I didn’t see a welcome post for our newest Celtic. Perhaps due to the trade roller coaster of draft night, and we’re all a bit unsure as to who we actually have. I’ve gotten over the disappointment of not getting the guys I want (to an extent).
Measurements:
Height: 6’7” in shoes
Weight: 205lbs
Wingspan: 7’2”
Standing reach: 8’11”
Strengths:
Elite defender and athlete. Versatile, can defend the POA but can just as well play off-ball. He can probably fit in any defensive scheme with his athleticism and motor. He plays with some real fire defensively. He’s also a really good offensive rebounder. Almost 1/3 of his rebounds were offensive. Some rate his playmaking upside, but I haven’t seen much.
Weaknesses:
Shooting, shot creation, and scoring generally. He’s a really terrible shooter, and is aware of it too. Shows hesitancy to do so too. Has no handle either. Lots to work on on that end - essentially will be like playing 4v5 on the offensive end.
Comparisons:
Who doesn’t love a few comparisons!
High-end: Gerald Wallace
Mid: Andre Roberson
Low-end: Renaldo Balkman