What's the story on Kevin Porter Jr.? Is he draftable. Picture a talent like this in the backcourt with Mitchell, though he seems to be a bit ball dominant.
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Following Potential Draftees - 2019 (not kidding)
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I'm not sure he'll translate well to the pros. He'll need to play more on the perimeter. Right now, he's got good size, strength and post scoring at the NCAA level, but in the NBA he might be just another guy. He'll need to play more off the dribble, hit 3s, attack close-outs and finish around length. Maybe he can do it. Not sure.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker looks solid. He's a bit like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, but is a better shooter. He should be able to play 2 or even 3 positions, either on the ball or off. There's a chance he could get to 19 or 20 in the draft depending on how things shake out.
Porter blows. He can handle, that's it. He isn't that talented. He just takes step backs. Never drives to the rim.
I dont think you've watched PJ this year.
PJ has a lot of perimeter talent. His shooting form is pretty great. I really believe in his shooting. He can put the ball on the floor for 3 dribbles in a straight line and get to the rim. He can pass on the move or from the post. I don't really question any of his skill/IQ based abilities and he has great length.
He just isnt a great athlete. He's closer to an average athlete than an above average athlete imo. The question is are how good he is on the perimeter defensively w/ ability to switch and slide his feet.
He just isnt a great athlete. He's closer to an average athlete than an above average athlete imo. The question is are how good he is on the perimeter defensively w/ ability to switch and slide his feet.
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PJ has splashed 4/5 3's so far in he 1st half. All of them have been closely defended. The shot is pure. I have no doubt it's going to translate.
Also, his passing isnt talked about enough. PJ Washington is probably the best passing big in the draft.
Your definition of perimeter skills might be a bit different than mine. I'm looking for a big wing who can create for himself and others off the dribble consistently, and also shoot off the dribble. In that light, I see PJ Washington as a 4 with limited perimeter skills. I'm also not confident his paint scoring will translate since he'll be going up against more length and athleticism. I'm more confident in Hachimura developing as a shooter than I am PJ Washington developing as an on-ball creator.
I watched the whole Tennessee game. I watched him a lot last year and his highlights this year. I'll watch the Auburn game.
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He's a talented player but a total punk. Immature and awful body language. Quin would eat him alive.
Needs another year in school, IMO.