'He's a clear NBA talent.' Purdue basketball fans like what they see from Omer Mayer in FIBA U19
Mayer led Israel in its 102-77 FIBA U19 World Cup opening win over Switzerland with 24 points on 4-of-7 3-point shooting, as well as 4 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals. It's Israel's first win in tournament history.
Mayer, a 6-4 guard, is drawing comparison to Boilers senior Braden Smith, the 2025 Big Ten Player of the Year.
Purdue Commit - PG Omer MayerImpressed in Israel's opening 102-77 win at the U19 World Cup:24 Points (8/13 FG | 4/6 3pt | 4/5 FT)4 Rebounds4 Assists2 Steals24 minutes played @BoilerBall pic.twitter.com/SNODaa3K00
😎 Just filthy.Omer Mayer with 24 now. pic.twitter.com/zoDjxM1uMZ
Obviously, it was very exciting to watch Omer Mayer today and project how he fits with PURDUE this season and beyond.He's a clear NBA talent.But, beyond his physical ability, I decided to also observe his attributes during the game - mainly his leadership.There wasn't a… pic.twitter.com/JMFEuAjQJK
My thoughts on Omer Mayer (Purdue commit)HIGH level handles & feel for the game.Will rarely get by his defender with speed but uses change of pace & angles to obtain same result.True lead guard with NBA ready body. Makes everyone around him better. Developing outside shot.
Omer Mayer is a pro.Beyond impressed with this kids skill set, especially at such a young age.
Love Israel's Omer Mayer. Strong bodied point guard that plays with terrific poise.Brainfart forgetting that he's going to be suiting up at @BoilerBall.They could make run at having the best backcourt in college hoops next season. He's that good.19pts in the 1st half
Israel won Sunday's game by forfeit when Jordan refused to play.
2024-25 at Maccabi Tel Aviv in Israeli league: 5.5 points, 2.1 assists in 13 games
2024-25 at Maccabi Tel Aviv in EuroLeague: 2.6 points, 2.0 assists
2023-24 at Maccabi Tel Aviv in Israeli league: 3.8 points
2023-24 at Maccabi Tel Aviv in EuroLeague: 0.6 points
Mayer has four years of eligibility.
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