I mean I calculated his per 36 stats in the Israeli league just by multiplying his average by 3 because he averaged 12 minutes per game already. Not the most accurate, but per 36 he averaged 12.9 points, 6.9 rebounds , 1.8 Assists per game, 2.07 blocks, 1.6 steals, 1.8 turnovers, and 6.3 fouls per game on 39% from behind the arc, 72% from the freethrow line, and 47% from the field. Clearly he does each these of things at varying rates so this may not be completely accurate, but it gives us an rough look at how his stats would look if he continues to produce at the rate he was when he played.
Really improved his play in with Maccabi Tel Aviv. Those stats are actually pretty enticing considering he average 2 blocks per game with a 39% from the arc. Clearly needs to become a better rebounder, but 7 per game isn't too bad for a skinny 18 yo stretch 4 prospect that generally played on the perimeter on offense.
Scary that he averaged so many fouls and that's probably why he didn't see the floor as much as he should have. 2 assists per game is pretty good considering his size, but also averaged 1.8 turnovers as well, but that should improve as he matures and learns.
He is very nimble on his feet and is very fast. Needs to develop a better post game, but I think he will as he gains more weight because he's shown a nice little hook.
Considering the disparity of talent between 2 and 3 I say we take Bender because he is has the best chance to become a star in our system. Stop thinking about how great he will be just solely based on his measurables and stats, but how well he will fit into our system.
He will stretch the floor, run in transition, can make the passes needed, add a lob target that Isaiah can throw it up too, and will eventually make our defense better with his shot blocking, intensity, and toughness. I say grab him and hope he develops. At worst he gives us a solid starter.
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