Mathias M’Madi Scouting Report
Madi averaged 24.1 points per game along with 3.6 rebounds and 2.7 assists playing for the U19 Madagascar World Cup team in 2023.
Mathias M’Madi
Team: Seward County (USA)
Height/Position: 6’4" Guard
Nationality: Madagascar
Birthdate: June 2, 2005
Level: High Major
Roles: Volume Scorer
Swing Skills: Playmaking
Mathias M'Madi, standing at 6'4", emerged as a standout player for the U19 Madagascar World Cup team last summer, where he averaged an impressive 24.1 points per game, along with 3.6 rebounds and 2.7 assists. He has good positional size and is always in attack mode, using his shifty handle and quick first step to create scoring opportunities. He’s a super confident and creative scorer, and is particularly effective as a transition finisher. He’s at his best scoring off the dribble and shows the ability to play with pace in the half court, while also being a dangerous scorer in the open floor due to his speed. His aggression not only makes him a high scorer, leading the U19 World Cup in scoring, but also helps him draw fouls effectively.
M'Madi has areas that need improvement. He has been turnover prone, averaging 5.3 turnovers per game at the U19 World Cup, which highlights a need for better decision-making and ball control. Additionally, his shot selection can be questionable at times, indicating room for growth in making more efficient choices on the court. Nevertheless, M'Madi's size, aggression, and scoring prowess make him a compelling prospect for college coaches looking for a dynamic and confident player.
Strengths
Good positional size at 6’4”
Aggressive and looks to attack
Shifty handle
Exudes confidence
Creative scorer
Quick first step
Transition finisher
Good change of pace
Promising scorer off the dribble
Fast in open floor
Lead U19 World Cup in scoring
Draws fouls with his aggression
Areas of Concern
Turnover prone - avg 5.3 TOs at U19
Shot selection