STRENGTHS

Positional size and length
7'6" wingspan
Quick twitch/bouncy and explosive coordinated athlete
Offensive package (Face up, turn around jumpers, running hooks, step backs)
Gets off the floor fast
Runs floor effortlessly
Good footwork
Soft touch around the rim
Keeps the ball high
Doesn't need to load up on his jumps
Vertical lob threat
Potential as a passer
Threat to get easy buckets on offensive glass
Can face up and attack close outs
Potential as a shooter
Grab and go potential
Long Giannis like strides
Unlimited potential on both sides of the ball
Potential as a rim protector

AREAS TO IMPROVE

Slim frame and must get stronger
Must improve right hand
Struggles with physicality; Will shoot all jumpers vs stronger defenders
Tendency to settle for jumpers
Has a tendency to blend in instead of dominate
Still raw and must improve feel and IQ

James Wiseman is arguably the most talented player in the country and one of the early favorites to be the top pick of the 2020 NBA Draft. Wiseman is a generational talent blessed with excellent physical tools at 7'1" and a 7'6" wingspan. He runs the floor effortlessly like a gazelle, can post up, make face up jumpers and has the vertical pop and explosiveness to make plays above the rim.

As of today it looks like his freshman season is in serious jeopardy after 3 games and I believe he's done enough to solidify himself as the #1 pick. He's been able to show his athleticism, shot blocking, rebounding , shooting touch and ability to draw fouls. I've been impressed with his ability to keep the ball high on offensive rebounds and how he does not need to squad or load up his jumps to finish in the paint.

Coming into the season, I wanted to see if Wiseman would be able to answer questions about his motor and how he plays against physical defenders. Hopefully we'll be able to see more of Wiseman whether its in the NCAA, NBL or CBA before the draft.

Rafael Barlowe November 16, 2019

SUMMARY

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