re: The character factor for the Pelicans draft picks

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What are these other areas? Where did he show them if not at Baylor? I’m genuinely curious- would love to know what you’re referring to here.

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I think aside from the shooting (which I don’t think is as gross as people make it out to be, 36% C&S from 3 and a solid midrange jumper) he’s a pretty, albeit developing, well rounded offensive player.

Off the ball he moves really well, understands angles and spacing, and is a terrific cutter. He finished 67% of his shots at the rim in the half court and is very good in the dunker spot. I think he’s just one of those guys that’s always working off ball and doesn’t just stand and watch. The cutting and finishing is probably my favorite aspect of his offensive game right now, but I also like his quick decision making, he’s one of those guys who doesn’t hold onto the ball and keeps it moving and makes smart passes.

But with the ball is the developing aspect of his game that’s exciting. He played some point forward for Baylor, and played it very well, but because of his general role and coming off the bench for Baylor didn’t get to display it as much as he could have. I kind of liken it to Scottie Barnes and his Freshman season at Florida St, though I don’t think he’s THAT skilled yet, though fairly we didn’t think Scottie was either. He’s going to surprise people with how skilled he is in the more open floored NBA. At 6’9” 230 (still growing) he moves really well for his size, he’s fluid and has a good handle and even without the shot is a potential mismatch nightmare. A big won’t be able to stay in front and if you put someone smaller he showed the ability to get that guy in the post and finish. Plus the off ball passing translates to on ball as well.