SNAPSHOT
A seven-foot big man who has a unique skillset for his size, Danny Wolf has point guard traits and produced a consistent level of highlights with the Michigan Wolverines throughout his tenure in the NCAA over the past few years.
Although he is a raw prospect who is not as safe as others that will likely fall around the same mark. Wolf could become a star at the top level if he develops his shooting and becomes more careful with ball in hand to add to his many strengths.
DRAFT PROFILE
Born and raised in Illinois, Wolf stormed onto the scene when he led Northfield Mount Heron School to be ranked 11th in the country, and was nominated to the McDonald's All-American game for his efforts as the number-one option on the team.
A three-star recruit, Wolf opted to join Yale in search of a healthy balance between basketball and education. Although he spent his first season playing backup to some of the team's more established talents, his Sophomore campaign saw him moved into the starting lineup, and become one of the best players in the Ivy League.
For his Junior season, he transferred to the Wolverines, which ended up being an inspired move, with the big man emerging as one of the power forwards in the nation. He was named to the Second-team All-Big Ten for a dominant campaign before choosing to forego his senior campaign and declare for the NBA Draft.
Throughout the 2024/25 season, Wolf averaged 13.2 points, 9.7 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.4 blocks per game while shooting 49.7 per cent from the field, 33.6 per cent from three-point land and 59.4 per cent from the charity stripe.
STRENGTHS
+ Guard-like skills
+ Cutting to the basket
+ Effort plays
+ Shot creation
IMPROVEMENTS
- Shooting
- Turnovers
The modern big man is expected to do so much more than just post up and dunk the ball, which makes Wolf's game and skillset perfect for the current game. He can dribble the ball and make passes like a point guard, and combining that with his seven-foot frame makes him a seriously impressive prospect with immense potential.
He cuts to the basket with intent, often punishing the opposition for not paying constant attention to his movements in half-court sets. This strength will make him a serious threat in short roll actions and could result in some easy baskets early in his career.
A reliable rebounder, Wolf is constantly doing the dirty work under the basket and often comes up with the ball through sheer effort and desire. He plays with plenty of energy at all times and can come up with team-lifting plays by simply displaying hustle and heart.
His two biggest areas of concern come in the form of his shooting and turnovers, with his ability to develop the former a key indicator of his career success. If he can become a reliable pick-and-pop player and look after the ball a bit more, it will make him a much more reliable commodity.
DRAFT PROJECTION: Top 25
Wolf's placement in the 2025 NBA Draft will come down to how much faith scouts have in his ability to translate his game to the top level. Although he may be a slow burn and take some developing, his immense potential makes him worth a top-20 selection.
