Chapter 587 Frye Says He's Not Here

Jokić was shrouded in a layer of mist.

This mist was created by scouts.

Modern NBA scouts are vastly different from the past; they rely on abundant data and detailed videos to evaluate the prospects of young players. This is in stark contrast to a few decades ago when even legendary coaches like Red Auerbach depended greatly on college coaches' recommendations when selecting players.

Auerbach believed in his own channels and insights, so he might have missed Chet Walker because of a negative comment from a friend, and he might have decided to draft Dave Cowens after watching just two games based on his own judgment.

So, what do the scouts with the best observation conditions in modern times believe in?

It can be summarized in one sentence: "What you see is what you get."

Data and videos are enough to reveal all the secrets of a young player.