Jeremy Evans
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BlackAce77
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Simply a role player on last year's Sweet Sixteen bound Western Kentucky squad, there will be added pressure placed on Evans with the graduation of Courtney Lee and Tyrone Brazelton. Given the substantial amount of scoring that the Hiltoppers lost, there will be plenty of opportunity for this junior to boost the 5.9 point per game average he put up last season.
Evans certainly fits the mold of a long-term NBA prospect physically, standing a legit 6’9 with an enormous wingspan. At only 190 pounds, he definitely will need to bulk up before he hits the next level, and although his frame is a bit narrow, he could likely get up to 220 pounds or so by the time it is all said and done. In terms of running the floor, Evans gets up and down the court very well and shows a great motor, despite his lack of strength.
The bulk of Jeremy’s scoring is done within five feet of the basket, usually off of an offensive rebound or some sort of drop-off pass. Having good hands and great athleticism allows him to catch and finish against most players in his conference with no problems whatsoever. The Arkansas native seems to have a knack for finding himself in the right place at the right time, which might explain why he shot 62.5% from the field as a junior.
Likewise, Evans is still incredibly raw in virtually every facet of creating his own shot. He appears incredibly uncomfortable shooting the ball from the perimeter, hesitating as if he needs to ask permission before launching one up. Evans shoots a slower set shot, but actually shoots it with decent accuracy when he has the confidence to put it up. We didn’t see him put the ball on the floor one time and try to create for himself, and considering his limited skill-level offensively, it’s likely that this is out his repertoire.
There is much potential for Evans on the defensive end. Already a solid shot blocker, he primarily relies on his athleticism and length to block shots rather than actually learning the craft. He has shown the ability to contain face the basket power forwards by keeping in front of them laterally, but struggles holding post position inside. Evans tends to play awfully upright, establishing basically no center of gravity and allowing him to get knocked off balance quite easily. Similar to his shot blocking skills, his rebounding ability is also completely reliant upon his natural gifts, rather than fundamental boxing out and attacking the ball.
It is quite rare that you find a player with Evans’ size and length in the Sun Belt, so he will definitely be a name keep an eye on down the road. Only entering his junior season, he still has two years left to continue to fill out physically and polish up his skill-set. Whether he will ever develop on the offensive end is yet to be seen, but he is a player who could certainly receive an invite to Portsmouth and possibly more if he is able to continue to develop.
From DraftExpress.com https://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Jeremy-Evans-5314/#ixzz0rpiley00
https://www.draftexpress.com
Evans certainly fits the mold of a long-term NBA prospect physically, standing a legit 6’9 with an enormous wingspan. At only 190 pounds, he definitely will need to bulk up before he hits the next level, and although his frame is a bit narrow, he could likely get up to 220 pounds or so by the time it is all said and done. In terms of running the floor, Evans gets up and down the court very well and shows a great motor, despite his lack of strength.
The bulk of Jeremy’s scoring is done within five feet of the basket, usually off of an offensive rebound or some sort of drop-off pass. Having good hands and great athleticism allows him to catch and finish against most players in his conference with no problems whatsoever. The Arkansas native seems to have a knack for finding himself in the right place at the right time, which might explain why he shot 62.5% from the field as a junior.
Likewise, Evans is still incredibly raw in virtually every facet of creating his own shot. He appears incredibly uncomfortable shooting the ball from the perimeter, hesitating as if he needs to ask permission before launching one up. Evans shoots a slower set shot, but actually shoots it with decent accuracy when he has the confidence to put it up. We didn’t see him put the ball on the floor one time and try to create for himself, and considering his limited skill-level offensively, it’s likely that this is out his repertoire.
There is much potential for Evans on the defensive end. Already a solid shot blocker, he primarily relies on his athleticism and length to block shots rather than actually learning the craft. He has shown the ability to contain face the basket power forwards by keeping in front of them laterally, but struggles holding post position inside. Evans tends to play awfully upright, establishing basically no center of gravity and allowing him to get knocked off balance quite easily. Similar to his shot blocking skills, his rebounding ability is also completely reliant upon his natural gifts, rather than fundamental boxing out and attacking the ball.
It is quite rare that you find a player with Evans’ size and length in the Sun Belt, so he will definitely be a name keep an eye on down the road. Only entering his junior season, he still has two years left to continue to fill out physically and polish up his skill-set. Whether he will ever develop on the offensive end is yet to be seen, but he is a player who could certainly receive an invite to Portsmouth and possibly more if he is able to continue to develop.
From DraftExpress.com https://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Jeremy-Evans-5314/#ixzz0rpiley00
https://www.draftexpress.com
InGameStrategy
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He has similar height and weight as Hayward, but he's slated as a PF. He is a shot-blocker, averaging nearly 2 BPG.
https://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Jeremy-Evans-5314/
In other words, Utah drafted a complete player across two picks.
L.A. just drafted Derrick Caracter. Seems like he would've been a better choice in Round 2, but maybe it's irrelevant anyway. The little film that I saw him was that he did a few good things and a few lunkhead things when working out with Udoh and Whiteside.
https://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Jeremy-Evans-5314/
In other words, Utah drafted a complete player across two picks.
L.A. just drafted Derrick Caracter. Seems like he would've been a better choice in Round 2, but maybe it's irrelevant anyway. The little film that I saw him was that he did a few good things and a few lunkhead things when working out with Udoh and Whiteside.
billyshelby
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Well, I just read the draftexpress thing on him and at least he's an athlete. But who knows if he'll even make the team.
//r00t 4 Jazz
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Well listening to KOC he just said Tadija Dragicevic (2008 2nd rounder) will be on the summer league team, that might be the most interesting thing that I heard all night.
Shaggy- Ha ha. I mean what the hell. I'm sorry to be a smart *** but I told you guys that KOC is horrible during draft night and I got blasted for saying it but look at it now.
I was going to say sign some guys but we don't have $.
Then I was going to say trade for some one good but KOC never makes trades
I was going to say sign some guys but we don't have $.
Then I was going to say trade for some one good but KOC never makes trades
Stifle Tower
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Well, if basketball doesn't work out, both those guys look like they could sing in the Tabernacle Choir.
Jeremy Evans is my boy, we call him weak sauce down here, but don't let the name fool you, he can jump out of the gym and make some pretty strong plays
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtLsjBf7ceg#t=01m14s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtLsjBf7ceg#t=01m14s
Shad
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HAHAHAHAHA this is great.
Jazz Fans,
I host an ESPN Radio Show in Bowling Green, KY and have watched Jeremy Evans the last 4 years. For starters should he make the squad you are getting an unreal kid in terms of character. Extremely humble, polite, and hard worker! I really can't say enough good things about Jeremy. On the court his biggest down side is his size. He was never really able to put weight on during his time at WKU. He is a tremendous athlete not only on the court but won the Sun Belt title in the high jump. His is long and can leap!! He has incredible timing, and will block shots out of no where! If he get's anywhere near the goal he will throw it down and throw it down hard. WKU played Miss St. this year and he more than held his own vs Jarvis Varnado. In fact several draft stories where done that Evans may have more upside. He was the Sun Belt Tourney MVP his Sophomore year, which was the Sweet 16 team with NBA 1st Rounder Courtney Lee (Magic/Nets). He had some back injuries this season, and had some foul trouble throughout the season, largely because of his light frame. I'm sure some of you, understandably, are wondering who is this guy, but he has tremendous upside, and the Hilltoppers are very excited and should he make the team will be some of the biggest Jazz fans in the country!
I host an ESPN Radio Show in Bowling Green, KY and have watched Jeremy Evans the last 4 years. For starters should he make the squad you are getting an unreal kid in terms of character. Extremely humble, polite, and hard worker! I really can't say enough good things about Jeremy. On the court his biggest down side is his size. He was never really able to put weight on during his time at WKU. He is a tremendous athlete not only on the court but won the Sun Belt title in the high jump. His is long and can leap!! He has incredible timing, and will block shots out of no where! If he get's anywhere near the goal he will throw it down and throw it down hard. WKU played Miss St. this year and he more than held his own vs Jarvis Varnado. In fact several draft stories where done that Evans may have more upside. He was the Sun Belt Tourney MVP his Sophomore year, which was the Sweet 16 team with NBA 1st Rounder Courtney Lee (Magic/Nets). He had some back injuries this season, and had some foul trouble throughout the season, largely because of his light frame. I'm sure some of you, understandably, are wondering who is this guy, but he has tremendous upside, and the Hilltoppers are very excited and should he make the team will be some of the biggest Jazz fans in the country!
Jerry Lundegaard
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nbadraft.net's instant analysis of the pick is priceless
Stifle Tower
Punch Bowl Re-Filler
LOL. Good find.
prodigy
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blank. jazz draft another guy in the 2nd that probably would have went undrafted.
