Kobe Bufkin is a top prospect who is entering the 2023 NBA draft. Bufkin is a guard who plays for the Michigan Wolverines. Bufkin was born on September 21, 2003, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has shaped himself to be a very good two-way player who could be a valuable asset for many NBA teams. Bufkin attended Grand Rapids Christian High School before committing to play at the University of Michigan in college. He has amassed a number of accolades throughout his high school and college career such as being named to the McDonald’s All-American and Jordan Brand Classic teams, earning All-Big-Ten Third Team recognition from the media and earning an honorary mention from the coaches.
Kobe Bufkin’s Height
Kobe Bufkin is 6 feet and 4 inches and has a wingspan of 6 feet and 8 inches. This height makes him ideal for the position of a guard. Bufkin is known to be a very good two-way player who can contribute on both ends of the floor. However, he needs to improve his perimeter defense. His height is on par with many guards in his class and he can use his height, wingspan and vertical jump to his advantage for rebounding the ball and improving his defensive prowess.
Kobe Bufkin must continue to develop other aspects of his game in order to make the most of his physical attributes. He is currently projected to be a first round pick in the NBA draft of 2023.
FAQs
A. Kobe Bufkin is a basketball player for the University of Michigan Wolverines. He weighs 98 kgs.
A. Kobe Bufkin is not a freshman. The 2022-23 season marked his sophomore year as it was his second year playing with the Michigan Wolverines.
A. Kobe Bufkin has announced that he will be entering the 2023 NBA draft which is set to take place on June 22. He will not return to the Wolverines. Along with him, Jett Howard has also declared for the upcoming draft.
