Pacome Dadiet Scouting Report
A Promising Wing with Sharpshooting Potential
Pacome Dadiet
Team: Ratiopharm Ulm (Germany)
Height/Position: 6’7” Wing
Nationality: France
Birthdate: July 27, 2005
Level: High Major - NBA
Roles: Shooter, Ball Mover, Connective Tissue
Swing Skills: Playmaking
Declared for 2024 NBA Draft
Pacome Dadiet, a French-born wing, stands out with his strong frame and broad shoulders, making him one of the more physically imposing prospects in the 2005 generation. He has significant upside as an efficient shooter from deep, and is blessed with a beautiful and effortless stroke. Dadiet is not only a shooter but also a capable ball handler in space, creating opportunities off the dribble with good court vision that allows him to see over the top of defenses. He’s a sneaky good playmaker, often making cross-court skip passes and advancing the ball in transition. His flashes of offensive creativity off the dribble, combined with his efficiency at the rim and ability to take high-percentage shots and draw fouls further highlights his potential.
Notably, Dadiet possesses deep shooting range for his age, making him a valuable asset on the perimeter.
However, Dadiet has areas that need improvement. He lacks blow-by speed and explosive athleticism, which can limit his effectiveness in certain matchups. He is also prone to turnovers and, despite his good court vision, needs to improve his decision-making. Enhancing his vertical pop on drives to the rim and adding a reliable mid-range pull-up jumper would significantly boost his offensive arsenal. Additionally, more activity on the glass would round out his game, making him a more complete player. Overall, Dadiet's strengths and shooting potential make him an intriguing prospect for college coaches seeking a versatile and skilled wing.
Strengths
Big strong wing with developed frame
Broad shoulders
Upside as an efficient volume shooter from deep
Beautiful, effortless stroke
Can handle the ball in space and create off the dribble
Good court vision - Sees over the top of defenses
Zips cross court skip passes
Passes the ball ahead in transition
Foul generator - Draws fouls with activity
Some offensive creativity off the dribble
Efficient finisher at the rim
Takes makes high percentage shots
Deep shooting range for age
Areas of Concern
Lacks blow by speed and explosive athleticism
Turnover prone
Good court vision but must improve decision making
Vertical pop on drives to the rim
Needs to add a mid range pull up jumper
Would like to see him more active on the glass
2022-23 Orange Academy Ratiopharm
6 games
17.3 ppg 2 rebounds 1 assists
55/47/78 shooting splits
70% FG at the rim on 95 attempts
46.7% FG off the catch