Post by Play on Nov 1, 2010 12:04:27 GMT -5
Wesley Johnson
Guard/Forward
6'7" 206lbs
Syracuse University
Strengths
Wes has all the tools, and fits the description of your classic athletic small forward. He has a smooth and fluent motion on his jump shot, and gets nice elevation ... Has a strong mid-range game that will only get better.He moves extremely well off the ball, and does a great job of getting himself open off back screens ... Wes can run the floor and finish effectively in transition ... His quickness, awareness and long wingspan come into play defensively as well, as he is a terrific off-ball and help defender.His wingspan and leaping abilities also make him an excellent rebounder, and his persistent nature and good nose for the ball make him a pest on the offensive glass.
Weaknesses
Wes settles or relies too much on his jump shot, and when it's not on that day, he can disappear for long stretches throughout the game ... Needs to bulk up- when guarded by stronger defenders, he tends to pull back for tougher jump shots as opposed to taking it strong and drawing the foul. Has not developed much of a back-to-the-basket game yet, but his skills, high release and length give him a shot to develop a post game over time ... Has trouble creating off the dribble, most of his opportunities come after one dribble or a catch and shoot.
His ball handling skills are average, and he tends to throw the ball away too often ... He's 23 years old, so his upside and potential might take a hit when GMs look at guys who are up to 3 years younger.
Outlook
Wes Johnson had to wait a year on the sidelines before becoming a household name and a star for Syracuse basketball ... Wes played a lot of the 4 in college, but will most definitely be a 3 at the next level. At 23 years old already, he should be more NBA ready than most players entering the draft ... The big question with Wes is whether or not his inability to create will prevent him from being a relied upon scorer in the pros ... Regardless, his smile can light up an arena and make him an immediate fan favorite.
Ratings: B- B- C B- C+ A
Guard/Forward
6'7" 206lbs
Syracuse University
Strengths
Wes has all the tools, and fits the description of your classic athletic small forward. He has a smooth and fluent motion on his jump shot, and gets nice elevation ... Has a strong mid-range game that will only get better.He moves extremely well off the ball, and does a great job of getting himself open off back screens ... Wes can run the floor and finish effectively in transition ... His quickness, awareness and long wingspan come into play defensively as well, as he is a terrific off-ball and help defender.His wingspan and leaping abilities also make him an excellent rebounder, and his persistent nature and good nose for the ball make him a pest on the offensive glass.
Weaknesses
Wes settles or relies too much on his jump shot, and when it's not on that day, he can disappear for long stretches throughout the game ... Needs to bulk up- when guarded by stronger defenders, he tends to pull back for tougher jump shots as opposed to taking it strong and drawing the foul. Has not developed much of a back-to-the-basket game yet, but his skills, high release and length give him a shot to develop a post game over time ... Has trouble creating off the dribble, most of his opportunities come after one dribble or a catch and shoot.
His ball handling skills are average, and he tends to throw the ball away too often ... He's 23 years old, so his upside and potential might take a hit when GMs look at guys who are up to 3 years younger.
Outlook
Wes Johnson had to wait a year on the sidelines before becoming a household name and a star for Syracuse basketball ... Wes played a lot of the 4 in college, but will most definitely be a 3 at the next level. At 23 years old already, he should be more NBA ready than most players entering the draft ... The big question with Wes is whether or not his inability to create will prevent him from being a relied upon scorer in the pros ... Regardless, his smile can light up an arena and make him an immediate fan favorite.
Ratings: B- B- C B- C+ A