Josh McRoberts (Duke)

JOSH McROBERTS

NBA Comparison: Chris Webber (less athletic)

Strengths: A true inside outside threat ... Is equally adept with his back to the basket or when facing up to the hoop ... Lefty has a solid mid range game with a reliable jumper that extends as far out as the three point line … A dunking machine. Will throw down any and every chance he gets … Unlike most players Josh’s size, he can put the ball on the floor and shows tremendous court vision and a nice passing touch … Runs the floor well for a big man and always seems to be in the right place at the right time for monstrous putbacks … Always gives full effort and never takes plays off… Excellent rebounder due in large part to his aggressiveness … Very tough, a warriors mentality on the court … High basketball IQ guy who will make an immediate impact in Durham …

Weaknesses: Has good footwork but isn’t quick enough to play anywhere but the post at the next level … His foot speed and athleticism wont stand out on the next level ... Though he has incredible instincts and feel for the game having played as a guard early in his high school career, some of those attributes are lost because he lacks the quickness and foot speed to get by players off the dribble on the next level ... Though he does have his moments blocking shots and making stops, he isn’t known as a defensive presence … Also must become more disciplined defensively as he can be foul prone ...

I don't trust big white guys from Duke, they always seem to not live up to expectations, but I could still see McRoberts being a help. However, I wouldn't go after him unless it's a late lottery pick/early playoff team pick. He'll just have to be the best one available.