It's getting hard to ignore the buzz surrounding Richmond transfer Tyler Burton and Villanova.
There was speculation that Burton would remain in the NBA Draft, but reports now indicate he is expected to remove his name and return for another college season. That report has sent rumors about him and Villanova into overdrive.
Burton averaged 19 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.5 steals last season at Richmond. At 6-7, he would provide some interesting size on the wing. His three-point shooting is somewhat of a concern as it has been inconsistent. Burton hit just 29.3% from deep last season, but connected on 36.5% in 2021-22, so the potential for serviceable three-point shooting is there. He's also been a mid-70s to low-80s free throw shooter. He thrives as an athletic slasher who can finish at the rim both with authority and finesse. He can also play with his back to the basket and has showed good footwork.
Part of me would still like to see the last scholarship go to a true big, but it's hard not to get excited about what Burton could bring. This certainly feels like something to keep an eye on.
There was speculation that Burton would remain in the NBA Draft, but reports now indicate he is expected to remove his name and return for another college season. That report has sent rumors about him and Villanova into overdrive.
Burton averaged 19 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.5 steals last season at Richmond. At 6-7, he would provide some interesting size on the wing. His three-point shooting is somewhat of a concern as it has been inconsistent. Burton hit just 29.3% from deep last season, but connected on 36.5% in 2021-22, so the potential for serviceable three-point shooting is there. He's also been a mid-70s to low-80s free throw shooter. He thrives as an athletic slasher who can finish at the rim both with authority and finesse. He can also play with his back to the basket and has showed good footwork.
Part of me would still like to see the last scholarship go to a true big, but it's hard not to get excited about what Burton could bring. This certainly feels like something to keep an eye on.
