NBA Combine Results 2016: Players Who Made Biggest Impression

The 2016 NBA Draft Combine remains as important as its past iterations, though opinions vary on what portion is most critical in the minds of front offices around the Association.

Some say that the on-court performances mean the most, which is perhaps true for lesser-known prospects. Others likely prefer the interview process, as years and years of film already say enough about a player’s on-court ability but not him as a person.

All would agree on the importance of medical exams.

Alas, all of these parts forge a whole about each prospect before organizations make their all-important decisions on draft day. As a way to review, let’s take a look at some of the biggest winners of the process thus far.

Full athletic tests and measurements available from NBA.com.

Players Who Made Biggest Impression Georges Niang, F, Iowa State Cyclones

Going into the combine, when it came to forwards, most thought of big names such as Dragan Bender, Henry Ellenson and more.

Georges Niang made sure that his name resonated in all circles with strong performances.

Niang didn’t put on a show when it came to measurements, but as the ever-evolving Association shows each year, measurements are far from the only things that matter. So while it may sound like Niang has a terrible standing vertical leap of 25 inches, it didn’t matter much on the court.

In live game action, Niang put on an absolute show, scoring 20 points and simply out-hustling others. Rave reviews poured in, as Mike Hlas of the Cedar Rapids Gazette and Jonathan Givony of DraftExpress.com illustrated:

Georges Niang had 20 points in his NBA Combine game today. Steve Prohm, here in Chicago to watch, said “I think Georges was terrific today.”

— Mike Hlas (@Hlas) May 12, 2016

Georges Niang showing off his high skill-level and outstanding feel for the game. Helping himself so far. Doing a little of everything.

— Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) May 12, 2016 …

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