The 2027 NBA Draft prospect Dash Daniels, younger brother of Dyson Daniels, has begun the new Australian National Basketball League (NBL) season with noteworthy performances. Although the college basketball season is set to start in November, international players like Daniels are already under the spotlight, giving scouts an early look at potential draft picks.
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Competing in his second year in the NBL, Daniels showcased his skills in a season opener against the Perth Wildcats, where he scored 24 points, secured 12 rebounds, and contributed a steal and a block. He shot 9-of-13 from the field, 2-of-4 from three-point range, and went 4-of-4 from the free-throw line, guiding the South East Melbourne Phoenix to a 100-79 victory.
In the following game against the Tasmania JackJumpers, despite the Phoenix losing 96-91, Daniels continued to perform well, registering 11 points, 4 assists, 3 rebounds, a steal, and just one turnover. He shot 5-of-8 from the field and 1-of-2 from beyond the arc.
At just 18 years old, Daniels has already made significant progress compared to his first NBL season, where he averaged 4.2 points and 2.3 rebounds per game while shooting 42% from the field and 37.5% from three. Standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing 198 pounds, Daniels' blend of youth, size, and performance is likely to attract considerable interest from NBA teams as he continues to develop.
His defensive capabilities mirror those of his older brother, making him valuable on that end of the court, while his recent offensive improvements indicate strong potential as a two-way player. If his shooting continues to improve, Daniels could climb higher on NBA Draft boards leading up to the 2027 draft.