Archives: NBA Draft Players

Orlando Johnson

Notes: Measured 6’5 (in shoes) 231 lbs, with a 6’11 wingspan at the 2011 Kevin Durant Skills Academy.

Moe Harkless

NBA Comparison: James Posey Strengths: Harkless passes the eye test at 6’8 with smooth athleticism and great length (wingspan is roughly 7’2) … His ability to attack the rim from the perimeter gives him a distinct advantage over his defender who is unlikely to share his agility … Quick first step and comfortable handle and footwork for his size …  He has a great feel for the rim, and can score by hitting off-balance shots at awkward angles …

Jared Cunningham

NBA Comparison: Shannon Brown/Jeff Trepagnier Strengths: A 6’4 wing coming off a big season for Oregon State, Cunningham declared a year early for the draft … His most well-known trait comes from his athleticism, which is clearly elite … Has strong explosiveness as a leaper, and is pretty quick and fast, but he has a certain smoothness about his athleticism that makes it even more impressive … Has some highlight reel level plays to his name, and is effective using his athleticism to make an impact in different aspe

Amu Saaka

NBA Comparison: Devean George Strengths: A potential sleeper lurking in the Southern Conference … Talented small forward playing in relative obscurity at Furman … Long arms and solid leaping ability give him intriguing physical attributes … Makes some high flying plays around the rim … His biggest asset is his all around athleticism and potential … Shows decent potential as a scorer … Solid jump shooter, particularly off the catch and shoot.

Draymond Green

NBA Comparison: Luke Harangody/Jared Dudley Strengths: The ultimate "Glue Guy", Green’s strongest asset is his ability to contribute across the board … He has a substantial wingspan with a strong frame, and is unafraid to bang with bigger bodies … Good-looking shooter when his feet are set and he catches/releases in rhythm … Can stretch the floor with NBA 3-point range … His vision, passing and ability to facilitate out of the post make it difficult for off-ball defenders to keep their eyes on their man and the ball at the same time …

Myke Henry

Notes: Transferred to DePaul after playing first two seasons at Illinois … Sat out 2013-14 season under NCAA transfer guidelines

Seth Curry

NBA Comparison: Chris Lofton Strengths: Like his brother Stephen and father Dell, Seth is a lights-out shooter. In his senior year, Curry shot a scorching 44% from deep on 6.2 3-point attempts per game, easily making him one of the most prolific shooters at the college level … Improved his shot off the dribble and ability to move without the ball a great deal while at Duke … Shows a great mid range game and improved his field goal percentage tremendously from his junior to senior year, 42% and 46.5% respectively …

Deuce Bello

NBA Comparison: N/AYouTube Clip – 3/1/2010

Brian Williams

NBA Comparison: Kevin Lyde Strengths: Incredibly efficient rebounder … Keeps possessions alive with offensive rebounding abilities… Typical dirty work player who hustles … Big body who can push people around … Tough player with a nasty demeanor who will compete with anybody … Shot over 50% from field in each of 3 seasons at UT … Good touch around the rim … Solid post defender … Stays out of foul trouble for the most part … Has a solid wingspan (length) which helps him overcome lack of athleticism …  

Steven Adams

 NBA Comparison: Byron Mullens Strengths: Strong, big-bodied center with a lot of upside…Great length (7’5" wingspan) makes him a terror on the defensive end and boards. Averaged 2 BPG last season in only 23 minutes per game…Hard-nosed big man who makes up for his raw post game by bringing energy and aggression to the court…Great bench press numbers (16 reps) indicate that he is already very strong, and should continue to add strength…Has a wide frame and an overall NBA-ready body…Very fluid for a man his size.  He runs the floor well

Dusan Ristic

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