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Potential Rocket performances at draft combine/pre-draft camp

Discussion in 'NBA Draft' started by Honey Bear, Jun 6, 2007.

  1. Honey Bear

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    All the guys listed can potentially drop to the 20's... and Houston could move up a few picks if they see someone Adelman really likes. Source NBADraft.net.

    1. Javaris Crittenton 6-4 194 PG G.Tech Fr.

    What he did well: Crittenton had a solid all-around showing, highlighted by a 38’’ vertical leap. He also showed good upper body strength by completing 11 bench reps while measuring close to 6’5’’ and weighing a solid 194 lbs.

    What he struggled with: The Georgia Tech freshman’s ¾ court sprint of 3.32 was fairly slow compared to the other point guards, and out of all the physical assets a PG needs, speed is probably the most important. He also
    didn’t sport the long arms that several other players did, as Crittenton had an average 6’5.5’’ wingspan.

    2. Acie Law 6-3 186 PG Texas A&M Sr.

    What he did well: Law ran extremely well at the combine, clocking in at 3.22 seconds in the sprint and 11 seconds in the lane agility drill, second best to Jason Smith. Law stood 6’3.5’’ but had a wingspan of 6’6.’’.

    What he struggled with: Similar to (New Jersey's) Marcus Williams last year, Law is a very talented PG prospect but has never been confused for an Olympic athlete. He turned in a fairly average bench press (8 reps) and vertical leap (34’’).

    3. Josh McRoberts 6-10 240 PF Duke So.

    What he did well: McRoberts stood 6’10’’ 240 lbs with a 7’1’’ wingspan. He also completed 12 bench reps, about average for his size and position.

    What he struggled with: The Duke product was known for his athleticism coming out of high school and during his college days, but a 31.5’’ vertical is hardly athletic. He didn’t run particularly well either, turning in a 3.47 second mark in the sprint. Overall, this workout probably hurt his stock more than it helped.

    4. Aaron Brooks 5-11 160 PG Oregon Sr. -- 9.7 ppg, 9-20 fg (45.0%), 2-6 3p (33.3%), 9-10 ft (90.0%), 3.6 apg, 2.0 to.

    Brooks is one of the quickest point guards to come through the draft in years. Along with Conley, his quickness is on an elite level. He plays at such a break neck speed, yet appears to be under control most of the time. His ability to stop on a dime and pull up for jump shots will make getting shots off in the NBA possible for him. He's also got the mental toughness and ice water demeanor, when the game is on the line, he wants the big shots. Brooks failed to put up huge numbers as Shakur actually defended him well, however Brooks is one of the few players that was in Orlando with a real shot to crack the first round.

    5. Taurean Green 6-0 177 PG Florida Jr. -- 9.7 ppg, 9-15 fg (60%), 4-7 3p, (57.1 ft%), 8-9 ft (88.9%), 3.6 apg.

    Green had a strong performance over the 4 day camp. He didn't force things and kept his turnovers down. He shot the ball very well, and was unselfish looking to get teammates involved. He should find a spot in the early to mid second round.
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    If anyone with ESPN Insider could post the info in this link, it would be appreciated. http://insider.espn.go.com/espn/blog/index?entryID=2893057&name=ford_chad
     

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