Post by Chicago on Mar 19, 2016 17:23:54 GMT
 | Kristaps Porzingis(#6)Height: 7-3 Weight: 240 lbs. Position: Power Forward Born: August 2, 1995 in Liepaja, Latvia Age Drafted: 20 College: Source: Basketball Reference |
Strengths
Drafted fourth overall in the 2015 draft, the selection was met with mixed reviews as people felt he would be another failed Dirk clone. Porzingis has proven the naysayers wrong and shown unlimited potential thus far in his career. Has incredible size at 7'3 with a 7'6 wingspan. Possesses great athleticism for such a big guy with good speed and leaping ability. Has shown good shooting mechanics and has range beyond the three point line, basically can shoot it from anywhere with an effortless stroke. Excellent freethrow shooter already putting up 85% in his rookie season. Good man and help defender with the potential to be elite. Uses size and athleticism to block shots at an elite rate averaging 2 BPG in his rookie year in just under 28 MPG. Is already a good rebounder averaging 9.4RPG per 36 in his first year in the league.
Weaknesses
Not a great passer, averaging only 1.3 assists per game. Has a bit of a slight frame, will need to add a few pounds in order to bang down low. Can settle for the jumper at times rather then using size and athleticism to create the easier bucket. Will need to make strength gains to truly become an elite post defender.
Notes
Although has shown the potential to be great, will need to work a lot to reach those lofty expectations.
Current Attributes
| INS | JPS | FTS | 3PS | HND | PAS | ORB | DRB | PSD | PRD | STL | BLK | QCK | STR | JMP | STA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2.5 | 1 | 2.5 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1.5 | 3.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4 |
Potential Attributes
| INS | JPS | FTS | 3PS | HND | PAS | ORB | DRB | PSD | PRD | STL | BLK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3.5 | 5 | 3.5 | 3 | 2 | 3.5 | 4 | 4 | 2.5 | 2 | 4 |
