https://www.nbadraft.net/players/mark-sears/NBA Comparison: Markus Howard
Strengths: Polished, high-IQ scoring guard with four years of experience and consistent production at the high-major level … Averaged 18.6 PPG and 5.1 APG as a senior … One of the best catch-and-shoot guards in college basketball over his career …
Career 39.4% three-point shooter with legitimate range and quick, compact release … Strong shot preparation, footwork, and confidence spotting up behind the arc … Comfortable relocating off the ball and punishing late closeouts … Excellent free throw shooter (84.4% in 2024–25), which reinforces his shooting touch … Improved his playmaking in his final season, averaging a career-high 5.1 assists while handling more primary ball-handler duties … Makes simple reads in pick-and-roll and avoids forcing plays … Turnover rate remained reasonable (2.7 per game) despite increased usage … Strong and compact frame helps him absorb contact when driving … Can finish through bumps despite lacking vertical pop … Brings a competitive edge on both ends of the floor … Engaged on defense and willing to fight over screens and pressure the ball … Vocal leader and steady presence—key to Alabama’s backcourt leadership the past two seasons … Respected for his work ethic, poise, and ability to impact winning at the college level …
Weaknesses: Severely undersized for the NBA at 5’10.75” barefoot with a 6’2” wingspan and 7’8.5” standing reach … Lacks elite burst, speed, or elevation to separate or finish effectively against NBA length … Struggles to generate easy shots inside without space or screens … Shooting efficiency declined as a senior—three-point percentage dropped from 43.6% to 34.5% despite similar volume … Must prove he can shoot NBA threes at a high clip without drop-offs in accuracy … Low release point on jump shot could be affected by closeouts or length at the next level … Still more of a scorer than a natural playmaker—improved assist numbers but doesn’t consistently create for others at a high level … Decision-making under pressure can be shaky, particularly against traps or switches … Not a disruptive defender (0.9 SPG) and offers little rebounding (2.9 RPG) … Will likely be targeted on defense due to size, even if effort is solid … Limited positional versatility—strictly a point guard at the next level and must prove he can manage an offense full-time … Will turn 23 before the start of the 2025–26 season, limiting perceived long-term upside … Below average athlete by NBA standards—measured 31” no-step, 37.5” max vertical (surprising, however doesn;t generally display it in games) at Combine, but doesn’t consistently play above the rim …
Outlook: A skilled and seasoned college scorer with clear strengths as a shooter and floor spacer, but faces an uphill climb to make an NBA roster due to size and athletic limitations … May go undrafted, but has the potential to fight for a two-way or training camp deal … Long-term path may resemble players like Markus Howard—undersized guards who excelled as shooters and earned looks through sheer production and perseverance … Needs to prove his three-point shot can translate efficiently to NBA range and that he can hold up defensively at the point of attack … Likely begins career in the G League or overseas, but with shooting, maturity, and discipline, he has a chance to work his way into a reserve role if given the right opportunity.
Notes: Measured 5′ 10.75” barefoot, 7′ 8.50” standing reach, 183.4 lbs, 6′ 2.00” wingspan 31.0 standing vertical 37.5 max vertical at the 2025 NBA Draft Combine … Measured 5’10.25”, 192.4 lbs, 6’2” wingspan, 39” max vertical at 2024 Combine; 183.4 lbs and similar measurements at 2025 G League Elite Camp.2024–25 season: 37 GP, 32.3 MPG, 18.6 PPG, 5.1 APG, 2.9 RPG, 0.9 SPG, 40.3% FG, 34.5% 3P, 84.4% FT … Native of Muscle Shoals, AL …
