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How important is Wingspan?

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by tycoonchip, Jun 18, 2024.

  1. Glendelicious

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    It means very little without context. I’m 6’4” and my wingspan is 6’7” and I don’t have long arms. I have a big chest and broad shoulders, my frame is like a giant (260lbs) J.J. Reddick. A slender 6’4” NBA guard w 6’7” wingspan will have much longer arms and critically he’ll have a much higher reach.

    For bigs especially standing reach is much more important. Wingspan might be more important for perimeter players but with them as well, standing reach is more telling.
     

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