Guys, you are sooooo wrong about Hezonja. He said that he will go to the NBA if he's top 10 pick. So in Barcelona they tried to do whatever it takes to make him stay. Don't give him minutes so his stats would dip... But he's an all-star in 3 years. Attitude problem? He's cocky. But so were Bird and Pierce. And i want that kind of player in green
i understand your points, but what i read about hezonja is not just cockiness. as you write, that can be good. what i also read was that he has an attitude that may, or may not, play out as well as a team player.
From DraftExpress.com
http://www.draftexpress.com/#ixzz3am8wXVMVStrengths:
-Terrific size, frame and athleticism for a wing prospect
-Can make shots from anywhere on the court, with feet set, off the dribble, and with a hand in his face
-Creates separation from defender very well and has excellent shooting mechanics
-Very good in transition
-Can beat man off the dribble in half-court with excellent first step, and then finish over the top of the defense
-Shows intriguing court vision, especially off the pick and roll. Threads needle to diving cutters with bounce passes for layups
Weaknesses:
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Looked disconnected mentally from his teammates, and from the game in general. Constantly talking to opponents. Seems to lack focus on the court-
Struggles operating within a team concept. Only really looks comfortable in isolation or pick and roll settings
-Goes too many possessions where he dribbles the ball incessantly and then settles for a contested pull-up jumper
-Needs to improve ball-handling skills in half-court. Doesn't change speeds or directions. If can't simply blow by his man, immediately pulls up off the dribble
-Struggles defensively off the ball. Shows poor awareness
Outlook: One of the top prospects in the world in his age group based on sheer talent. Has already seen minutes in the ACB and Euroleague with Barcelona's senior team. Struggled badly with his shot-selection and all-around decision making throughout the NIJT. Shot 5/39 from beyond the arc in the seven games he played, and only got to free throw line 18 times. Averaged over 5 turnovers per-40. Showed poor body language as well. Team seemed to be much better off when he was on the bench.
No one doubts his talent, but more and more doubts are creeping in as to whether his poor mentality will prevent him from reaching his tremendous potential.
i have NO idea whether this is true or not. i am bringing it up to provide a more complete picture of how hezonja is being viewed.