Haven't seen him. He puts up stats that a good SF would put up. Whether or not he can play, I don't know. Can someone describe him. Here's a description from everyone's favorite predraftt site. http://nbadraft.net/profiles/vincentyarbrough.htm ------------------ Strengths: Athletically he is amongst the elite players in college basketball. Can really get up, and when he decides to can take games over. Handles the ball, passes well, has a decent outside shot. Has the ability to be great, but at times he seems content just being Weaknesses: Maybe he can pay Bill Laimbeir a visit, like Grant Hill did in the TV add. He's a nasty streak away from being a nasty ball player. Must become less reserved and take games over. another good player. Too often settles for outside jumpers and three pointers instead of attacking the rim. Notes: Great athleticism, plays above the rim, also a good defender. One of the top talents athletic wise. Can hit the 3 ball and has a quick fist step. Needs more aggressiveness. Needs to take his game to another level. ------------------- Is this accurate? March madness slowly approaches.
Joe Joe, You know, NBADraft.net either has (1) very good, thoughtful reports, (2) head-scratching reports, or (3) 'OK, ya'll are blowing this out of your assets' reports. Their review of Yarborough is certainly a #1. (As long as they don't start comparing him to Grant Hill, Vince Carter, or any other young, NBA superstar. Why can't a player be the next 'Walt Williams' or 'Harold Miner'? ) I tried to start a discussion about him a while ago. I've been a fan of Yarborough's since I saw him in the McD's All-American game, but I'll admit that, with the exception of this year, I've been a little disappointed with him. He's been a good collegian, but he seems to leave you wanting more. But in his defense, he seems to be better suited in an open-court setting, and could be great with a good play-maker, something Tennessee hasn't had in the past few years. (Nothing personal, Tony Harris) Yarborough seems to be one of those players who will be better in the NBA than the NCAA.
Yarbrough is a very intriguing player. He doesn't turn 21 until this March, and is already a senior. He's a very unselfish player, and would be a seemingly good fit on the Rockets. Excellent open court athleticism, with a game that is under control. However, I question the need for him. Morris is somewhat similar, not in game, but in role. The Rockets tend to like bigger SFs, that can moonlight at the 4 (see Morris), and will have at the very least Morris and Rice under contract for next year, with the possibility of Rashard Lewis looming.
