Post by Stannis Baratheon on Apr 7, 2010 0:50:06 GMT -5
6'11
202 lbs
Forward
C+ C+ C C+ C A
Pros: Coming out of high school, Bender is an intriguing prospect because of the package of athleticism and height he has. For someone of his height to possess perimeter guard skills is very rare, which is why Bender is quite highly touted. Can get up and down the floor in a hurry, has a motor that doesn't quit. He's a lanky guy, with long arms, has the potential to be quite a ballhawk and shot blocker in the pros
Cons: While he's a gifted specimen athletically, the same cannot be said of his actual basketball skills. At 202 lbs, he is extremely weak and will not be able to bang inside with power forwards from day one. Will either need to get much quicker to defend small forwards, or bulk up considerably to do battle with power forwards. Still extremely unpolished and raw, it will take a lot of effort to coax him into being the player that every scout is salivating about him becoming.
Overall: Sky's the limit, this guy will either be a boom or bust pick. He could put it all together and become a top 5 player with top notch athleticism, or he could be just another dime a dozen athletic freak with no skills.
Projected Prime Ratings: B B+ C+ B- B- C
