John Henson? [NBA Draft]

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  1. UKRAINEFAN

    UKRAINEFAN Well-Known Member

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    Just from reading Draftexpress http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/John-Henson-5236/, I don't see this guy as soft. He lacks strength but has gained 37 pounds over his college career and seems to have the frame to add more strength and weight. here's some quotes:

    "He is a fearsome shotblocker--one of college basketball's best--to the tune of 4.4 blocks per 40 minutes pace adjusted, and his timing and explosiveness, both on his first and second jumps, are almost unrivaled at this level. In addition, he commits just 2.4 personal fouls per 40 minutes pace adjusted, anomalous amongst elite shot blockers.

    He is an outstanding rebounder, as well, averaging 13.9 rebounds per 40 minutes pace adjusted, which is one of the best rates amongst returning prospects in our database. His length and athleticism allow him to be all over the floor, and only improved fundamentals hold him back from being truly elite at any level.

    "excellent motor" (that's one of the most important for me!) "average toughness" (that's not so good)

    His ability here is enhanced even further by his coordination and balance, as he is very fluid going from move to counter move, and has no problem going up from awkward positions. He's very capable of finishing from areas of the court that would be difficult for other bigs, using his freakish length and smooth athleticism to extend up from under the rim, showing good ability to finish with both touch and power.

    By the way, they have him projected at #8 now.
     
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  2. Fez Hammersticks

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    From that scouting report he sounds a lot like Joakim Noah.
     
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    From what I've seen, Gilchrest reminds me of Artest minus the nut job/braindead/hoodrat side. Gonna be a solid pro.
     
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    Sullinger looks like he has the size to play center:

    6'10" (w/shoes)
    281 Lbs.
    7'1" wingspan

    *via Draftexpress
     
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    ^I thought I heard Sullinger is a head case like Cousins.
     
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    I haven't heard anything like that. Maybe you're thinking of Fab Melo.

    He makes Cousins look like a saint.
     
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    Long and athletic. Looks like a typical Blazer pick.... don't know.
     
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    You were advocating Durant, right?
     
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    I think he is longer, more athletic and coordinated than Noah but not as powerful or with as much motor or desire (but who does have as much motor as Noah?) I think he has a good chance to be a better offensive player than Noah.
     
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    Watch him play. He disappears and is soft. He can block shots though with his length. Has no jumper and gets most of his point on put backs or great dimes by Kendall Marshall.
     
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    I like Gilchrist too. He brings it on D.
     
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    No. Sullinger is a stand up guy.
     
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    I don't think any mock places needs in their thoughts until the official draft order is set. They just slot players
     
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