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2025 NBA Draft scouting report: John Tonje, G, Wisconsin

Updated May 12, 2025, 5:32 p.m. by Yahoo Sports, Kevin O'Connor 1 min read
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DENVER, COLORADO - MARCH 22: John Tonje #9 of the Wisconsin Badgers dribbles against the Brigham Young Cougars in the first half in the second round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Ball Arena on March 22, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.

(Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)Dustin Bradford via Getty ImagesFor a two-round mock draft and a big board with full scouting reports, check out my NBA Draft Guide.John Tonje, G, WisconsinHeight: 6-5 Weight: 218 Class: Senior Age: 24Summary: Tonje will enter the NBA at age 24 with some readymade skills as an off-ball movement scorer and shooter.

But his athletic ceiling and defense will determine if hes more than just a backup.Comparisons: Max StrusStrengthsShooting: Tonje made 40.5% of his catch-and-shoot 3s as an upperclassman, per Synergy.

He is comfortable off movement actions and has an effortless release, though he may need to speed it up at the next level.Off-ball movement: Constantly moves without the ball.

He looks for opportunities to back cut to the rim and relocate beyond the arc.

In a handoff-heavy offense he could thrive.Secondary creation: Hell need to adjust to a lower usage role in the NBA, but his go-to role at Wisconsin showed his abilities as a pull-up threat out of pick-and-rolls and as an attacker who can destroy closeouts with his decisive drives.ConcernsDefense: He doesnt have great lateral quickness, and his size is only average.At-rim finishing: Hes a below-the-rim finisher on drives to the basket, and he lacks a left hand.Playmaking: Tonje had a negative assist-to-turnover ratio in each of his college seasons because he gets way too out of control on his drives and lacks an advanced handle.

He also flopped a lot at the college level, which helped him draw a ton of fouls.

But he wont get rewarded in the same fashion at the next level.For a two-round mock draft and a big board with full scouting reports, check out my NBA Draft Guide..

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