Post by ib4 on Feb 14, 2011 23:41:53 GMT -5
Greg Oden C 7'0'' 257 19 C+ D F+ B+ B A
Al Horford C 6'10'' 245 21 B C- C B B- B
Spencer Hawes C 7'1'' 244 19 C+ C C- B- B- A
Jason Smith C 7'0'' 233 21 C+ C C- B- B- B
Tiago Splitter C 7'0'' 272 21 C+ C- C- B B- A
Aaron Gray C 7'2'' 272 23 C+ C- C- C+ C+ C
Joel Anthony C 6'9'' 245 25 C D D- B C B
Darryl Watkins C 6'11'' 258 23 C+ C- D+ B C+ B
Stanko Barac C 7'1'' 230 21 B- D+ C C C C
Kyrylo Fesenko C 7'1'' 270 21 C+ D F+ C+ C+ B
Ivan Radenovic C 6'10'' 245 23 C+ C C C+ C+ C
Greg Oden C 7'0'' 257 19 C+ D F+ B+ B A
Best big man and SSBL-ready player in the draft. Defensive stopper and rebounder who will definitely impact a team from the get-go. Not a great offensive player but is certainly not shy around the rim, which he tends to rock once in a while. Somewhat injury-prone throughout his whole life, but this is a fuckin FBB league where you can recover from a broken skull in 67 days. If KD goes #1, look for Oden's name to be called right after.
Al Horford C 6'10'' 245 21 B C- C B B- B
Helping Florida win its second straight NCAA title, Horford probably helped his stock the most. He could have jumped to the SSBL as a sophomore after 06, but developed post moves, started using his left hand and increased his range so much that he now hits 17-foot jumpers with regularity. Extremely tough and efficient in the paint. Attacks the basket with aggression. Has long arms and the body and skills to play. A quintessential power forward, with the quickness to beat most of the league's big men down the floor. Great on-court intelligence. Although his post skills have greatly improved, still needs a little more polish. Footwork in the post is sometimes choppy. Will be much more effective in the paint if he improves in that area. Improved at the free-throw line throughout his career, but still shot just 64.4 percent this past season. One of the most Pro-ready players in the draft. Should contribute right away.
Spencer Hawes C 7'1'' 244 19 C+ C C- B- B- A
One of several top underclassmen with size, along with Greg Oden, Brandan Wright and Al Horford. In fact, one reason Hawes may not be projected higher in the draft is the glut of excellent big men. Hawes may be the most offensively polished player of the entire group. He's a legitimate 7-footer with excellent low-post moves, and he knows how to use his body around the basket. Hawes possesses outstanding hands and he runs the floor well for a big man, although he is not as athletic as players like Oden and Horford. Needs to be more of a defensive presence. There is a major need for Hawes to gain more upper-body muscle to battle in the paint in the Pros. There are, however, some reports that say he has put on 20 pounds since the end of the college season.
Jason Smith C 7'0'' 233 21 C+ C C- B- B- B
Agile and skilled big men are rare. Doesn't have the bulk teams would like in a 7-footer, so his perimeter game projects him as more of a power forward than a center at this point. A first-team all-Mountain West Conference selection the last two seasons, Smith declared himself eligible for the draft after averaging 16.8 points and 10.1 rebounds to lead the Rams to a 17-13 record this past season. Greatly improved his rebounding after averaging 7.3 boards as a sophomore. Good perimeter shooter, with range from up to 18 feet. Can score inside and out, shooting 54.8 percent from the field for his career. Strong foot work, underrated passer in the post and an adequate ball handler for his size. Often had to carry Colorado State and tried to do too much, resulting in too many turnovers. Agility makes him a good help defender, but struggles against stronger players. Will have trouble becoming the rebounder and shot blocker he was in college. Will do best with a team that will give him time to add 15-20 pounds of muscle.
Tiago Splitter C 7'0'' 272 21 C+ C- C- B B- A
His agility for a big man and defensive presence create a package that may be too good to pass up, even for some lottery teams. Splitter made the Brazilian national team in 2002 when he was just 17 and competed in the world championships, but began to really make an impression on scouts three years later in the qualifying tournament. His speed and ability to finish make him an appealing option in a league which has more and more teams going to up-tempo, fast-breaking offenses. His length and good footwork have helped Splitter become a very good defender, though he may need to add some muscle to effectively slow down the SSBL top power forwards. Sometimes shies away from contact and has yet to develop a back-to-the-basket mentality. Most of his points come in transition and on drives to the basket because his outside shot still needs work, further proven by the fact he's barely made more than half of his free throws during four Euroleague seasons. Has soft hands along with competent passing skills but what separates him from other international stars is his defensive ability.
Aaron Gray C 7'2'' 272 23 C+ C- C- C+ C+ C
Improved his shooting from the field - 56.5 percent in 2006 after making 52.6 percent in 2005 - but Gray struggled at the foul line, converting just 54.8 percent of his attempts after sinking 63.4 percent as a junior. Gray scored most of his points on put-backs, averaging 3.3 offensive rebounds this past season. He also showed the ability to pass out of the low post. Gray has solid footwork in the paint and has a serviceable drop step. He showed little athleticism, however, often getting exposed on pick-and-roll plays. Doesn't have much of a repertoire on offense, particularly facing the basket.
Joel Anthony C 6'9'' 245 25 C D D- B C B
May be considered "undersized" for the center position, but Anthony is a very good shotblocker and a presence on defense. His offensive game needs a lot of work, and he's not the best of rebounders, but playing in the right system, he will fit right in. Uses his strength to his advantage. Needs work on his post moves, FT shooting, and overall offense in general.
Darryl Watkins C 6'11'' 258 23 C+ C- D+ B C+ B
Was considered an underachiever through four years at Syracuse, never becoming a consistent scorer or dominant rebounder. However, he is a big body and strong shot-blocking skills, which give him a chance to land a spot on a roster. Watkins relies on his size, strength and athleticism to guard the paint, getting by despite slow decision-making. Has the quickness to make sharp rotations, but seems to have trouble processing a play quickly. His offensive game, however, continue to be a work in progress. He has the skills to improve and has shown flashes of progress, but still has a long way to go. Scores most of his points around the basket. Could work his way into the second round with a strong showing in pre-draft camps.
Stanko Barac C 7'1'' 230 21 B- D+ C C C C
"The Big Stank" will be a project for any team choosing to draft him. At 21 years old, he has time to improve. He has a more SSBL-ready body than most international big men his age. Barac averaged 13.0 points and 7.1 rebounds per game last season for BC Siroki Prima of the Adriatic League. He has some intriguing skills for a player his size, as he can shoot the occasional 3-pointer and is an excellent ballhandler for a 7-footer. On the down side, he has not shown great stamina and also could use some more strength. He does not appear to be a standout athlete, but he is fundamentally sound. Barac is young enough to improve significantly, but projects as no more than a backup center at the SSBL level.
Kyrylo Fesenko C 7'1'' 270 21 C+ D F+ C+ C+ B
A 21-year-old from the Ukraine, Fesenko is considered one of the top 15 centers available in the draft. He is a project, who needs major work on his footwork, and post moves. Scouts like him because he can run the floor, is willing to play hard and is athletic. Physical in the paint, unlike most European big men. Already has a solid SSBL body, with long arms and good core strength. Leaping ability is only average. Played for SK Cherkassy, a first-division squad in the Ukraine.
Ivan Radenovic C 6'10'' 245 23 C+ C C C+ C+ C
The most attractive part of Radenovic's game is his outside shooting ability for a big man. However, he does not always react well to defensive pressure and can get lost in the offense at times. The combination of being too skinny for a center and not quick enough to play PF or SF puts him on the draft-day bubble. Radenovic is a good passer and grabbed his share of rebounds in college, but he is likely to have a much tougher time on the glass in the Pros. Considered to have a solid basketball IQ, Radenovic is generally a good decision maker who can find the open man. The Serbia native never emerged as a true star and Arizona had disappointing seasons in his final two years.
Al Horford C 6'10'' 245 21 B C- C B B- B
Spencer Hawes C 7'1'' 244 19 C+ C C- B- B- A
Jason Smith C 7'0'' 233 21 C+ C C- B- B- B
Tiago Splitter C 7'0'' 272 21 C+ C- C- B B- A
Aaron Gray C 7'2'' 272 23 C+ C- C- C+ C+ C
Joel Anthony C 6'9'' 245 25 C D D- B C B
Darryl Watkins C 6'11'' 258 23 C+ C- D+ B C+ B
Stanko Barac C 7'1'' 230 21 B- D+ C C C C
Kyrylo Fesenko C 7'1'' 270 21 C+ D F+ C+ C+ B
Ivan Radenovic C 6'10'' 245 23 C+ C C C+ C+ C
Greg Oden C 7'0'' 257 19 C+ D F+ B+ B A
Best big man and SSBL-ready player in the draft. Defensive stopper and rebounder who will definitely impact a team from the get-go. Not a great offensive player but is certainly not shy around the rim, which he tends to rock once in a while. Somewhat injury-prone throughout his whole life, but this is a fuckin FBB league where you can recover from a broken skull in 67 days. If KD goes #1, look for Oden's name to be called right after.
Al Horford C 6'10'' 245 21 B C- C B B- B
Helping Florida win its second straight NCAA title, Horford probably helped his stock the most. He could have jumped to the SSBL as a sophomore after 06, but developed post moves, started using his left hand and increased his range so much that he now hits 17-foot jumpers with regularity. Extremely tough and efficient in the paint. Attacks the basket with aggression. Has long arms and the body and skills to play. A quintessential power forward, with the quickness to beat most of the league's big men down the floor. Great on-court intelligence. Although his post skills have greatly improved, still needs a little more polish. Footwork in the post is sometimes choppy. Will be much more effective in the paint if he improves in that area. Improved at the free-throw line throughout his career, but still shot just 64.4 percent this past season. One of the most Pro-ready players in the draft. Should contribute right away.
Spencer Hawes C 7'1'' 244 19 C+ C C- B- B- A
One of several top underclassmen with size, along with Greg Oden, Brandan Wright and Al Horford. In fact, one reason Hawes may not be projected higher in the draft is the glut of excellent big men. Hawes may be the most offensively polished player of the entire group. He's a legitimate 7-footer with excellent low-post moves, and he knows how to use his body around the basket. Hawes possesses outstanding hands and he runs the floor well for a big man, although he is not as athletic as players like Oden and Horford. Needs to be more of a defensive presence. There is a major need for Hawes to gain more upper-body muscle to battle in the paint in the Pros. There are, however, some reports that say he has put on 20 pounds since the end of the college season.
Jason Smith C 7'0'' 233 21 C+ C C- B- B- B
Agile and skilled big men are rare. Doesn't have the bulk teams would like in a 7-footer, so his perimeter game projects him as more of a power forward than a center at this point. A first-team all-Mountain West Conference selection the last two seasons, Smith declared himself eligible for the draft after averaging 16.8 points and 10.1 rebounds to lead the Rams to a 17-13 record this past season. Greatly improved his rebounding after averaging 7.3 boards as a sophomore. Good perimeter shooter, with range from up to 18 feet. Can score inside and out, shooting 54.8 percent from the field for his career. Strong foot work, underrated passer in the post and an adequate ball handler for his size. Often had to carry Colorado State and tried to do too much, resulting in too many turnovers. Agility makes him a good help defender, but struggles against stronger players. Will have trouble becoming the rebounder and shot blocker he was in college. Will do best with a team that will give him time to add 15-20 pounds of muscle.
Tiago Splitter C 7'0'' 272 21 C+ C- C- B B- A
His agility for a big man and defensive presence create a package that may be too good to pass up, even for some lottery teams. Splitter made the Brazilian national team in 2002 when he was just 17 and competed in the world championships, but began to really make an impression on scouts three years later in the qualifying tournament. His speed and ability to finish make him an appealing option in a league which has more and more teams going to up-tempo, fast-breaking offenses. His length and good footwork have helped Splitter become a very good defender, though he may need to add some muscle to effectively slow down the SSBL top power forwards. Sometimes shies away from contact and has yet to develop a back-to-the-basket mentality. Most of his points come in transition and on drives to the basket because his outside shot still needs work, further proven by the fact he's barely made more than half of his free throws during four Euroleague seasons. Has soft hands along with competent passing skills but what separates him from other international stars is his defensive ability.
Aaron Gray C 7'2'' 272 23 C+ C- C- C+ C+ C
Improved his shooting from the field - 56.5 percent in 2006 after making 52.6 percent in 2005 - but Gray struggled at the foul line, converting just 54.8 percent of his attempts after sinking 63.4 percent as a junior. Gray scored most of his points on put-backs, averaging 3.3 offensive rebounds this past season. He also showed the ability to pass out of the low post. Gray has solid footwork in the paint and has a serviceable drop step. He showed little athleticism, however, often getting exposed on pick-and-roll plays. Doesn't have much of a repertoire on offense, particularly facing the basket.
Joel Anthony C 6'9'' 245 25 C D D- B C B
May be considered "undersized" for the center position, but Anthony is a very good shotblocker and a presence on defense. His offensive game needs a lot of work, and he's not the best of rebounders, but playing in the right system, he will fit right in. Uses his strength to his advantage. Needs work on his post moves, FT shooting, and overall offense in general.
Darryl Watkins C 6'11'' 258 23 C+ C- D+ B C+ B
Was considered an underachiever through four years at Syracuse, never becoming a consistent scorer or dominant rebounder. However, he is a big body and strong shot-blocking skills, which give him a chance to land a spot on a roster. Watkins relies on his size, strength and athleticism to guard the paint, getting by despite slow decision-making. Has the quickness to make sharp rotations, but seems to have trouble processing a play quickly. His offensive game, however, continue to be a work in progress. He has the skills to improve and has shown flashes of progress, but still has a long way to go. Scores most of his points around the basket. Could work his way into the second round with a strong showing in pre-draft camps.
Stanko Barac C 7'1'' 230 21 B- D+ C C C C
"The Big Stank" will be a project for any team choosing to draft him. At 21 years old, he has time to improve. He has a more SSBL-ready body than most international big men his age. Barac averaged 13.0 points and 7.1 rebounds per game last season for BC Siroki Prima of the Adriatic League. He has some intriguing skills for a player his size, as he can shoot the occasional 3-pointer and is an excellent ballhandler for a 7-footer. On the down side, he has not shown great stamina and also could use some more strength. He does not appear to be a standout athlete, but he is fundamentally sound. Barac is young enough to improve significantly, but projects as no more than a backup center at the SSBL level.
Kyrylo Fesenko C 7'1'' 270 21 C+ D F+ C+ C+ B
A 21-year-old from the Ukraine, Fesenko is considered one of the top 15 centers available in the draft. He is a project, who needs major work on his footwork, and post moves. Scouts like him because he can run the floor, is willing to play hard and is athletic. Physical in the paint, unlike most European big men. Already has a solid SSBL body, with long arms and good core strength. Leaping ability is only average. Played for SK Cherkassy, a first-division squad in the Ukraine.
Ivan Radenovic C 6'10'' 245 23 C+ C C C+ C+ C
The most attractive part of Radenovic's game is his outside shooting ability for a big man. However, he does not always react well to defensive pressure and can get lost in the offense at times. The combination of being too skinny for a center and not quick enough to play PF or SF puts him on the draft-day bubble. Radenovic is a good passer and grabbed his share of rebounds in college, but he is likely to have a much tougher time on the glass in the Pros. Considered to have a solid basketball IQ, Radenovic is generally a good decision maker who can find the open man. The Serbia native never emerged as a true star and Arizona had disappointing seasons in his final two years.
