3 August 2021. His form is smooth and lightning quick. Quicker players can blow by him on the perimeter. Right, Born: He currently lacks strength and his thin stature might prohibit him from being able to pack on the muscle he needs to improve his physicality. The 22-year-old is now averaging 10.3 points, 5.8 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game this season. He makes deep outlet passes that help to jumpstart offensive possessions. Not a playmaker. Knockdown shooter off the catch. 8 Gonzaga top Southern Miss 94-69 at Atlantis", "Filip Petrusev, No. Ayayi signed a contract with the Magic on Monday. Here are two great examples from the KU game that happened w/in 60 sec of each other. He doesnt create off-the-dribble 3s at a high volume but can hit them when he takes them. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. He is a capable finisher, able playmaker, and versatile defender. His lateral quickness is solid but not elite and he can be shaken by speedier players. With JRE, the biggest question mark is his shooting. Villanova has an excellent track record of producing solid NBA role players and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl looks to be no exception. He is decent at making straight-line drives, and when he cant get all the way to the rim, he has a solid hook shot in his arsenal. 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. Ayayi went undrafted this year and subsequently signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Stronger players can easily dislodge him on the inside. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. WebHe measured in at 65 with shoes with a 610.25 wingspan at the combine. He gets to the rim well and can finish on either side with either hand. WebJoel Ayayi G - Gonzaga Height: 6'4" Weight: 200 LBS Wingspan: 6'7" Class: Junior Draft day age: 21 Projected team: Pacers - #54 Roles: Defender, Shooter, Facilitator PTS 12.0 REB With that said, Hyland will need to improve other facets of his game, such as playmaking and defense, in order to outgrow the role of bench spark plug. [27] His father stands 2.01m (6ft 7in) and played basketball professionally in France and for the Beninese national team. He is particularly fond of super deep 2s and could benefit from taking the extra steps to extend them into 3s. If all goes right, Todd has the potential to become one of the more talented offensive forwards in the league with nice two-way potential. He has incredibly poor ball security and ends up turning it over a lot off of both unforced errors and opponents going for steals. He is incredibly smart on both sides of the court and plays with a lot of discipline. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. The Wizards waived Ayayi on Wednesday, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports. Ayayi is another prospect who should have been drafted in the second round but didn't hear his name called on July 29. The 23-year-old also entered the starting five in place of Jay Scrubb (concussion) and connected on all five of his field-goal attempts, so look for him to continue serving as both an efficient scorer as well as a glass-cleaning presence for the time being. He isnt the most fluid athlete and his footwork is often sloppy, leading to him getting burned by quicker opponents. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports, Gonzaga Basketball Joel Ayayi James Snook-USA TODAY Sports. Unplayable if: Jump shooting doesnt translate, and his struggles going left hold him back as a plus finisher. No, not really when you focus on the undisputable #1 team in the nation, Gonzaga Basketball, and on one of the players who make the Zags click on both ends, epitomizing the culture that Mark Few has put in place in Spokane since the end of the 90s. Mondays news caps off an Not a good shot creator. He makes some incredibly impressive wraparound passes thanks to his length and has dribble passes and skip passes in his arsenal. Ayayi could be a useful role player off the bench in virtually any lineup due to his elite cutting ability. Still, even with all the promising tools at his disposal, Ayayi is far from the complete D-stopper he will likely need to be at the next level. Instagram: He gets around well on the court and does a good job of navigating through traffic. Occasionally he loses his focus and settles for the steal instead of putting his body to work through contact. Ayayi recorded nine points (3-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds and three assists across 28 minutes during Wednesday's 133-102 loss to the Blue. Ayayi multiplies his D value thanks to his ability to read offensive schemes and help his big men in doubles as well as to rotate to seal defensive cracks in the line-up. Bad defender. Tremendous interior defender. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. [3] On 27 April 2017, Ayayi committed to play college basketball for Gonzaga. He makes some incredibly impressive wraparound passes thanks to his length and has dribble passes and skip passes in his arsenal. Join our linker program. [25] Ayayi helped France win bronze at the 2019 FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup in Heraklion, Greece, where he earned All-Star Five honors. The 23-year-old is now averaging 8.5 points, 5.6 boards and 3.9 assists per game this year. Playmaking potential. The Frenchman moves swiftly on POA putting pressure on the ball-handler and makes himself larger, full arm-extension in display. Similar to: Mardy Collins, Frank Ntilikina. Hes just that sort of glue-guy that every roster needs and, among other things, he has become the perfect advertisement for Gonzagas team-defense. Ayayi saw the most minutes off of Lakeland's bench Saturday versus Greensboro and posted a solid 15 points on just six field-goal attempts. Inconsistent shooter. He doesnt reliably create separation with his handle. Capable playmaker. The other key area for Ayayi to maintain consistent success is developing his left hand, both as a ball-handler and a finisher. He has a slight rhythm dip and an incredibly smooth form. Great finisher. His 3-point range extends way past the three-point line and almost into logo territory. 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. On the court, Ayayi passes the look test, standing 6-foot-4 and blessed with wide shoulders and good length. Ayayi notched 10 points (5-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 11 assists, two rebounds and two steals across 25 minutes in Friday's win over Lakeland. Playmaking potential. 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. With a quarter of his possessions coming on put backs and cuts, Ayayi showed tremendous timing and very good energy off the ball. As it currently stands, JREs self-creation ability isn't great but there have been enough glimpses to think that there is potential in that area. If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. He has the strength and footwork to be able to back guys down. Probably the most fun skill in the class for me. He has fantastic footwork and he showed flashes of a more advanced handle, especially in transition. He does a poor job of navigating traps and doubles and tends to turn it over when pressured. [6] On 27 November 2019, early in his sophomore season, Ayayi posted 21 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in a win over Southern Miss. Scan this QR code to download the app now. He moves his feet well and can cut opponents off, forcing them into jump shots. Jol Ayayi (born 5 March 2000) is a French professional basketball player for the Osceola Magic of the NBA G League. Draft Home|Draft Board|Teams|Prospects. He also misses some switches, causing defensive breakdowns. He tends to leave his stance, which can give opponents opportunities to get open. A hub for the hardcore NBA Draft enthusiast. He is an excellent shooter especially off the catch, as well as a highly efficient finisher on the inside. At 65, he will be on the taller side for point guards. Teams are unable to go under on screens when he is the handler as he is fully capable of punishing them. For a player who could be available in the second round, theres not much more you can ask for. Twitter: All picks and predictions are suggestions only. For teams looking for a talented offensive forward who can score at all three levels, look no further than Isaiah Todd. He completely dies on screens and is easily shaken when tracking his man off the ball. 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. Not a scorer off the dribble. Frequently guarding small forwards, staying active on the glass, and getting in the passing lanes with good instincts, he held his own defensively despite giving up strength in many and matchups and size in others. He was extremely opportunistic in the open floor and cutting off the ball, shot the ball well from the perimeter choosing his spots effectively, and provided some value as a passer both in the flow of the Bulldogs offense and functioning as a secondary ball handler for stretches. 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 Averaging 1.41 points per shot around the rim in the half court [89th percentile], Ayayi is not the most explosive athlete, but has very good touch and can play above the rim with a head of steam. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. The consistent flow of excellent players in & out of Gonzaga indicates how effective this approach has become not just for the school but also for the student-athletes turning pros at different levels. He is best as a stationary shooter but he is capable of knocking down shots off of handoffs and screens. [20], Ayayi joined the Atlanta Hawks for the 2022 NBA Summer League. 2021 NBA Draft: Stiffs Big Board 2.0. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports, Gonzaga Basketball Joel Ayayi James Snook-USA TODAY Sports. Excellent shooter. 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. The 610 power forward is sure to attract teams thanks to his scoring prowess. As a junior, the Frenchman averaged 12 PPG, 7 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.1 SPG, 0.2 BPG, and 1.4 TOPG on shooting splits of 58/39/78. He is unable to hit pull-up jumpers, and his shot can be inconsistent as a spot up shooter, which is a core off-ball role. The younger brother of WNBA player Valeriane Ayayi, he emerged as a prospect early in his career in France. [5] In his redshirt freshman season, he averaged 5.6 minutes per game through 23 contests. 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. He is capable of creating his own shot from beyond the arc and reliably knocking it down. Poor ball-handler. the official stats partner of the NBA, NHL and MLB. Checking a variety of boxes as the third guard in an incredibly talented Gonzaga backcourt, Ayayi thrived in a complementary role as a junior. When defending post-ups, he is strong enough to hold his ground and routinely rejects the shot attempts using his length. He gets to the rim well and can finish on either side with either hand. He frequently over-dribbles and gets himself stuck in traffic. Excellent size. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. 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. 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 His mechanics are solid but he struggles heavily when contested. Not a good shot creator. All Rights Reserved. [24] Ayayi led his team to a bronze medal at the 2018 FIBA U18 European Championship in Latvia. Excellent physical profile. 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. 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 ends the regular season averaging 10.7 points, 6.6 assists and 5.8 rebounds per contest. WebJoel Ayayi Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft Status and more | Basketball-Reference.com Joel Ayayi Pronunciation: \JOE-el eye-yigh-ee\ Joel Ayayi Twitter : joel_ayayi Instagram: Acrobatic finisher. Incredibly deep range. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. His lateral quickness is solid but not elite and he can be shaken by speedier players. He is trigger-happy in the mid-range and takes a lot of ill-advised shots. When Ayayi is engaged on-the-ball though, his point-of-attack technique becomes a nightmare for the other team: high energy, lateral movement, quick hands, and wingspan shrinking passing windows, and anticipating plays. Ayayi registered five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt), 10 assists, five rebounds, three steals and one block across 23 minutes during Saturday's 117-111 win over the G League Celtics. 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. He isnt the best shooter off the dribble but he pretends he is. He finishes on the inside at an extremely efficient clip. Following the season, Ayayi declared for the 2021 NBA draft and forgo his remaining college eligibility. With that said, he has solid mechanics, especially off the catch, that inspire hope he can become a capable catch-and-shoot option. He stands up out of his defensive stance too often which leads to him getting beat. [23] At the 2016 FIBA U16 European Championship in Radom, Poland, he averaged 11.3 points and 6.7 rebounds per game for France. At 610 with a 71 wingspan, he has an advantageous height and length for the forward position. He does a poor job of navigating screens and can lose his man easily, especially if he is guarding an active off-ball player. His shooting ability is better than the numbers indicate and he shot catch-and-shoot 3s at a pretty good clip. He flashed the ability to get separation off the dribble and every move he makes is done with both power and purpose. The 22-year-old has been rather quiet over the last month, but he's nonetheless averaged 7.8 points and 6.5 rebounds per game over the last eight matchups. His lateral quickness isnt great, which allows opponents to blow by him with ease and he often isnt able to recover onto the play. Ayayi gets often away with overhelping thanks to footspeed, long arms and timing for recovery, but he can get beaten by his man in rushed closeouts or be late to contests open threes. Besides, Ayayi has always exhibited feel and leadership within his age-group, as well as the unquestionable will to invest and improve himself when he moved to Spokane as a skinny 17yo instead of signing for some professional club at home. He is a potent shooter off the catch and can hit stationary shots as well as shots off of movement. 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. It is also worth noting that Queta is not very skilled at handling or shooting the ball, although neither of those things will be a large part of his role in the NBA. Dosunmu utilizes this length to rebound at a good rate for a guard, challenge shots, and generally disrupt offenses. His plus wingspan along with his size will allow him to be a mismatch on smaller guards. + d'infos dans quelques instants #FIBAU19WC pic.twitter.com/2Zs8H4kXHE. [23] Ayayi's older sister Valriane has played for the French women's national team, most notably at the 2016 Summer Olympics, and in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). His shot creation ability expands to the mid-range, where he is capable of hitting some incredibly high-difficulty shots. Joel Ayayi is already coming off a bit of a breakout season after going from benchwarmer to starter for Gonzaga, but the 6-5, 180-pounder is in line to take another big step forward and become a national star. Solid post game. He is an excellent Joel Ayayi is a great finisher at the rim and even greater using P&R. 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. As a junior, the Frenchman averaged 12 PPG, 7 RPG, 2.7 APG, 1.1 SPG, 0.2 BPG, and 1.4 TOPG on shooting splits of 58/39/78. Queta has all the tools to be a decent rotational big and with some development, could become an excellent two-way center with starting potential. Good playmaker out of the post. An extremely young Ayayi had bought completely into the vision that Mark Few and Tommy Lloyd built over two decades in Spokane. He is a knockdown shooter in the mid-range, especially when using his turnaround jumper. [14] As a junior, he averaged 12 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game and was named to the First Team All-West Coast Conference. He has a nice touch on his finishes and even has a floater he can go to when the inside is contested. 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. The community for the 17-time NBA Champion Boston Celtics! Ayayi recorded the first triple-double in program history in a win at Portland on Jan. 9. Solid handle. If you are interested in seeing the full list of prospect breakdowns with stats and pictures, feel free to check it out here. 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On the defensive end, Queta is an absolute shot-blocking machine, averaging over 3 blocks per game in college. 2Y; Zags, Bears remain 1-2 in poll; top 5 unchanged. He gets around well on the court and does a good job of navigating through traffic. Decent post game. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Teams are unable to go under on screens when he is the handler as he is fully capable of punishing them. On top of all that, he fits the increasingly popular build of tall point guard, as he is 65 with a positive wingspan. One of the tricks that Mark Few likes to use to slow down his rivals offensive rhythm and keep them off-balance is to play a full-court 1-2-2 press in which Ayayi usually fits and thrives at the tip of the triangle. Under the terms of the deal he was to split time between the Lakers and their NBA G League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers. Despite not being a substantial scoring threat, Ayayi still finds ways to make his presence felt in other ways, as he has now combined for eight steals across Lakeland's previous two matchups. Ayayi shot 38.9% from deep this season on the way to 12.0 points per contest, and regularly added great reads off the dribble as a facilitaor, playmaking, and disciplined defense on the other end. Web Joel Ayayi is a fluid guard whose ability to do a bit of everything and improvement from the perimeter as a junior made him a vital cog in Gonzagas run to the national title game. He has solid burst and does a good job of rising up to finish on the inside. If he can make improvements to his polish, he has the potential to be an absolute defensive menace who can guard both the interior and the perimeter. He was a high-volume post player in college thanks to his size. He has solid touch around the rim and finishes through contact with ease. Joel Ayayi is a fluid guard whose ability to do a bit of everything and improvement from the perimeter as a junior made him a vital cog in Gonzagas run to the national title game. Efficient finisher. Powerful finisher. 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. Ayayi was one of two players to tell teams not to draft him, as he preferred to choose his destination, and landed with the Lakers over the summer on a two-way contract. Queta is also a very good playmaker for a center with good vision and accurate passing. He is easily contained off the dribble and he does not do well when pressured. 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. The 22-year-old figures to once again start and provide Lakeland with relentless effort during Sunday's meeting against Birmingham. His playmaking mostly comes from the post where he uses his height to see above defenders and make quality reads. He projects as a versatile defender that can guard several positions up. He frequently contests shots at the rim and is an elite shot blocker. 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. He finishes on the inside at an extremely efficient clip. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Sports > Gonzaga basketball Former Gonzaga guard Joel Ayayi signs two-way contract with Wizards, reuniting with Corey Kispert, Rui Hachimura. Good physical dimensions. joel_ayayi What makes Queta interesting from a modern big standpoint is his mobility and passing. He should continue to play a key role for the Go-Go as the playoffs progress. WebAyayi joined the Gonzaga basketball team at age 17 and redshirted his first season to train with the team. His strength shortages can become an issue when navigating picks along with his all-over-the-place approach. He isnt the best at sticking to his man off the ball. 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. The most pressing concern with Todd comes from the defensive end. He also tallied the second-most assists for a Gonzaga player in a single game. 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. Shoots: He is great at straight-line drives and is also capable of using hesitations and change-of-pace plays to freeze defenders and blow by them. Height/Weight: 65 / 180. 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. Do you have a blog? Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. He also has made some pretty high difficulty passes on the inside. Outstanding passer and scorer off of screens, and they boost his already strong finishing ability pic.twitter.com/c1TBgCX8Wp, Joel Ayayi ranks in the 98th percentile of P&R ball handlers, per synergy. NBA.com is part of Warner Media, LLCs Turner Sports & Entertainment Digital Network, *Translations are limited to select pages. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. Player stats broken down into various categories; i.e. Capable playmaker. It was a well-rounded effort for Ayayi, who impacted Friday's contest versus Mexico City on the boards, as a playmaker and as a scoring threat. He is more than happy to try and out-dribble opponents, slowing down possessions and limiting ball movement. 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. [7] He had 20 points in a 9450 win over San Diego on 9 January 2020. He is a good cutter who takes advantage of how close defenders have to play him. 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. He isnt the best at sticking to his man off the ball. Lacks an advanced handle. VITALS / STATS Bordeaux, France 03.05.0065180lbs Wing-Guard / 67 Wingspan (*2017) RS JR at Gonzaga / 2020 WCC Tournament MVP + 2 Bronze Medals Wingspan/ standing reach: He shot best when left open and took advantage of pick and pops to generate wide-open looks. [22], Ayayi holds dual citizenship to France and his parents' home country of Benin, but he plays basketball for the French national teams. For what it's worth, he's averaging 10.4 points, 6.5 assists and 5.6 rebounds per game. The home of hype and hope. Analysis, articles, highlight videos, news & updates, information, rumors, interesting stats, podcasts, etc. A 2021 All-WCC and the 2020 WCC Tournament MVP, Joel Ayayi had a successful 3 years at Gonzaga. The 22-year-old is now averaging 9.3 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 1.3 steals across 31.7 minutes per contest. 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. Solid handle. Bones certainly makes a compelling argument that his offense is indeed good enough thanks to his shooting, finishing, and shot creation. He is an effective play finisher from the dunker spot, capable of rising up and throwing it down with force. Ayayi recorded four points (2-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and three steals across 25 minutes during Friday's 124-115 loss to the Salt Lake City Stars. 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