Summary: Wolf is a 7-footer who ran point for Michigan, playing a slick style with risky passes and step-back jumpers that made him a highlight factory. But he’s also a turnover machine and his shooting numbers are shaky, making him more of a raw bet who needs time to prove he can match his flash with substance.
Comparisons: Kelly Olynyk, Frank Kaminsky
Strengths
Shot creation: Funky ball-handler with a knack for making highlight passes who showcases unique ball-handling and passing ability for a 7-footer. Comfortable bringing the ball up or operating from the perimeter, especially running pick-and-roll or facing up and driving to the rim. If his shot translates, he could offer great value slashing.
Cutting: He’s a headsy cutter who especially thrives near the middle of the floor, using one or two dribbles to get to the basket. This could translate to short-roll success.
Hustle: Uses his large frame well to secure rebounds on both ends and he clearly puts in a great effort at chasing opportunities. Similarly, he plays hard on defense, looking for block opportunities, and rotates with energy. Even on-ball, he plays with all his effort to keep in front of opponents as best he can.
Concerns
Shooting: There’s no denying his upside as a shooter when he’s hitting pull-up and step-back 3s at a near-40% clip on the season. He has stiff mechanics and a low release, but it sometimes works. He’s made only 33.6% of his 3-pointers in his three-year collegiate career and only 65.9% of free throws. He might just be a guy who shoots a lot, and doesn’t make a lot. But he’ll prove his true ability in time.
Athleticism: Wolf’s limited lateral quickness makes him vulnerable guarding in space, and he isn’t an explosive rim protector so he struggles to offer resistance at the basket. On offense, the 7-footer rarely even dunks the ball.
Turnovers: He throws way too many careless passes. Sometimes he’ll post up, have single coverage, and then whip a pass straight into a defender’s grasp as if he’s looking through them. Same goes for perimeter-based actions when driving and kicking.
