The Gonzaga Bulldogs just had a dream run to the finals of March Madness. However, the dream soon became a nightmare when they were dominated by the Baylor Bears. Gonzaga was undefeated and riding the momentum of one of the best buckets in March Madness history scored by Jalen Suggs to help them beat the UCLA Bruins [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/college-basketball/ucla-bruins/]. But Suggs will now be on his way to the NBA, alongside many other key starters. It is time to rebuild for next season in Gonzaga, and it seems they have done that by bringing in the #6 ranked prospect in the nation in Hunter Sallis [https://www.espn.in/recruiting/basketball/story/_/id/31140461/hunter-sallis-no-13-basketball-recruit-espn-100-2021-commits-play-gonzaga-bulldogs]. “Absolutely he can come in and be impactful. But he’s going to be a different kinda player. He’s more of a combo guard and won’t be on the ball as much as Suggs was. But he’s a perfect guy to pair someone with, Nembhard will be back next year. But he can get out in lanes, do things in transition. Kind of a shifty guy. If you’re going to make a comparison to a pro player, maybe a Shai-Gilgeous Alexander type player.” GONZAGA BULLDOGS: HUNTER SALLIS LOOKING TO FIT INTO A CULTURE OF WINNING? The Gonzaga Bulldogs [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/college-basketball/gonzaga-bulldogs/] have found a good one in Sallis. While he doesn’t have the same playmaking ability as Suggs, Sallis can impact the game in a number of ways. He is a true modern combo guard, who can run either the point guard or shooting guard position. [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Screen_Shot_2020_08_14_at_10.52.36_AM.0.jpg] It looks like Sallis would benefit from being a two-guard in the long run due to the skill-set that he has. He is a versatile defender with a 6’10” wingspan and a great shooting touch. He can finish fast-break opportunities with ease and can get to the rim at his own accord. However, his playmaking and shot selection may be the big concerns for him. READ MORE: ‘Wasn’t Even The Second Best Player”- Former NBA All-Star Says Jalen Suggs is Not A Top Three Pick [https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-basketball-nba-news-wasnt-even-the-second-best-player-former-nba-all-star-says-jalen-suggs-is-not-a-top-three-pick/] Playing under a coaching staff of Mark Few and Tommy Lloyd means that Sallis will definitely have room to mature. Whether he is a one-and-done like Suggs is unknown, but the Bulldogs are lucky to have him for the next season. 

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<h2><b>Jalen Suggs 2021: Career Stats and Scouting Report</b></h2>
[caption id="attachment_606976" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-606976" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210405124206/2021-04-04T031816Z_1935930938_MT1USATODAY15844565_RTRMADP_3_NCAA-BASKETBALL-FINAL-FOUR-UCLA-AT-GONZAGA.jpg" alt="Jalen Suggs game-winner in the 2021 March Madness" width="1920" height="1280" /> Apr 3, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Jalen Suggs (1) celebrate making the game winning shot against the UCLA Bruins in the national semifinals of the Final Four of the 2021 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Jalen Suggs is a top prospect from the 2021 NBA Draft. He is one of the best point guards from his class and is likely to be a top 5 pick in the draft.

Suggs started his journey with Minnehaha Academy in Minnesota. He played AAU basketball for the Grassroots Sizzle which is in his hometown of Saint Paul. He excelled in both basketball and football, which is why along with a lot of basketball offers, he also had a few football offers from teams like UGA.

His father is Larry Suggs, who was his first basketball coach, and his mother is Molly Manley. He is currently dating Hailey Van Lith, who also played basketball.
<h2>Jalen Suggs Stats</h2>
Suggs solidified his status as a future star following his remarkable freshman season with the Gonzaga Bulldogs.

In his sole season in college, Suggs played in 30 games missing just one game out of the 2020-21 season. He averaged <a href="https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/players/jalen-suggs-1.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">14.4 points</a>, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game.

[caption id="attachment_503176" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-503176" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210104214038/2020-12-26T232323Z_117732135_MT1USATODAY15362795_RTRMADP_3_NCAA-BASKETBALL-GONZAGA-AT-VIRGINIA.jpg" alt="Gonzaga Bulldogs' Jalen Suggs" width="1920" height="1474" /> Dec 26, 2020; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Jalen Suggs (1) dribbles during the second half against the Virginia Cavaliers at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Despite being a slasher, Suggs still averaged 3.5 attempts per game from deep, while shooting 33%. That is still respectable on the college level. His field goal percentage was impressive, with him averaging 50% on 10.3 attempts per game. Finally, Suggs shot 75% from the free throw line on 3.8 attempts per game.
<h2>Jalen Suggs Net Worth</h2>
Although he has not signed a professional contract yet, Suggs is reportedly worth around <a href="https://famousbirthdays.io/jalen-suggs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$1.5 million</a> and this number will only increase once he is drafted. Suggs is likely to be picked with the #4 or the #5 pick, which means he could earn around <a href="https://basketball.realgm.com/nba/info/rookie_scale" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$5 million</a> from his rookie contract.
<h2>Jalen Suggs Scouting Report</h2>
Suggs is the second best point guard in the draft class right now, just behind Cade Cunningham. He is a true floor general, and he was at the heart of the Gonzaga offense. He is an unselfish point guard, and that is how he gets the best out of his teammates.

Suggs is known for his athleticism, and has the ability to blitz past defenders. He combines his agility and his ball handling to get his opponents in knots. This has helped him become an elite slasher, who can finish through contact.

Standing at 6'4, Suggs is taller than the average point guard. That gives him an advantage over his matchup, and he uses that well on defense. He is a persistent defender who combines grit and his intellect.

[caption id="attachment_610343" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-610343" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210407214509/2021-04-06T024621Z_655080464_MT1USATODAY15852308_RTRMADP_3_NCAA-BASKETBALL-FINAL-FOUR-BAYLOR-VS-GONZAGA.jpg" alt="Gonzaga Bulldogs point guard Jalen Suggs" width="1920" height="1280" /> Apr 5, 2021; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Jalen Suggs (1) reacts after play during the second half against the Baylor Bears in the national championship game during the Final Four of the 2021 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Although 33% from deep isn't bad at the college level, Suggs' shooting is the only major weakness in his game. If he can improve that along with his shot selection, he can be a promising combo guard in the NBA.
<h2>How to Contact Jalen Suggs?</h2>
Jalen Suggs on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/jalensuggs2020" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@JalenSuggs2020</a>

Jalen Suggs on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jalensuggs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@jalensuggs</a>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Age</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">20</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nationality</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">United States</span></td>
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<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Birth Date</span></td>
<td>June 3, 2001</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Place of Birth</span></td>
<td>Saint Paul, Minnesota</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Height</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">6’4</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Weight</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">205 pounds</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Wingspan</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">6’5</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Position</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Point Guard</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">High School</span></td>
<td>Minnehaha Academy</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">University</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Gonzaga University </span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Single</span></td>
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Jalen Suggs

Jalen Suggs 2021: Career Stats and Scouting Report Apr 3, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Jalen Suggs (1) celebrate making the game winning shot against the UCLA Bruins in the national semifinals of the Final Four of the 2021 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Jalen Suggs is a top prospect from the 2021 NBA Draft. He is one of the best point guards from his class and is likely to be a top 5 pick in the draft. Suggs started his journey with Minnehaha Academy in Minnesota. He played AAU basketball for the Grassroots Sizzle which is in his hometown of Saint Paul. He excelled in both basketball and football, which is why along with a lot of basketball offers, he also had a few football offers from teams like UGA. His father is Larry Suggs, who was his first basketball coach, and his mother is Molly Manley. He is currently dating Hailey Van Lith, who also played basketball. Jalen Suggs Stats Suggs solidified his status as a future star following his remarkable freshman season with the Gonzaga Bulldogs. In his sole season in college, Suggs played in 30 games missing just one game out of the 2020-21 season. He averaged 14.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game. Dec 26, 2020; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Jalen Suggs (1) dribbles during the second half against the Virginia Cavaliers at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports Despite being a slasher, Suggs still averaged 3.5 attempts per game from deep, while shooting 33%. That is still respectable on the college level. His field goal percentage was impressive, with him averaging 50% on 10.3 attempts per game. Finally, Suggs shot 75% from the free throw line on 3.8 attempts per game. Jalen Suggs Net Worth Although he has not signed a professional contract yet, Suggs is reportedly worth around $1.5 million and this number will only increase once he is drafted. Suggs is likely to be picked with the #4 or the #5 pick, which means he could earn around $5 million from his rookie contract. Jalen Suggs Scouting Report Suggs is the second best point guard in the draft class right now, just behind Cade Cunningham. He is a true floor general, and he was at the heart of the Gonzaga offense. He is an unselfish point guard, and that is how he gets the best out of his teammates. Suggs is known for his athleticism, and has the ability to blitz past defenders. He combines his agility and his ball handling to get his opponents in knots. This has helped him become an elite slasher, who can finish through contact. Standing at 6&#8217;4, Suggs is taller than the average point guard. That gives him an advantage over his matchup, and he uses that well on defense. He is a persistent defender who combines grit and his intellect. Apr 5, 2021; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Jalen Suggs (1) reacts after play during the second half against the Baylor Bears in the national championship game during the Final Four of the 2021 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Although 33% from deep isn&#8217;t bad at the college level, Suggs&#8217; shooting is the only major weakness in his game. If he can improve that along with his shot selection, he can be a promising combo guard in the NBA. How to Contact Jalen Suggs? Jalen Suggs on Twitter: @JalenSuggs2020 Jalen Suggs on Instagram: @jalensuggs  Age 20  Nationality United States  Birth Date June 3, 2001  Place of Birth Saint Paul, Minnesota  Height 6’4  Weight 205 pounds  Wingspan 6’5  Position Point Guard  High School Minnehaha Academy  University Gonzaga University  Marital status Single

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