I think we can safely say Drew Hanlen’s plan surrounding his offseason workouts with Markelle Fultz doesn’t involve keeping hype from building too quickly.

We’ve heard Hanlen say a few different things about the Philadelphia 76ers second-year guard, but the most recent may be the boldest from him yet. In a recent interview on ‘The Sidelines with Evan Daniels,’ Hanlen made one very strong comment about Fultz.

During the video, which FOX Sports 1 posted, Daniels asks what the upside for Fultz looks like, and this is what he had to say:

“Star. I literally think that if he’s back to 100 percent, I think he’s immediately an All-Star. I know that’s a bold statement, but I work with a lot of other All-Stars, so I think I have the right to say that.” Hanlen stated.

It’s a huge statement from the respected NBA player development coach. Obviously, he’s a big believer in Fultz, as his comments throughout the interview show.

Hanlen also stated Fultz was the guy he wanted to work with right behind Boston Celtics playmaker Jayson Tatum, but at the time it wasn’t an option.

It’ll be interesting to see how the former No. 1 pick’s game looks once the 2018-19 season begins, but expectations are rising quickly.