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NBA Comparison: Vince Carter
NBA Comparison: Jason SmithAran Smith – 1/21/2008
Strengths: Post forward with excellent length and versatility … Though he’s already a senior, he has a developing skill set and shows a lot of upside … A late bloomer who despite playing at a mid-major has lottery pick potential … Terrific foot speed allows him to hold his own on the perimeter on both ends of the floor … Has great fluidity and athleticism and inside/outside skills … Good touch on his shot with consistent range out to 12-15 feet …
NBA Comparison: Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf
NBA Comparison: Damon Stoudamire/Fat Lever
NBA Comparison:Strengths: Smith is a talented, versatile wing player with athleticismand a great skill set. At 6’7, 215 lbs Smith was a team leader at Tennessee and in his junior year he put together a great all-aroundseason where he averaged over 17 points, nearly 6 rebounds and 3.5 assists. Smith also has a nice wingspan of 6’10 and has good latera lquickness that will help him compete on the defensive end in the NBA. He is not afraid to play physical and has been known as a tough competitor.
NBA Comparison: Leandro Barbosa (not as quick)Joshua Motenko – 8/10/2007
Strengths: Cocky, athletic combo guard with excellent shooting ability. When Jackson gets hot, he can hit shots from anywhere on the court and out past the NBA three point line. He jumps very high on his jump shot enabling him to get it off when being closely defended. He is very athletic and can rise up above others on the court to throw down highlight dunks. He also has very good body control when in the air finishing at the rim.
NBA Comparison: Jason Terry/Jrue Holiday
NBA Comparison: Kyle Weaver
Strengths: A combo guard with good quickness and length … Getting out in transition is his strong suit, as he has a long stride and can change direction without losing speed … A decent athlete, he has the ability to finish with an improving mix of moves around the basket … Using his length he can extend to the rim and complete plays with both hands … He is showing a better understanding of how to shield the ball and absorb contact by using his body on drives … His quick first step and long strides make
NBA Comparison: Derek Harper/Eric Snow
NBA Comparison: Jarron CollinsStrengths: Left hander with excellent size (7-feet) and offensive touch … A player who looks extremely impressive in a workout setting due to his size, agility and touch … The young bigman shows the ability to shoot with both hands and has some range on his shot … Utilizes hook shots well and has the basics of playing in the post with footwork and post moves … At just 19 years of age, there is definitely some intrigue in what he could become …
NBA Comparison: Cezary TrybanskiAran Smith – 6/19/2007
Strengths: Center with decent potential due to his great length … Because of his height (7-4) and wingspan (7-1), he’s a solid shot blocker … Has improved a great deal in the past year, due to added strength. Still very raw but showing the signs of developing, and beginning to compete … Bigmen take the longest to develop and he has shown improvement lately …