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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 2010

Page

18

NBA draft sneak peek of assorted early entrants

A draft preview highlights several prospects from Florida State and other programs. It mentions a 7-1 sophomore with elite length and shot-blocking ability, plus a junior and another guard with scoring instinct. Notes include strengths on defense, perimeter shooting, and weaknesses like ball handling and consistency.

Cole Aldrich Emerges as Long Armed Kansas Center

Cole Aldrich, a 6-11 junior, improved shot blocking this season and brings strong rebounding and defensive ability to Kansas. He is praised for mobility and length, with potential to refine offensive skills and shooting mechanics as he progresses from college to pro aspirations.

Cole Aldrich Kansas

Sophomore Player Profile Highlights Athletic Prospect

A sophomore early entry is described as long and athletic with a massive wingspan and strong rebounding. He runs the floor well and can create matchup problems. Noted as a hard worker with room to improve ball handling and the perimeter game and a tendency toward inconsistent shooting.

Pho

James Anderson Oklahoma State star highlights and awards

James Anderson, a 6-6 guard for Oklahoma State, stood out as a junior early entry with 22.3 points per game, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists. Named Big 12 Player of the Year, he is described as a fluid athlete with NBA three-point range and the ability to create his own shot, though noted for below average defense.

Luke Babbitt Profile: Nevada Forward with Scoring Versatility

Luke Babbitt, a 6-9 forward listed at 225 pounds, averaged 21.9 points and 8.9 rebounds. Described as a smooth offensive player with high basketball IQ, the ability to create his own shot, and proficiency in midrange and 3 point shooting.

Luke Babbitt Nevada

Freshman Eric Bledsoe Moves From Kentucky Roster

Eric Bledsoe a 6-1 guard from Kentucky with 11.3 points per game 3.1 rebounds and 2.9 assists as a freshman early entry is described as having a point guard's body and playing beside John Wall. He is noted as a super athlete with long wingspan but limited offensive skills including ball handling perimeter shooting and playmaking and a high turnover rate in college.

Eric Bledsoe Kentucky John Wall

Craig Brackins Iowa State forward profile

Craig Brackins a 6-10 230 pound junior early entry from Iowa State posts 16.5 points per game and 8.5 rebounds. He shows a soft touch around the basket and a long wingspan but needs more weight to play post at the next level. His decision to return for his junior year may have cost him several draft spots.

Craig Brackins Iowa State

Freshman Avery Bradley Impresses Scouts At Camps

Avery Bradley, a Texas guard listed at 6-2 and 180 pounds, averages 11.6 points and 2.1 assists as a freshman early entry. Scouts note his strong defense and leaping ability, with a 6-foot-7 wingspan suggesting shooting guard potential. areas to improve include playmaking.

Avery Bradley Texas

DeMarcus Cousins and Ed Davis NBA Prospect Scouting Notes

Scouting notes describe DeMarcus Cousins of Kentucky as a freshman 6-11 forward center at 270 pounds with a 15.1 point and 9.8 rebound profile, strong back to basket and face-up scoring, great wingspan, but conditioning concerns. Ed Davis of North Carolina at 6-10, 225 pounds averages 13.4 points and 9.6 rebounds with 2.8 blocks. praised for frame and hands yet noted raw offensive skills and a missed recent games due to a broken left wrist.

Ed Davis North Carolina

Devin Ebanks Player Profile Highlights WVU Prospect

Devin Ebanks from West Virginia, a 6-9, 215-pound forward, averaging 12.0 points and 8.1 rebounds per game. Noted for a long frame and strong rebounding, he shows potential on defense but needs perimeter shooting and ball-handling improvement. Off-court issues mentioned as a concern.

Long

Derrick Favors Georgia Tech prospect profile

Derrick Favors, a 12.4 point per game and 8.4 rebound forward from Georgia Tech, stands as a athletic power forward with great wing span. He excels as a rebounder and defender and shows a huge upside as his offensive game improves, though he needs to be more assertive.

Paul George Emerges as Fresno State Star

Paul George shines for Fresno State, listed at 6-8 and 210 pounds. He posts 16.6 points per game and 7 rebounds per contest, drawing attention as a rising basketball standout.

Paul George Fresno State

Gordon Hayward Emerging Butler Star Profile

Gordon Hayward, a 6 8 forward at Butler, stands 207 pounds with 15.5 points per game and 8.2 rebounds. He shows solid offensive skills, high basketball IQ, and a capable perimeter game, but limited defensive impact and average athleticism temper his profile.

Gordon Hayward Butler

Xavier Henry Emerges as Versatile Kansas Guard Prospect

Xavier Henry, a 6-6, 220 freshman guard with a 13.4 point average and 4.4 assists per game, projects as a shooting guard or small forward. He shows deep shooting range and solid time awareness but must improve self-created scoring and ball handling.

Xavier Henry Kansas

Damion James Two-Way Forward Highlighted By Rebounding

Damion James, a 6-7 senior forward from Texas, averages 18.0 points and 10.3 rebounds per game. Described as a solid athlete with NBA-ready body, strong work ethic, transition strength, and excellent on the boards. He does not excel in a single area but contributes defensively and across all facets without major weaknesses.

Damion James Texas

Armon Johnson Emerges as Standout Nevada Guard Prospect

Armon Johnson, a 6-3 195 pound guard from Nevada, posts 15.7 points per game and 5.6 assists as a junior early entry. He showcases an explosive first step, aggressive play, excellent body control, and solid defensive tools, signaling strong potential for college consideration.

Armon Johnson Nevada

Wesley Johnson Preps for pro potential at Syracuse

Wesley Johnson, a 6-7 forward from Syracuse, averaged 16.5 points and 8.5 rebounds as a junior with prospects as an early entry. He is described as explosive in transition with solid footwork and a developing shooting touch, but needs to improve ballhandling.

Wesley Johnson Syracuse

Dominique Jones Stars for South Florida Basketball

Dominique Jones a 6 4 guard from South Florida stands 215 pounds and posts 21.4 points per game 6.1 rebounds per game and 3.6 assists per game this season for the Bulls.

Dominique Jones South Florida

Georgia Tech forward Gani Lawal profiles as athletic post player

Gani Lawal a 6-9 234 pound forward at Georgia Tech averages 13.1 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. Described as possessing excellent wingspan and tremendous work ethic, he runs the floor well and finishes around the rim but must improve low post footwork jump shooting and passing.

Gani Lawal Georgia Tech

Greg Monroe Center Prospect Details Georgetown Recruit

Greg Monroe stands 6 11 at 253 pounds from Georgetown with a 9 6 pace and 1 6 pg. He has the size and length to play center and shows solid all around time in past games. He excels in finishing at the basket, displays excellent court vision and instincts, and is a strong passer. Rebounding and defense are average, and perimeter shooting needs improvement.

Greg Monroe Georgetown

Daniel Orton profile notes limited minutes behind Cousins

Kentucky center Daniel Orton, a 6-10 forward with a 255 pound frame and a 6-10 wingspan, shows great physical tools and athleticism. He averaged about 3.4 points and 3.3 rebounds per game, but slim playing time behind DeMarcus Cousins, with some analysts suggesting an extra year of college would have benefited him.

Daniel Orton Kentucky DeMarcus Cousins

Versatile forward makes early entry impact in college

A junior early entry forward with 6 9 height averaging 14.3 points and 7.4 rebounds per game. Described as an aggressive inside scorer who finishes at the rim, with solid shooting and rare turnovers. Needs work on footwork and rebounding to maximize potential.

Prospective NBA Draft Scouting: Pondexter and Turner Profiles

Quincy Pondexter, a 6-6 senior forward from Washington, posts 19.3 points and 7.4 rebounds per game, noted as an efficient scorer who can finish at the rim and pull up for jumpers. Evan Turner, a 6-7 junior from Ohio State, averages 20.4 points, 9.2 rebounds and 6.0 assists, praised as a versatile back court player with midrange ability but needing perimeter shooting improvement.

Athletic senior forward with strong tools and rebound defense

A 6 9 210 pound senior athletic combo forward stands 14.5 ppg and 7.6 rpg. He excels in transition and is a solid rebounder and defender with the physical tools for half court or transition play, though college play was inconsistent.

Larry Sanders Emerges as Defensive Paint Force at VCU

Larry Sanders, a forward center at Virginia Commonwealth, is listed at 4-11 235 with 14.4 points per game, 9.1 rebounds and 2.6 blocks. An early-entry candidate, he uses a long wingspan and high energy to run the floor and defend. He has shown steady improvement over three years at VCU and projects as a disruptive inside presence.

Larry Sanders Virginia Commonwealth VCU Euros Energy

International Capped Forward Kevin Seraphin Signs with Chalet France

Kevin Seraphin, a 6-9 forward with 264 pounds, joins Chalet of France as an early international entry born in 1989. He averages 5.8 points and 4.0 rebounds per game and is viewed as a muscular long, athletic defender and rebounder for thetop team in France. His offensive game needs refinement, and he’ll be picked on potential.

France

Lance Stephenson Freshman Star Recruited by New York State

Lance Stephenson, a 6-5 212 pound freshman guard from Cincinnati, is hailed as New York State's all time leading prep scorer. He posts 12.3 points 5.4 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game and is noted for length and passing ability. Critics call for improved perimeter shooting and stronger conditioning.

New York

Junior big man sets Big 12 single-season blocks record

A junior early entry star averaged 13.9 points and 9.8 rebounds while posting 3.7 blocks per game to break the Big 12 single-season blocks record. versatile, fluid around the rim, able to extend to midrange, but needs growth in ballhandling and passing.

John Wall Freshman Guard Emerges as Top Draft Talent

John Wall, a Kentucky freshman guard at 6-4 and 195 pounds, averaged 16.6 points, 6.5 assists and 4.3 rebounds. Described as extremely quick with dynamic playmaking, he shows aggression and unselfishness but needs refinement to reach potential.

Willie Warren Profile Prospects and Setbacks in Oklahoma Career

Willie Warren, a 6-4 guard from Oklahoma, averaged 16.3 points and 4.1 assists per game this season. He is described as explosive with strong finishing ability and a solid pull-up jumper, possessing sharp scoring instincts. However, his draft stock suffered due to season setbacks and turnover issues, and his defense needs work.

Willie Warren Oklahoma

Terrico White Emerges as Sophomore Guard Prospect

Terrico White, a 6-5 guard from Mississippi listed at 213 pounds, averages 15.1 points and 4.6 rebounds as a sophomore on entry. Described as a terrific midrange shooter and a physical specimen, he lacks a defined position.

Terrico White Mississippi

Hassan Whiteside Dominates Rim For Marshall Spotlight

Hassan Whiteside, a freshman center for Marshall, averages 13.1 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 5.4 blocks per game while leading the nation in blocks. The highly athletic freshman shows length and touch near the basket and occasional outside range at the top of the key as he works to prove himself beyond a dynamic weak side defender.

Elliot Williams Emerges as Athletic Guard Talent

Elliot Williams is a Memphis 6-5 left handed guard at 180 pounds. He averages 17.4 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game. Noted for scoring instincts and shot creation, he frequently earns trips to the foul line but struggles when moving right.

Elliot Williams Memphis

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Florida State Al-Farouq Aminu Wake Forest James Anderson, G Oklahoma State Devin Ebanks West Virginia Derrick Favors Patrick Patterson Quincy Pondexter Washington Evan Turner Ohio State Stanley Robinson Connecticut Kevin Seraphin F c. Chalet Lance Stephenson Cincinnati Washington Wizards Sam Cassell Hassan Whiteside, c, Marshall Highmarkhealth.com Highmark Ighmark Medicare Solutions Highmark Health Insurance Company The Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association
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