# Emanuel Sharp Rockets NBA Draft Profile: GRITTY 3-And-D Wing Could Be The NEXT Dillon Brooks

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Podcast: [Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets](https://stenobird.com/podcast/main-feed-579535)
Published: 2026-06-22T15:29:11+00:00
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Houston Rockets eye Emmanuel Sharp as a gritty 3-and-D weapon in the NBA Draft—could he fill the team’s defensive void left by Dillon Brooks and potentially Tari Eason? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost and NBA Draft enthusiast Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) to spotlight Sharp’s physical defense, deep-range shooting, and unshakable confidence that has NBA teams across the league intrigued. With comparisons to Jevon Carter, Josh Okogie, Jae Crowder, and Dillon Brooks, the question remains: will Sharp's heart and toughness compensate for his undersized frame at the next level? The conversation covers Sharp’s shooting volume, catch-and-shoot prowess, and fierce on-ball defense for the University of Houston. They analyze his NBA draft range, discuss whether his lack of elite measurables will hurt his stock, and debate his fit as a second-round steal for Houston. Sharp’s ability to bring energy off the bench and impact winning basketball could be exactly what the Rockets need to round out their roster.

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