Post by gp on Mar 7, 2010 16:00:25 GMT -5
Bobby Jackson
PG
6’1 185
23 years old
Minnesota
Draft Ratings: C B+ C B- D+ B
Profile[/u]
Strengths: Minnesota’s Bobby Jackson college career is signified by leading his Golden Gophers to an epic Final Four matchup against eventual tournament champions, the Kentucky Wildcats. After transferring from Western Nebraska Community College to Minnesota, Jackson emerged as one of the finest point guards in the Big Ten Conference. His ability to break down defenses with his speed combined with his quick first step allowed him to propel the Gophers to success to his final two seasons in Minneapolis. He is also a productive shooter from the perimeter as he will able to go on long streaks in hitting several long jumpers in a row. His athleticism and strong lateral movements will allow him to be an above average defender in the backcourt and should be able to get into many passing lanes for steals.
Weaknesses: Jackson may never translate his glory days at Minnesota into big-time results in the BBS. He may be forced to play some shooting guard because of his inability to generate many assists although his frame makes him undersized to play shooting guard as well. Scouts are also concerned that Jackson is not a very good inside scorer and cannot finish plays on his own. Although he is a streaky shooter, Jackson also has the habit of going in long droughts and could shoot low percentages towards the beginning of his career. He is also a below average rebounder for a point guard and could be destined for a career as a backup guard.
Outlook: Simply for being a strong reserve in the future, Jackson has garnered attention in the lottery but will probably be taken in the middle picks of the first round. His impact as a combo guard may not be felt in his first couple years but could grow into a valuable backup if improved wisely.
PG
6’1 185
23 years old
Minnesota
Draft Ratings: C B+ C B- D+ B
Profile[/u]
Strengths: Minnesota’s Bobby Jackson college career is signified by leading his Golden Gophers to an epic Final Four matchup against eventual tournament champions, the Kentucky Wildcats. After transferring from Western Nebraska Community College to Minnesota, Jackson emerged as one of the finest point guards in the Big Ten Conference. His ability to break down defenses with his speed combined with his quick first step allowed him to propel the Gophers to success to his final two seasons in Minneapolis. He is also a productive shooter from the perimeter as he will able to go on long streaks in hitting several long jumpers in a row. His athleticism and strong lateral movements will allow him to be an above average defender in the backcourt and should be able to get into many passing lanes for steals.
Weaknesses: Jackson may never translate his glory days at Minnesota into big-time results in the BBS. He may be forced to play some shooting guard because of his inability to generate many assists although his frame makes him undersized to play shooting guard as well. Scouts are also concerned that Jackson is not a very good inside scorer and cannot finish plays on his own. Although he is a streaky shooter, Jackson also has the habit of going in long droughts and could shoot low percentages towards the beginning of his career. He is also a below average rebounder for a point guard and could be destined for a career as a backup guard.
Outlook: Simply for being a strong reserve in the future, Jackson has garnered attention in the lottery but will probably be taken in the middle picks of the first round. His impact as a combo guard may not be felt in his first couple years but could grow into a valuable backup if improved wisely.
