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James Birsen
NBA Comparison: Hedo Turkoglu Strengths: Birsen is a very talented player; despite his young age, he shows a natural feel for the game … He plays like a point forward with great playmaking ability for others … He can do everything on the basketball court: he is tall, skinny, elegant and well balanced … His long arms, along with his ability to box-out the opponent, make him a great rebounder … He is not a one-man show, he is a very altruistic player, with good basketball vision to pass the ball …
Carl Jones
June 17, 2013
Drew Crawford
Notes: Father is long-time NBA referee Danny Crawford
Isaiah Canaan
NBA Comparison: Vinnie Johnson/Ty Lawson Strengths: Canaan is a strong, aggressive scoring point guard who put up big numbers in college … He’s a deadly outside shooter who shot 42% on 3-pointers during his college career … He’s one of the best shooters off the dribble in this draft class, thanks to his quick release … Canaan is also very proficient on the catch-and-shoot, which will help him in the NBA when he isn’t handling the ball as often as he did in college …
LaDontae Henton
NBA Comparison: Ryan Thompson Strengths: At 6-foot-6, 215, Henton is a tough and physical forward … Routinely uses his strength and athleticism as an advantage when fighting for position with bigger players to secure rebounds or score in the paint…NBA body … Plays bigger than his actual size … Has a knack for being where the ball is, especially when it comes to rebounding and coming up with loose balls … Has good anticipation and is quick to go after offensive rebounds …
Terrell Stoglin
Strengths: Stoglin is a 6’1 guard who excels putting up points in bunches…Led the ACC in scoring as a Soph., and can take the game in terms with his knack for scoring…The southpaw has a sweet jump shot and is not afraid to let it fly from deep…Has NBA range and nice overall shooting mechanics…Attempted more than 7 3-pointers a night last season, and converted nearly 40% of them…Is tough defend because he can make shots with his feet set but is really dangerous because he is very comfortable utilizing quick crossovers to get space, an
Scott Machado
NBA Comparison: Omar Cook Strengths: A pure, pass-first point guard, Machado’s best attribute is his incredible floor vision both in the half court and transition … The game just slows down for Machado, whose excellent anticipation as a passer meshes with his roving peripheral vision … Works the drive and dish game effectively, hitting his shooters in rhythm on the perimeter and cutters in stride through the lane … Good athlete, not great, with a quick first step and a nice burst off the dribble hesitation and over screens …
Xavier Thames
NBA Comparison: Smush Parker Strengths: By far, Thames’ best quality is his ability to make jump shots from both midrange and long distance. As a senior at San Diego State, he made 37 percent of his three-point shots, and according to Hoop-Math.com, he made 40 percent of two-point jumpers… Uses screens effectively to get open… Able to stop, rise, and shoot very quickly… Not a fancy ball-handler, but keeps defenders off-balance with a combination of fakes, hesitations, and in-and-out moves… Makes a lo
Tony Snell
NBA Compaison: Wesley Person Strengths: Snell possesses a picturesque shooting stroke and an easygoing on-court style … If he doesn’t do it smooth, he doesn’t do it … Sneaky explosive – makes your draw drop every now and then … At 6’7 he possesses intriguing size for the shooting guard position … With a high release and solid elevation, he gets unperturbed looks at the bucket. His shot is unblockable … His jump shot and range are NBA ready right now …
Reggie Hamilton
NBA Comparison: Andrew Goudelock Strengths: Hamilton is a natural scorer from the lead guard spot…Hung up nearly 25 ppg as a Sr., with a scorching 42% being from 3-point range…Was a tough assignment in the Summit League with ability to score from all 3 areas offensively…Plays with a fairly low center of gravity and was adept at keeping defenders in his hip as he slashed to the rim with his solid frame…Pretty aggressive looking for his shot…Does a very good job of keeping his dribble alive and making counter moves if his initial path is cut off&he
Jeronne Maymon
Notes: Played freshman season at Marquette before transferring to Tennessee
Trey Burke
NBA Comparison: Kemba Walker/Kyle Lowry Strengths: Point guard with tremendous heart and determination … Many of the cliche attributes fit him: A natural born killer. Fearless warrior. Fierce competitor. Has a will to win. Will battle tooth and nail on every possession. Mind over matter guy who brings intangibles that don’t show up on the box score. Clutch performer who seems to shine when it matters most … A tremendous leader. Relishes the opportunity to take the club on his back and carry them to victory … Shows great consistency.
Louis Labeyrie
NBA Comparison: Lance Thomas Strengths: Labeyrie is a high energy role player who brings rebounding and defense … He is strong on the defensive end and while shorter and addition to his hair has a similar defensive style and skill set as Anderson Varejao, but without the body and all around talent … Has good lateral quickness to switch on the pick and rolls, good agility on the defensive end … Good team defender and help side defense shot blocker … Athletic rebounder … His non stop motor helps him both on the defensive end and on the fast break…