ZHAIRE SMITH
BIRTHDATE: 6/4/99
POSITION: SHOOTING GUARD
HEIGHT: 6'5"
WEIGHT: 195 lbs
SCHOOL/ TEAM: Texas Tech
CLASS: Freshman
STRENGTHS
Athleticism - Explosive athlete with reported 45 inch vertical. Uses athleticism on both ends of the floor; Quick first step and second jump
Motor/ Energy - Active high energy player; Loves flying in for tip dunks and creates second chance opportunities for team; Nose for basketball
Feel for the game - Solid passer and ball mover. Unselfish player and decisive when he has the ball. Intuitive off the ball cutter. Finds holes in D
Rebounding - Good wing rebounder. Always a threat on offensive glass. Averaged 5 rebounds per game as a freshman
Length - Possesses a plus wingspan reported anywhere from 6'9"- 6'11"
Defense - Has the physical tools along with motor to be a great defender in NBA. Moves his feet well and potential to defend up to 4 positions
Frame - Solid frame that will be able to add more muscle. Broad shoulders and strong legs. Already strong enough to finish through contact
Scoring ability - Projects to be a very good complimentary player than cuts, runs the floor, attacks close outs and knocks down open jumpers
Efficiency - Shot over 50% from floor and 40% from 3. Understands his game and takes smart shots
WEAKNESSES
Creativity - Not much of a creative scorer who can create for himself of others off the dribble
Shooting - Although he shot an efficient 45% from 3, he only attempted 40 threes. Has slow release that looks like a two handed shot
Free throw percentage - 71% free throw percentage isn't terrible but could be a better indicator of where he's at as a shooter
Ball handling - Must improve as a ball handler; Currently just a straight line driver
BARLOWE - , 2017