Whereas I'm tired of reading all the negativity in just about every thread, I've decided to start looking toward the future. So I'll be covering, and anyone can jump in by the way, all the top prospects for the 2014 draft. Some of course are just highschoolers, so all we have are limited looks at them. As a result, we'll revisit them as the college year progresses. We'll start with:
Andrew Wiggins: SF, 6'8" w/shoes, 197 pounds, 7'0" wingspan (measurements from Nike Summit), Kansas.
Andrew Wiggins is probably the most talked about highschooler since Lebron James. Some have projected him as the next coming of James. I suspose thats possible, but they aren't the same player coming out of highschool. Wiggins is a much better shooter than James was at the point in time.. Both are, were, freak athlete's, but Lebron was a more physical athlete. I really don't like comparing one player to another. Lebron has long left the starting gate, and Wiggins is just arriving. So it remains to be seen how he fares on the fast track. But so far, so good. Apparently he's really impressed at Kansas in practices. Here's a little highlight video for those not familar with him...
Realized that I didn't really say much about Wiggins skill level. He's a very good ballhandler that can explode to the basket. He has an assortment of spin moves, jab steps, drop steps, and crossovers, to go with outstanding leaping ability. Wouldn't be surprised if he posts a plus 40 inch vertical at the combine. He's lightning quick with the ball, and is unbeatable in fast break transition. He needs to be more consistent with his outside shot, but its more than respectable for now. He's also a very good defender with good lateral quickness. There's really not much he can't do, other than polish what he can do, and maybe add a few new tricks. Only knock on him, is that he appears to get bored against poor competition at times. But he can literally take over a game by himself.
Andrew Wiggins: SF, 6'8" w/shoes, 197 pounds, 7'0" wingspan (measurements from Nike Summit), Kansas.
Andrew Wiggins is probably the most talked about highschooler since Lebron James. Some have projected him as the next coming of James. I suspose thats possible, but they aren't the same player coming out of highschool. Wiggins is a much better shooter than James was at the point in time.. Both are, were, freak athlete's, but Lebron was a more physical athlete. I really don't like comparing one player to another. Lebron has long left the starting gate, and Wiggins is just arriving. So it remains to be seen how he fares on the fast track. But so far, so good. Apparently he's really impressed at Kansas in practices. Here's a little highlight video for those not familar with him...
Realized that I didn't really say much about Wiggins skill level. He's a very good ballhandler that can explode to the basket. He has an assortment of spin moves, jab steps, drop steps, and crossovers, to go with outstanding leaping ability. Wouldn't be surprised if he posts a plus 40 inch vertical at the combine. He's lightning quick with the ball, and is unbeatable in fast break transition. He needs to be more consistent with his outside shot, but its more than respectable for now. He's also a very good defender with good lateral quickness. There's really not much he can't do, other than polish what he can do, and maybe add a few new tricks. Only knock on him, is that he appears to get bored against poor competition at times. But he can literally take over a game by himself.
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