Jaylen Clark 2023 NBA Draft Profile (Combine Results, Measurements and Scouting Report for UCLA Standout)

UCLA guard Jaylen Clark enters the 2023 NBA Draft as one of the more underrated prospects available. Boasting incredible length, along with elite defensive skills at the perimeter and at the rim, the potential is there for Clark to become a contributor at the next level.

Here's everything you need to know about Jaylen Clark before the 2023 NBA Draft.

Jaylen Clark Scouting Report and Draft Prediction

Defensive stars tend to go unnoticed at the college level, so it's time to put some respect on Jaylen Clark's name. Clark earned Pac-12 All-Defensive Team honors as a sophomore and was named Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year as a junior. His ability to not only rack up steals at a high rate, but also defend players much bigger than himself helped UCLA develop one of the nation's best defenses.

Clark didn't only make an impact on defense as he finished his final season with the Bruins averaging 13.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.9 assists across 30.5 minutes played per game. Both his three-point percentage and free throw percentage improved from 2021-22 to 2022-23, which highlights his great work ethic. Clark's average of 2.6 steals per game tied for the fourth-best mark in the country.

There is no such thing as a perfect prospect, though, as Clark doesn't feature an expansive offensive package outside of a mid-range jump shot and the occasional contested layup. The 21-year-old has to be careful as he could be labeled as a player capable of shining on just one end of the floor. NBA teams will also be weary of Clark given he suffered a nasty Achilles injury late in the 2022-23 season.

Overall, Clark's reliability as a defensive specialist provides him with a high floor at the NBA level. How high his ceiling can get will be determined by whether or not he can make strides as a scorer. The Milwaukee Bucks stick out as a potential landing spot given they ranked 27th in steals per game last year (6.4) and could have Clark be mentored by a fellow standout defender at guard in Jrue Holiday.

Prediction: Milwaukee Bucks (Round 2, 58th overall)

Jaylen Clark NBA Draft Combine Results

Jaylen Clark UCLA Stats

Jaylen Clark UCLA Highlights

What is Jaylen Clark's vertical?

Jaylen Clark did not participate in agility drills at the 2023 NBA Draft Combine. Keep in mind the average vertical jump for an NBA guard is around 37", so it'll be interesting to see if Clark compares.

How tall is Jaylen Clark?

Jaylen Clark measured 6' 4" at the 2023 NBA Draft Combine. UCLA lists the guard at 6'5", which gives an indication of what his presence is like on the floor. It meets the standard of an NBA guard's size.

What is Jaylen Clark's wingspan?

Jaylen Clark's wingspan measured 6' 9" at the 2023 NBA Draft Combine. It checks in a bit above the NBA average for guards and helps Clark regularly rack up steals on the defensive end of the court.

How old is Jaylen Clark?

Jaylen Clark is 21 years old, making him one of the older prospects in the 2023 NBA Draft. He was born on Oct. 13, 2001.

Where is Jaylen Clark from?

Jaylen Clark grew up in Riverside, California, and started his basketball journey at Centennial High School. He transferred to Etiwanda High School prior to his senior season and led his team to the regional finals as a two-way star. Clark committed to play at UCLA under head coach Mick Cronin.

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