The Best Defender in the NCAA Is a Prospect the Raptors Should Watch

Ryan Dunn of Virginia should be on the Toronto Raptors’ radar during March Madness as a possible first-round selection in this year’s NBA Draft.
Pay attention to Ryan Dunn of Virginia.

Right now, March Madness scouting might be the most enjoyable activity for Toronto Raptors supporters for the next several weeks, and the Virginia wing is undoubtedly a player to watch.

Toronto used to have an abundance of players similar to the 6-foot-8 wing. With his long and rangy frame, he can guard several positions and his toughness has made him a potential top defender in college basketball. He leads one of the strongest defenses in the nation with an average of 1.3 steals per game and is an excellent help defender.

During March Madness, Virginia’s Ryan Dunn should be on the Toronto Raptors’ radar as a possible first-round selection in this year’s NBA Draft.
Ryan Dunn of Virginia is someone to watch.

For Toronto Raptors fans, March Madness scouting might be the most enjoyable activity for the next month or two, and the Virginia wing is undoubtedly a player to watch.

The 6-foot-8 winger is precisely the type of talent Toronto used to have in plenty. His length and range allow him to cover a variety of spots, and his toughness has made him a potential top defender in college basketball. He is a fantastic help defender who leads one of the finest defenses in the nation with an average of 1.3 steals per game.

taken risks on players like Dunn in the past, and the Raptors clearly need a wing defender, so if the 21-year-old sophomore is available at No. 17 when Indiana’s choice comes around, it makes a ton of sense.

With a chance to face Texas in the Round of 64, Dunn and the 10th-seeded Cavaliers will play Colorado State in the First Four round on Tuesday at 9:10 p.m.