Post by NBL President on Jan 3, 2008 14:17:52 GMT -5
Associated Press
Two Syracuse Juniors are the next to go pro as dynamic duo Johnny Flynn and Donte Green are leaving the Orange. These guys are both very talented going all the way back to their high school days, but their future in the NBL may not be as crystal clear.
PF Donte Greene, Syracuse - Donte Green is a rare breed, he really has no weaknesses in his game, and for a guy without a true position, that is the way to enter the NBL. Green is a very good shooter, rebounder and decent defender. His passing ability is above average for a bigger player and he can handle the ball for the most part. The knock on Greene is that he is 6'9, but weighs only 215 lbs. He doesn't have the length of Garnett or Durant, but lacks the strength of a Carlos Boozer or Elton Brand. He is a true 3/4 tweener, and a big factor in where he fits will depend on the type of player that team already has at the 3 or 4 spot.
Stats: 22 years old, 6'9, 215 lbs
NBL Comparison: Luol Deng
Draft Projection: 1st round
PG Johnny Flynn, Syracuse - Flynn is a throw back, he is a true point guard who is quick and can pass the rock. Limitations will always plague Flynn however as he is only 6 feet tall and a very slight 170 pounds. His outside shot is good, but not enough to keep pressure on the defense constantly, and he isn't a good defender when it comes to taller and bulkier players. I am not even sure Flynn will be able to start on most teams, but for someone looking for a solid PG, he should be on your mind.
Stats: 22 years old, 6'0, 170 lbs
NBL Comparison: Sebastian Telfair
Draft Projection: 1st round
Two Syracuse Juniors are the next to go pro as dynamic duo Johnny Flynn and Donte Green are leaving the Orange. These guys are both very talented going all the way back to their high school days, but their future in the NBL may not be as crystal clear.
PF Donte Greene, Syracuse - Donte Green is a rare breed, he really has no weaknesses in his game, and for a guy without a true position, that is the way to enter the NBL. Green is a very good shooter, rebounder and decent defender. His passing ability is above average for a bigger player and he can handle the ball for the most part. The knock on Greene is that he is 6'9, but weighs only 215 lbs. He doesn't have the length of Garnett or Durant, but lacks the strength of a Carlos Boozer or Elton Brand. He is a true 3/4 tweener, and a big factor in where he fits will depend on the type of player that team already has at the 3 or 4 spot.Stats: 22 years old, 6'9, 215 lbs
NBL Comparison: Luol Deng
Draft Projection: 1st round
PG Johnny Flynn, Syracuse - Flynn is a throw back, he is a true point guard who is quick and can pass the rock. Limitations will always plague Flynn however as he is only 6 feet tall and a very slight 170 pounds. His outside shot is good, but not enough to keep pressure on the defense constantly, and he isn't a good defender when it comes to taller and bulkier players. I am not even sure Flynn will be able to start on most teams, but for someone looking for a solid PG, he should be on your mind.Stats: 22 years old, 6'0, 170 lbs
NBL Comparison: Sebastian Telfair
Draft Projection: 1st round