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Evan Turner

Ht/Wt: 6-6 / 200 lbs
Position: SG
Team: Ohio State
Class: Junior

2010 Draft Profile - Evan Turner

A Brandon Roy clone with a bit of Scottie Pippen DNA. Turner is one of the most efficient and productive players in the nation. His long arms and instincts allows him to rebound at a very high rate. Many evaluators project Turner to play the swingman spot in the league, but I really believe he can man the point guard spot fulltime. Although he is still learning the position, he is a matchup nightmare for opposing defenses with smaller guards. He tends to lure his man off balance with his herky jerk handle, and dribble one way and crossover the opposite way ability. He simply dominates games with a high basketball IQ, as far as knowing when to shoot, pass, and lead his team on his back. Makes passes that smaller guards have a hard time making. Very smooth to the point that he makes it look effortless.

However Turner does have some weaknesses that I can sort out. His shot mechanics does look a little funky, but goes in a decent amount. Mid range game has come along over the course of the season but really hasn't developed much of a three point shot, and doesn't look to shoot many. Needs to tone down turnovers, but with more seasoning playing point guard, he should solve that problem. Can probably stand to bulk up more and add to his slender frame.

Outlook: Turner is NBA ready and can fill a need for a struggling franchise now. Has top five pick caliber potential. As versatile of a college player as they come, and is the best player in the draft, not named John Wall. A NBA all star in the making.
Player profile submitted by: kostasntinos Nikolaou Papadopoulos