7-0 – Power Forward – Latvia
A long and skilled 7-footer with intriguing upside.
Pros
A very fluid and mobile big man with a high skill level. Shoots the ball with nice form with range out to 3. Has great length and surprising coordination.
A potential match up nightmare if he continues to develop his perimeter game. Nearly impossible to block on outside shots.
Hit’s the boards well and has a nose for offensive rebounds. Shows good understanding of the game, spaces the floor well and makes good decisions with the ball. Good passer with an advanced offensive game for young BIG.
Has a nice feel on D. and uses his length well.
Cons
Lacks power and strength. Will have to make an adjustment to the American game.
Has a slight frame and will likely struggle to put on weight. Needs to improve his back to the basket scoring.
Projection: Top 5 pick in the 2015 NBA Draft