Archives: NBA Draft Players

Hamady Ndiaye

NBA Comparison: N/A From PIT – A proven inside presence on the defensive end during his collegiate career, Ndiaye displayed an intriguing offensive game at Portsmouth.  He doesn’t have great hands, but once he catches the ball inside he is able to comfortably turn to either shoulder and shoot a fairly soft and high percentage jump hook.  His touch has improved to the point that he can effectively score when he gets looks inside and as a result he is now much more confident posting up and demanding the ball.  Athletically and length wi

JR Reynolds

NBA Comparison: N/AMatthew Maurer – 1/12/2007 Strengths: Is an explosive scorer who can put up big numbers Has a good strong, NBA ready body Athletically Reynolds has great quickness and surprisingly solid leaping ability Does a good job of playing the passing lanes for quick steals Unselfish player who is a decent passer Has NBA three-point range on his jumpshot Uses his body strength on his drives to finish after contact Excellent finisher in the

Mustafa Shakur

NBA Comparison: Marcus BanksMatthew Maurer – 1/6/2007 Strengths: His determination to improve speaks volumes about his work ethic and improved mental toughness Has played the point guard position this year with maturity and poise Uses his quick first step well to get to the basket, and is able to finish with his great size and terrific athleticism Does a good job of driving and dishing to the open man Constantly looks to push the ball up court Has a nu

Coby Karl

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Courtney Lee

NBA Comparison: Bobby PhillsAran Smith – 2/22/2008Strengths: Prolific scorer with excellent outside shooting ability … Knocks down a high volume of 3 pointers and with good efficiency (40%) … Has a picture perfect shot with a quick release and can get his shot off with just an inch of daylight … Strong one on one skills with good ball handling and scoring ability … Shoots well off the dribble or spotting up … Shows a solid ability to get by his man and finish at the rim …

JamesOn Curry

NBA Comparison: N/AAdi Joseph – 12/28/2006Strengths: A very smooth player … Seems to glide with the ball in his hands… Good mid-range jump shot … Very effective on the break, both with and without the ball … Long wingspan that he uses to his advantage offensively and defensively… Good on-the-ball defender … Good jump shooter with NBA range … Very good size and strength for a point guard, if he plays the point … Gets good lift on his jump shot… Shoots best off the dribble …

Sonny Weems

NBA Comparison: Maurice EvansAran Smith – 2/13/2008Strengths: An intriguing prospect with developing skills … A ridiculous run/jump athlete who thrives in the open floor, up tempo game … High riser who regularly converts on highlight dunks … Shows nice touch on his shot … Slashes to the basket well with long arms and good body control … Playing alongside a good point guard really enhances his strengths as he is very good at running back door and converting ally oops … A solid free throw shooter (80%) …

Alex Galindo

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Justin Cerasoli

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Dion Dowell

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Toney Douglas

NBA Comparison: Charlie Bell/Ben Gordon

Micah Downs

NBA Comparison: Matt Barnes

Drew Lavender

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Dominic McGuire

NBA Comparison: Trevor ArizaAran Smith – 4/30/2007Strengths: Wing forward with a tremendous wingspan and the physical specimen type of athleticism to stand out on the NBA level Improved considerably in his junior year following his transfer from Cal Has great versatility with the ability to handle the ball and pass, as well as the strength and athleticism to be a factor on the boards An above average passer for a small forward.