NBA Comparison: DerMarr Johnson (pre-accident)

Strengths: Figures to be the top transfer in the nation in 2009-10 … Long, athletic wing with a strong offensive game … Has a picture perfect jumpshot with excellent lift and good range. Gets his jump shot off quickly and has a knack for shooting effectively even with defenders in his face … Creates shots very well in isolation … Has an excellent handle and shoots very well off the dribble … An above average athlete who excels in the open floor … Big wingspan (7-foot) gives him an edge defensively and rebounding …

Weaknesses: Born in 1987, after sitting out a year with his transfer from Iowa State is one of the older players in the country … His upside will be questioned due to his age … Not an overpowering athlete. Lacks great strength to finish after contact and overpower opponents … Added strength would allow him to use his length to finish at the rim … Must become more efficient offensively. Despite his excellent shooting ability from the perimeter, his stats in his first two college seasons tell a different story as he shot just 29% and 33% in his FR and SO years … Likes to camp out at the 3 point stripe and spot up, but he’s more efficient shooting off the dribble … Despite his proficiency at shooting without much daylight, he should look to improve his shot selection … Gets careless passing the ball off the dribble … His handle needs to be tightened … Vision is questionable. Needs to learn better decision making when attacking the basket ...

Aran Smith 8/11/09