Tim Frazier signed a 10-day contract with the Philadelphia 76ers out of the D-League and here is a scouting report on his game:

Situation: Once Larry Drew II’s second 10-day contract expired, Philadelphia went back into the D-League to find a backup point guard. Frazier, an undrafted rookie from Penn State, set the school’s career assists record, but spent five seasons with the Nittany Lions after his fourth year was cut short by a torn Achilles. He recovered for a solid senior year and played with the Sixers in the Las Vegas Summer League. The 24-year-old didn’t make the team, but signed a training camp contract with the Boston Celtics. He was waived after the preseason and has spent this year in the D-League with the Boston affiliated Maine Red Claws. Frazier was named a D-League All-Star before earning the Call-Up.

Size/Athleticism: Frazier is undersized at 6-foot-1, but is quick and springy. He has average length and won’t “wow” when coming off the bus.

Ballhandling: Frazier is an excellent ballhandler, with a mixture of in-and-outs and crossovers in his arsenal. He can break defenders down off the bounce and attack.

Shooting: The biggest weakness in his skill set, Frazier is shooting just 27.1% from three-point range in Maine this season. It doesn’t seem like a fluke, as he shot just 29.1% from deep in his final year at Penn State. Frazier is also just 33.3% (6-18) from 16-24 feet. He won’t be much of a threat as a jump shooter.

Penetration: Despite his lack of elite physical tools, Frazier can get into the lane and create for others. He’s usually looking to pass when he gets into the paint, but can draw contact as he averages 5.8 free throw attempts per game. Frazier is shooting a D-League average of 56.3% from inside of 8 feet. He shows a good feel for the floater when he looks for his own offense.

Passing: This is Frazier’s biggest asset. He’s averaging 8.9 assists per game in Maine, which ranks third in the D-League behind only Drew II and Gary Talton. In his last three games, Frazier averaged 13.3 assists per game. He’s a creative distributor that zips passes into tight windows and knows how to set up his teammates. Frazier can force the issue on occasions, shown in his 3.5 turnovers per game, but shows good instincts as a passer. He passes well out of the pick-and-roll and can also drive-and-kick to set up shooters.

Defense: Frazier is a solid D-League defender. He lacks elite tools to excel in this area, but his toughness and competitive nature allow him to compete defensively. Frazier has quick hands that can help him dig when doubling the post and he averages 2.0 steals per game. He’ll be limited against NBA athletes, but shows the instincts to compete at the next level.

Rebounding: Frazier is one of the best rebounding guards in the D-League despite his small stature. He’s averaging 6.8 rebounds per game in Maine and competes inside. He actually had a game-winning putback on an offensive rebound this season.

Versatility: Like Drew II, Frazier is a pass-first point guard. His size limits him to the point guard spot. 

Final Analysis: As a replacement for Drew II, Frazier possesses a similar style and skill set that Philadelphia is looking for. He’s a true floor general that looks to set up his teammates and isn’t afraid to rebound. Frazier is a tough lead guard that possesses intangibles that may not show up in the boxscore. Drew II averaged 18.3 minutes per game in his 12-game stint, so expect similar playing time from Frazier. He should be another distributor off the bench.