Suns pick at No. 54: Alec Peters, Valparaiso forward

The Phoenix Suns selected Valparaiso forward Alec Peters with the No. 54 overall pick of the 2017 NBA draft on Thursday night. 

Kevin Pelton's stats and scouting ranking -- No. 22: "If Peters can find a position to defend in the NBA -- he played primarily in the paint against Horizon League opponents but might not be strong enough on the glass to do so against pro competition -- he should be a dangerous offensive threat." More (Insider)

Scouting report -- positives:

• Good shooter with range 

• Versatile rebounder

• Plays with a high basketball IQ

Scouting report -- negatives:

• Needs to add strength

Read the full scouting report (Insider)

ESPN Analytics projection (within his first five seasons):

• Chances he'll be an All-Star: 0.21 percent

• Chances he'll be an NBA starter: 3.01 percent

• Chances he'll be a role player: 10.10 percent

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