NTV Basketball – Player Report

DATE: 2025–2026 Season
GAME: UMiami vs Elon
SCOUT: Matias Deya

PLAYER/#: Shelton Henderson (#7)
SCHOOL/TEAM: University of Miami
CLASS: Freshman
HEIGHT: 6’6”
WEIGHT: 240 lbs
POSITION: G/F

BODY/ATHLETICISM:

Henderson already has an NBA-ready body, strong frame, and the type of powerful build you rarely see in a freshman wing. He looks physically mature, uses his strength well defensively, and can impose his will when he decides to play downhill. Moves fluidly north–south and has above-average coordination for his size. Still growing to function as an athlete, especially in terms of fluidity when changing directions and body control around the rim. Even with that, he consistently looks like the most physically dominant player on the court.

SHOOTING:

His shooting base is solid, balanced feet, clean release, and encouraging touch when he’s stepping into open looks. He knocked down the three-ball comfortably in this game. However, as a finisher, the story is different. Despite being a powerful downhill driver, he struggles to convert layups and basic finishes. Touch around the rim is inconsistent, and he often fails to capitalize on the advantages he creates with his strength. Improving his finishing package is just as important as improving shot versatility.

POSITION OFFENSE:

Henderson has the physical tools to be a dominant downhill scorer, but right now the finishing does not match the power. He attacks hard, gets into the paint with ease, but he is not a good finisher yet, especially on contested but still easy layups. He missed two early drives that highlight this exact issue. Once the game settled, he did string together his best offensive half of the season, scoring inside and stretching the floor with a three. When he imposes himself, he looks like a man among boys.

His improvement path is clear: cleaner ball-handling, better passing decisions, and a shift toward playing with more offensive purpose. The aggression he flashed in the first half needs to become his baseline. He leaves points on the board simply by not finishing plays he already wins physically.

DEFENSE/REBOUNDING:

Defensively, he was Miami’s best perimeter stopper in this game. Elite physicality for a wing defender, absorbs bumps, cuts off angles, contests with strength. It felt like Elon could not score on him in isolation. His tools give him legitimate multi-positional upside. Rebounding is trending positive, and with his frame and hands, he should continue climbing there as he sharpens his motor over full 40-minute stretches.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Shows awareness of his weaknesses, especially finishing and offensive impact. When the mindset shifts to “I’m the most physical guy on the floor,” his game elevates quickly.

OVERALL RATING:

Late First Round – Early Second Round (Current Projection)

Henderson has a late-first–round profile today, with clear potential to rise into the lottery if he fixes his finishing, tightens his handle, and becomes more assertive offensively. The physical foundation is in place, his ceiling will be determined by how quickly he develops touch, confidence, and an attacking mentality.