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 ESPN Analyst

Updated 06/13/2011

Strengths:
Jabari is a multi-skilled small forward. He can do a little of everything on the court. He appears to be in good shape and has grown about an inch since the end of his sophomore year. He is even more explosive than he was in the spring. He’s added a strong mid range and more consistent jumper from beyond the arc. Simply affects the game in so many positive ways: scoring, passing, rebounding and handling the ball in addition to be very unselfish. Very seldom takes a bad shot. Reminds me of Carmelo Anthony at times. Match up nightmare as he goes by taller guys and post up smaller ones. Overall, great feel with an elite basketball IQ.

Weaknesses:
Defensively he is solid but can struggle in space versus quicker opponents. Parker can handle the ball very well for his size but must tighten it up his handle when he is under intense ball pressure. Parker competes and works to deny the ball on defense in the post although he is not strong enough yet to hold his position. Add strength and continue to work on attacking the rim and finishing through contact on a consistent basis. He could also increase his lateral quickness in order to more effectively defend quicker perimeter players.

Bottom Line:
Parker plays with energy and urgency and seems to take the game very serious. It will be fun to follow Parker’s progress because he has the tools to be an special player. He is versatile on the offensive end, with the ability to make plays from the wing, low block and high post. Parker has off the charts upside.

 

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