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Tarris Reed Jr. was selected with the 26th pick in the 2026 NBA draft by the San Antonio Spurs Tuesday, June 23. He was actually taken by the Denver Nuggets, but was immediately traded to the Spurs, per multiple media reports. Reed Jr. had a career-season in his final year of college basketball with UConn and was instrumental in the Huskies making their way to the national championship game.
Here is what Reed Jr. can bring to San Antonio.
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Reed Jr. thrives when he has the ball in the paint. His clean footwork allows him to choose from an array of moves inside based on what the defense presents him with.
At 263 pounds, Reed Jr. also brings a level of physicality that is tough to contain. Expect him to showcase this ability at Summer League, and if translates to the NBA, he will attract double teams that can give his team additional scoring advantages.
Reed Jr. embraces the defensive side of basketball. After seeing what Adama Sanogo and Donovan Clingan did at that end at UConn, it is no doubt a must for any Dan Hurley-led team.
As the Huskies’ anchor, Reed Jr.’s size and length allow him to stifle shots at the rim. He is not the tallest, but he can be trusted to make plays defensively without fouling.
When play is in transition, Reed Jr. runs. Whether it is off a steal or a rebound, having your big man make winning plays when the game is moving fast is a coach’s dream.
Especially off steals, expect Reed Jr. to be in position to score. It shows how good he is at reading the game and reacting quickly.
Reed Jr. shows the signs of a smart player that positively affects the game. Provides a pathway for him to make his mark at the next level.
Markos Tsegaye can be reached at [email protected]. Follow him on X @10_Markos_
This article originally appeared on The Bulletin: UConn basketball Tarris Reed Jr. 2026 NBA Draft pick, analysis
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Here is what Reed Jr. can bring to San Antonio.
More: Who is Tarris Reed Jr.? What to know about UConn basketball's star center
A scoring presence inside
Reed Jr. thrives when he has the ball in the paint. His clean footwork allows him to choose from an array of moves inside based on what the defense presents him with.
At 263 pounds, Reed Jr. also brings a level of physicality that is tough to contain. Expect him to showcase this ability at Summer League, and if translates to the NBA, he will attract double teams that can give his team additional scoring advantages.
Defense
Reed Jr. embraces the defensive side of basketball. After seeing what Adama Sanogo and Donovan Clingan did at that end at UConn, it is no doubt a must for any Dan Hurley-led team.
As the Huskies’ anchor, Reed Jr.’s size and length allow him to stifle shots at the rim. He is not the tallest, but he can be trusted to make plays defensively without fouling.
Runs the floor hard
When play is in transition, Reed Jr. runs. Whether it is off a steal or a rebound, having your big man make winning plays when the game is moving fast is a coach’s dream.
Especially off steals, expect Reed Jr. to be in position to score. It shows how good he is at reading the game and reacting quickly.
Reed Jr. shows the signs of a smart player that positively affects the game. Provides a pathway for him to make his mark at the next level.
Markos Tsegaye can be reached at [email protected]. Follow him on X @10_Markos_
This article originally appeared on The Bulletin: UConn basketball Tarris Reed Jr. 2026 NBA Draft pick, analysis
Continue reading...
