«Rafael Vila mainly plays as a small forward, although his height and athletic ability allow him to occasionally play as a power forward in more dynamic or spaced lineups. He has an excellent physical frame, giving him the strength needed to absorb contact on drives and match up against physically strong players.

He stands out as a team-oriented player who can contribute in multiple areas of the game. His profile is closely linked to high defensive intensity and strong commitment on the court. He has very solid tactical fundamentals, reads the game extremely well off the ball, cuts passing lanes effectively, and makes quick decisions.» David Navarro director of scouting.