Otto Porter
NBA Comparison: Tayshaun Prince
Strengths: Porter is a multi-skilled small forward possessing tremendous length (7’1 wingspan) and veteran basketball savvy at 19-years of age. He’s in constant motion away from the ball, roaming the baseline, cutting backdoor or settling into soft spots. Utilizes that same motor to get out in the open court and runs exceedingly well end to end; averages 1.45 PPP in transition. Plays to his strengths and works hard to ameliorate areas of weakness.
Porter’s Career-High 22 Points lead No. 15 Georgetown Past Longwood, 89-53
Big things were expected from Otto Porter this season and since he returned from a head injury sustained in Georgetown’s first game, it seems that he is living up to expectations. After getting a career high 22 points and 7 assists last night against Longwood, Porter is showing a definite improvement in his overall game. His jumpshot appears to be much more fluid and he is taking care of the ball at a high rate considering his use in the offense.
2013 NBA Summer League: Day 3 Recap
Cody Zeller bounces back, Otto Porter continues to struggle at LVSL
Georgetown knocks off UCLA in Shabazz Muhammad’s college debut
With his eligibility finally out of limbo and a three game wait, Shabazz Muhammad was chomping at the bit to announce his presence in college basketball. He showed flashes, coming off the bench for 25 minutes, but could not do enough as the Bruins were outplayed by a hungry Georgetown team. Otto Porter showed why some had him as the favorite for Big East player of the year, filling the stat sheet with 18 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists/blocks and 3 steals in the 78-70 Hoya victory.