Green Potential Rookies - Draft Evaluation

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Green Potential Rookies - Draft Evaluation

Since xist2inspire has already provided an analysis of the blue potential players in the upcoming draft, here is my assessment of the green potential draft picks.

Harlan Halvorson doesn’t seem particularly special. He appears to be a below-average green big man. Standing at 7 feet tall, he’s expected to excel in inside scoring with an A potential. However, in a draft where multiple bigs possess strong handling abilities, he falls short with F grades in handles. He defends at only a C level, struggles in defensive rebounding, but shows some promise in offensive rebounding and blocking. Overall, his attributes are rather weak.

Henry Widener is an improved version of Harlan Halvorson. While Widener also lacks standout qualities, he excels in rebounding and has notably better handling skills. Halvorson might be marginally better as a defender and could potentially make more steals. However, Halvorson's tendency to turn the ball over excessively might pose a significant problem.

I prefer Jeffrey Krause as a defensive player. While he doesn’t excel in stealing the ball and his shot-blocking skills are average for a big man, he showcases excellent defense and defensive rebounding with A grades. His offensive rebounding is weak, but he can shoot free throws at a decent percentage. He isn’t fast, but for a 7-footer, his speed isn’t lacking. Importantly, he demonstrates reasonable passing abilities for a big man. Due to his defensive prowess and passing skills, I rate him higher than Widener and Halvorson. Additionally, his offense is not negligible.

William Lindsey is definitely inferior to Jeffrey Krause but comparable to Henry Widener. Lindsey seems well-rounded with C grades across all aspects expected of a big man. However, he doesn’t excel significantly in any particular area. I’d choose Widener over Lindsey for that reason.

Glen McAlister and Jeffrey Krause are comparable, but they are almost opposite in their specialties. Krause excels in defense and rebounds, while McAlister stands out in scoring, free throws, shot-blocking, and steals. Both pass reasonably well, with Krause marginally better at handling. McAlister is a bit quicker and smaller. If you’re seeking a better chance at a player going blue, my bet is on McAlister. If you want a solid green defender, I’d recommend Krause.

John Kimball and Jeffrey Krause share striking similarities. Krause outperforms in defensive rebounding, whereas Kimball shines in shot-blocking. The significant difference lies in Kimball’s ability to guard on the perimeter. Though too slow for the small forward position, Kimball’s versatility can be enhanced by investing in his quickness, allowing him to guard various positions. He exhibits moderate passing and handling skills along with post and perimeter defensive abilities. This guy seems to have versatility written all over him. Greeple interested?

Edwin Kraus is all about handling and passing. He’s effective at the essentials needed from a big man. He excels in passing and handling, much like Kimball, but lacks perimeter defensive abilities.

Lanny Garcia is intriguing; His upside is evident, showcasing impressive athleticism. He stands out with no F potential and only 2 D potentials. However, these D potentials lie in passing (important) and blocking (crucial for a big man). Almost all his grades are Cs and Bs, focusing on crucial aspects like Post Defense and Perimeter Defense. I’m unsure about the usefulness of Bs in 3-point shooting and steals. I'm inclined to like him, but I’m uncertain about his position in this draft. Greeple interested?

Ivan Phillips is the only non-big in the green potential category, making his evaluation slightly complex. He stands at 6'6" with impressive quickness. His jumping ability is good but not exceptional. The downside is the absence of any A potentials. Moreover, he lacks passing skills, a significant red flag. His inside scoring isn’t strong either. His raw athleticism makes him a potential project player, but at 22 (almost 23 by draft night), his age might limit his development. The more I evaluate, the more he seems like a decent defender and not much else. I don’t believe he’s worth being turned into a project. Although I typically favor 87 quickness, I don’t think he's the guy. He could potentially serve as a defender. As a late pick team around the 12th or 13th position a chance to develop a player with potential. If you’re willing to take a risk outside of Edwin Kraus and Lanny Garcia, I’d suggest Ivan Phillips; it’s a high-risk, high-reward choice.

Here’s the draft list. I’d rather not need it since I’d be giving away my secrets for 4 points, lol. I expect a chance at a blue potential player.

If you’re seeking an immediate impact player, this list is irrelevant. I evaluated for long-term talent.

1. Edwin Kraus
2. Lanny Garcia
3. Glen McAlister
4. John Kimball
5. Jeffrey Krause
6. Ivan Phillips
7. Henry Widener
8. Harlan Halvorson
9. William Lindsey

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