Monday, March 2, 2009

Will Jon Brockman be drafted into the NBA?

Jon Brockman- The No. 1 Rebounder in the NCAA

Brockman as the returning top rebounder in the NCAA, 14.2 per-40 minutes pace adjusted, and 17th best returning scorer 21.8 per-40 pace adjusted, is projected to be a possible second round draft pick for the NBA according to ESPN. As UW finishes number one in the Pac 10, no. 13 overall by ESPN and USA Today, this helps his campaign with the exposure he needs to help his chances for the NBA. Not to mention, his energy level out on the court is anything but average, playing a physical, scrappy style of basketball, makes him exceptionally effective in collegiate level. Having great timing, fast hands, and good instincts, he never gives up on a play and seems to enjoy throwing his body around and outwork the opposing players which helps him average about 14 rebounds per game.
When it comes to the offensive side and handling the ball, Brockman seems much more comfortable. Brockman is extremely intelligent when it comes to finding creases in the defense and getting into the right spot to catch and quickly finish around the rim, showing excellent hands and slyness using the rim to block his defender on the reverse lay-up. With Brockman’s average size, he shoots an impressive 64% of his shots but only shoots a 52% of his free throws.
When it comes to Brockman’s defensive skills, he lacks a little. His average height and leaping ability allows men taller then him to easily to shoot over him. Brockman is heavily relied on to stay on the floor for the Huskies and is forced to not get into foul trouble, brings his intensity level down.
Brockman is going to have to show scouts better practice and effort to convince them that he is not an accountability on the court in the next level.
Overall Brockman is a considerable prospect for the NBA.

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