Post by gp on Jul 26, 2010 14:19:08 GMT -5
Marvin Williams
SF
6’9 240
North Carolina
19 years old
Draft Ratings: B- C+ D+ B C B
Strengths: As a freshman dynamo off the bench, Marvin Williams was a key cog of the North Carolina’s 2004-2005 NCAA title as he averaged 11 points and 6 rebounds in only 22 minutes per game while also being named an All-ACC Honorable Mention. There’s no question Williams knows how to fill up the basket and is balanced in his drive to the hoop as well as having a consistent jumper. At 6’9, Williams is also more than a capable defender as he is able to guard most small forwards and even some power forwards. His combination of size and strength will allow him to post up small threes and shoot over bigger fours, which will help his game and give him immediate looks for playing time as a rookie. Several that have scouted Williams believe he could be a consistent 18-20 point per game threat with the proper seasoning to the rest of his game. In addition, he should be a high percentage shooter from the field for most of his career as well an 80% career free throw shooter.
Weaknesses: Although Williams is considered a natural small forward, he does not create well enough with the ball. In order words, Williams lacks the ability to get his teammates involved and could really get selfish with the ball sometimes. Even though he’s considered a strong positional defender, he gets some steals, but not enough blocks to warrant starter minutes at times. At 6’9, Williams should be a much better rebounder but is considered average at best at this point. Another big knock on Williams’ game is his ability to stretch the floor and hit a three pointer since his range is very limited to 20 feet and inside.
Outlook: Williams should go in the second half of the lottery depending on who decides to stay in his school and who comes out early. However, Williams’ draft stock would really benefit if he stayed another year at Chapel Hill.
SF
6’9 240
North Carolina
19 years old
Draft Ratings: B- C+ D+ B C B
Strengths: As a freshman dynamo off the bench, Marvin Williams was a key cog of the North Carolina’s 2004-2005 NCAA title as he averaged 11 points and 6 rebounds in only 22 minutes per game while also being named an All-ACC Honorable Mention. There’s no question Williams knows how to fill up the basket and is balanced in his drive to the hoop as well as having a consistent jumper. At 6’9, Williams is also more than a capable defender as he is able to guard most small forwards and even some power forwards. His combination of size and strength will allow him to post up small threes and shoot over bigger fours, which will help his game and give him immediate looks for playing time as a rookie. Several that have scouted Williams believe he could be a consistent 18-20 point per game threat with the proper seasoning to the rest of his game. In addition, he should be a high percentage shooter from the field for most of his career as well an 80% career free throw shooter.
Weaknesses: Although Williams is considered a natural small forward, he does not create well enough with the ball. In order words, Williams lacks the ability to get his teammates involved and could really get selfish with the ball sometimes. Even though he’s considered a strong positional defender, he gets some steals, but not enough blocks to warrant starter minutes at times. At 6’9, Williams should be a much better rebounder but is considered average at best at this point. Another big knock on Williams’ game is his ability to stretch the floor and hit a three pointer since his range is very limited to 20 feet and inside.
Outlook: Williams should go in the second half of the lottery depending on who decides to stay in his school and who comes out early. However, Williams’ draft stock would really benefit if he stayed another year at Chapel Hill.
