Brooklyn’s first-round draft was a guard-fest, their first four picks were all guards. But the real gem might just be the one big man they grabbed late in the first round which ended up being Danny Wolf. Standing 7 feet tall and nearly 250 pounds, Wolf is not your typical frontcourt player.
Last season at Michigan, he did way more than just rebound and finish inside. Wolf handled the ball, made plays, and flashed a rare point-forward skill set for someone his size. Averaging nearly 13 points, 10 boards and over 3 assists per game, he showed he can do a bit of everything, and do it well.
Wolf is the wild card in Brooklyn’s plans.
He is far from a finished product. His shooting and decision-making still need polish, and he can be careless with the ball at times. But that is where Brooklyn’s player development team comes in. With time and coaching, Wolf’s unique skill set could blossom into a versatile weapon, both in the paint and on the perimeter.
What makes this pick especially intriguing is how Wolf’s style complements the guard-heavy roster Brooklyn is currently assembling. He is not just a bruiser who camps near the rim, he can create for others, initiate offense, and defend multiple positions. With restricted free agent Day’Ron Sharpe possibly moving on, and Nic Claxton’s name involved in trade rumors, Wolf might get a golden opportunity to carve out a meaningful role sooner than expected.
On top of all that, Wolf earned second-team All-Big Ten honors and made the NCAA Tournament’s All-South Regional team, helping lead Michigan to the Big Ten Tournament title and a Sweet 16 appearance. Those accolades prove he is more than just potential, he is already a winner. If the Nets’ coaching staff unlocks his growth, Danny Wolf could be a serious problem for the league.