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Originally Posted by Cannon Shell
I think he is a one dimensional guy who is a fine college player but wont be much of a factor at the next level. Intangibles and all those other things people talk about rarely translate in the NBA.
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I don't really know or care how successful of a pro he'll be, but if you're suggesting that he's a mocha J.J. Redick, you're wrong.
Unlike one-dimensional shooters, Steph has great handle and quickness, so he can create for himself off the dribble. He also makes up for his lack of height by having one of the quickest releases I've ever seen. He's a terrific passer and considering how often he sees double- and triple-teams, he's ridiculously efficient and doesn't turn the ball over a lot. The guy from the past few years that I'd compare him to is Rodney Stuckey, another tweener from an inferior conference. Steph's numbers are easily better than Stuckey's were at EWU across the board, and Stuckey's turned into a solid pro. Not to mention the kid is stupid clutch and has a short memory when it comes to missed shots.
I'm not going to say for sure that he'll be an NBA star, but his ability to get his shot off will give him the chance to prove himself.