Previous Mock Position: Off the board
Pro Comparison: Jonas Valacuinas
With Michigan advancing to the Sweet 16, scouts could start to think about taking Vladislav Goldin more seriously. He’s not as big as 2024 lottery picks Donovan Clingan and Zach Edey, but at 7’1″, 250 pounds, he’s still a force around the rim and walking easy basket with excellent one-handed touch for converting rolls, flip shots and post-ups.
Goldin went for 23 points against Texas A&M, mostly by making himself available for high-percentage looks by diving, slipping screens and waiting from the dunker’s spot. He made 9-of-11 free throws to bring his percentage up to 73.3 percent on the year.
Goldin is now looking at a major opportunity to move scouts with Johni Broome and Auburn up next in the Sweet 16.
His skill set and archetype aren’t exactly synonymous with the idea of upside. But he’s done a few things differently with Michigan to improve his chances at the next level, including starting to show some shooting range (11 3PTM) and run more in transition (25 FGs).
