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NBA Comparison: Chris PorterAran Smith – 10/26/2007Strengths: An athletic physical specimen type who’s sure to be featured in a number of highlight reels … A high energy guy that is still developing offensively … Right now he’s most comfortable crashing the glass and following up misses with acrobatic finishes, as well as overpowering players for easy baskets … Very fast in the open floor … Gives great effort on the defensive end and hustles for every loose ball …
NBA Comparison: Craig HodgesAran Smith – 10/23/2007Strengths: One of the top pure shooters in the college game … Has the ability to spot up and shoot with tremendous range … Also shows a solid ability to score off the bounce creating offense for himself against quality defenders … Very competitive and clutch player … An underrated athlete, can get up and dunk when the occasion arises, although he’s never going to be confused with a physical freak …
NBA Comparison: Rick RickertStrengths: Fundamentally sound player … Solid lateral speed for a four … Exceptional free throw shooter for a power forward … Great touch on mid-range jumpshot … Runs the floor well for a 6’9” power forward … Solid feel for the game … Has a great sense for weak-side help defense … Blocks shots well for a player with his physical abilities … Rarely gets himself into foul trouble …
NBA Comparison: Von Wafer
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Strengths: Athletic and energetic defensive-minded forward who plays with high energy and is able to make a contribution by finishing around the basket and by rebounding the ball…Tenacious and annoying defender to the point where he tries to bother his matchup and get under their skin… Good athleticism and quickness for the power forward position in the NBA; runs the floor well and has some hops to his game… Good lateral quickness allowing him to stay in front of his man on defense… Long arms, with a near 7-foor w
NBA Comparison: Royal Ivey
Strengths: Wanamaker is one of those guys people don’t give fancy labels to, he’s simply a basketball player…A 6’4 combo guard with a strong build…Has improved his body a good bit over time, trimming down his once chubby frame…Shows great basketball IQ, plays within himself and makes great decisions…His best skill as a player is undoubtedly his passing ability…Outstanding court vision and shows great ability to put the ball in tight windows to find cutters…Not one to get tunnel
NBA Comparison: Mateen Cleaves/Avery Johnson
Strengths: Quintessential lead guard with winner’s mentality … Shows maturity and composure under pressure well beyond his years. Brings a combination of speed and power to the PG position … Soothing hand at the controls with strong basketball IQ. Runs the offense efficiently … Extremely secure ball handler and decision maker … Displays good court vision and knowledge of teammates positioning on the floor … Averaged 4.6 assists against only 2.2 turnovers last season for a 2.1 ratio …
NBA Comparison: N/AKevin Duffy – 9/1/2007Strengths: Lightning-quick point guard with tremendous athleticism.
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Notes: Attends Houston Baptist University