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2025 Annual Jazzfanz Vintage NBA Draft

John Havlicek

Defense:

  • Stamina and Motor: Havlicek's legendary endurance allowed him to play significant minutes (up to 43 minutes in a 48-minute game) and maintain high defensive intensity throughout the entire game without getting tired.

  • Tenacity and Scrappiness: He was a scrappy, relentless defender who hounded opponents, forcing turnovers. His defensive approach was described as orthodox, where he would stay on top of his man and wear him down.
Basketball IQ: Havlicek demonstrated excellent defensive timing and a high basketball IQ, which complemented his tenacious approach and stamina



  • Clutch Performance: His famous steal in Game 7 of the 1965 Eastern Conference Finals is a prime example of his ability to make crucial defensive plays when it mattered most.
Key offensive attributes:

  • Shot Maker: Havlicek was an exceptional "shot maker" who could adjust and score even when off-balance or in the air, a quality described by his former teammate Dave Cowens.

  • Tireless Runner: Dubbed "the man in motion," Havlicek's legendary stamina allowed him to constantly run, tiring out opponents and creating scoring opportunities.

  • Consistency: Havlicek was a remarkably consistent scorer, setting the record for the most consecutive 1,000-point seasons with 16.
Career achievements showcasing offensive prowess:

  • Averages of 20.8 points and 4.8 assists per game over his career.
  • A 13-time NBA All-Star.
  • Named to the All-NBA First Team four times and the All-NBA Second Team seven times.
  • Ranked 14th all-time in career points upon his retirement with 26,395.



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Dražen Petrović

Offense:

Dražen Petrović was a gifted offensive player known for his exceptional perimeter shooting and ability to score in a variety of ways. He was often referred to as the "Mozart of the Parquet" for his artistic skills on the court.



  • Exceptional Shooter: Petrović possessed a quick release and deep range on his jump shot, capable of hitting shots off the dribble or in catch-and-shoot situations. He shot 44.9% from three-point range in his final NBA season (1992-93). Throughout his NBA career, he shot an impressive 43.7% from beyond the arc.


  • Versatile Scorer: He was more than just a shooter, demonstrating an ability to drive to the basket, finish explosively at the rim, and utilize pump fakes and ball fakes to create scoring opportunities. He once scored 112 points in a Croatian League game.
  • Off-Ball Movement: Petrović was adept at moving without the ball, reading defenses, and using screens to get open looks within his team's offense.
  • Fearless and Confident: He was known for his tenacity and determination to win, never backing down from a challenge. According to Sports Illustrated, LeBron James described him as someone "who wasn't afraid of the moment, he wasn't afraid of anything".
  • Passing Ability: Petrović was a good passer who could run the break and deliver slick no-look passes, further enhancing his offensive threat.


Reggie Miller calls draws, and Petrovic the greatest shooter he’s ever played against with a faster release than Steph Curry


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