NBL Media looks at the Next Stars who could land in the NBA via the Draft in late June. 

Name: Bobi Klintman
Position: F
Height: 6'9
Weight: 102 kg
Age: 21
Born: Sweden

A Swedish swiss army knife you can plug and play into numerous different roles as a forward.

The Cairns Next Star possesses a variety of versatile skills, aligning his potential with two-way NBA wings in the mould of Nicolas Batum, Khris Middleton and Trevor Ariza.

Nicolas Batum.

Likely selection: Pick 15-30

Scouts have the Swedish wing projected anywhere from the mid-first round to the late-first round in the upcoming NBA Draft. 

Bobi Klintman at the 2024 NBA Draft Combine.

Averages: 9.7 PPG, 4.8 RPG, 0.8 SPG
Season highlight: Round 12 vs Perth Wildcats - 24 PTS (6-8 FG), 7 REB, 1 BLK, 3 STLS, 3-4 3PT, 9-10 FT

In an NBA world where versatile players who can knock down shots are thriving, Bobi Klintman fits the mould to a tee. Klintman is a two-way player who shows glimpses in many different areas including defensively, 3-point shooting, ability to handle the rock and to make smart passes as well.

“Klintman has impressive size, length and explosiveness for a perimeter prospect. He can play the small forward or power forward positions while offering versatility as a 3-point shooter, above-the-rim finisher and defensive playmaker.” - Jonathan Givony (ESPN)

“Projects as a high-floor contributor as long as his shooting numbers translate to the pros and continue to improve.” - Kevin O’Connor (Ringer)