Position: PF/C | From: LSU | Class/YOB: Freshman |
Height: 6’10 | Weight: 240 | Wingspan: 7’0 |
Strengths:
- Nimble footwork for a player of his size. Able to work around opposing bigs in the post as a result
- Powerful upper body that will make him a solid screen and roller
- Capable of putting the ball on the floor to attack from the perimeter. Can face-up from 15-17 feet and make a move to get to the basket. Uses his shoulders to create space for hooks on the inside
- Can make shots from the outside with time. Set shot has good arc and rotation, so I expect that part of his game to grow the most
Weaknesses:
- Not always as willing to pass out of the post when he doesn’t have a matchup. Double teams can lead him into turnovers or rushed shots
- Settles for too many jumpers
- Tries to bull rush defenders in the post a lot. Has to take his time and assess the defense before making a predetermined move
- Not an above-the-rim athlete, so he will need to work on runners and hooks to complement his power finishes in the paint
- Doesn’t commit to defense. Not quick or long, which makes his defensive potential very questionable. Ends up fouling a lot from lazy shot block attempts
PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | TPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
13.6 | 7.2 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 2.5 | 46.8% | 33.3% | 72.7% |