Kobe Brown in NBA Draft 2023: Missouri’s guard probable for second-round pick as he continues to thrive for Tigers

Missouri senior guard Kobe Brown put in another great performance for the Tigers as they advanced past Utah State 76-65 in the first round of the tournament on Thursday.

The 6-foot-8, 250-pound star shot 7 of 8, including 3-for-4 from 3-point range, for 19 points to go with eight rebounds, two steals and two assists.

Brown averaged 15.8 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists per game this season. He shot a solid 55.2% from the field, including 44.7% from 3-point range, and 80.2% from the free-throw line.

The rangey guard possesses the handling and shooting skills to play on the perimeter but the size to compete in the frontcourt.

Brown dropped at least 20 points in 10 games this season.

Advanced analytics love Brown’s game. Synergy puts him in the 98th percentile for overall offense.

Brown dramatically improved as a shooter this season. Last season, he was a measly 20.6% from 3-point range.

If Brown continues to show his offensive abilities from the outside to along with his great finishing ability near the rim, he could improve upon his current second-round draft projection.

A deep tournament run for the Tigers could also help his stock as new NBA eyes see him play on the national stage.