Michael Kidd-Gilchrist won't turn 19 until September 28th, but is one of the most mature players in the 2012 NBA Draft.

Kidd-Gilchrist would like to model his NBA game on Scottie Pippen. 

“I like Pippen’s game a lot. That’s old school,” said Kidd-Gilchrist. “But I like Pippen. That’s old school to me. Don’t have to score. A defensive guy more than anything. And a winner. I loved him.”

Kidd-Gilchrist has been praised for his high motor and relentless attack on both ends, but questions remain about his ability to make perimeter shots. He also said that he is a better perimeter shooter than what scouts have seen.

“I have something to prove, I think,” he said. “I have something to prove to everybody next year. That’s what I’m going to do.”