Karim Mane

Vanier College | SG | 2000

Height: 6'5"
Weight: 195
Wingspan: 6'10"

Shades of: Sterling Brown, Emmanuel Mudiay
Projected Role: Bench Scorer / Secondary Playmaker

Mock Draft Position: Undrafted
Big Board Ranking: N/A



Selling Points: 

Shot Creation & Confidence - With a quick release and a head full of confidence, Mane could be a better shooter than the numbers suggest (32% from three). Mane is equally as confident shooting off the dribble as he is on spot-ups or coming off of screens. Mane uses a low dribble, which needs further tightening, to create separation in which he uses to free himself up on the perimeter or get downhill towards the rim. His ability to change direction allows him to get to the shot he wants whether that be at the rim or on the wing. 

Secondary Playmaking - Mane showcased his potential as a secondary ball-handler at the U19 World Cup for Canada as he put up 3.1 assists per game. While an inpatient yet capable pick and roll navigator, Mane's playmaking strengths are in his transitional play and drive-and-kick game. Mane uses his long strides and burst to get into the teeth of the defense and has the awareness to catch shifts in the defense's focus and hit open shooters. In transition, Mane plays with his eyes up and is capable of finding his teammates as they fill the lane. 

Size & Speed - Standing 6'5" with a 6'10" wingspan, Karim Mane has great size for a guard and uses it to his advantage. Mane uses his long strides and above-average reach to get to the rim and bother opposing guards defensively (1.7 steals per game per 36 minutes). Mane also possesses blazing speed and quick acceleration which is best on display in transition. 


Turnoffs: 

Shot Selection & Efficiency- Mane shot just 36.6% from the field at the U19 World Cup which is largely due to his poor shot selection. Mane has a tendency to attempt difficult attempts whether that be from deep or on drives. When attacking the rim, Mane often struggles to control his speed and as a result of playing so recklessly, he whiffs shots at the rim (40% 2-point percentage) and misses easy drop-off reads. Mane also shot an underwhelming 50% from the free-throw line which raises concerns for his natural touch. 

Decision Making - Mane's speed and score-first mentality get the best of him when it comes to his on-ball decision making. At the U19 World Cup, Mane posted a 1.3 assist to turnover ratio and showed to be rather turnover prone. Mane pass accuracy is shoddy at times due to his impatience and this impatience shows in how he rushes pick and rolls on occasion. When driving in the halfcourt, Mane has a tendency to be stripped as he aimlessly dribbles into the opposition. 


Swing Skills:  

On-Court Maturity - Becoming both smarter in the looks he takes and more poised in his decision making will be key areas of focus for Mane in order to carve out a role in the NBA. Letting the game come to him and learning to play at different speeds will allow Mane to not only becoming more efficient in his scoring but to also be a reliable secondary playmaker.