College Basketball’s most intriguing player at each position:
TyTy Washington Point Guard Kentucky
Expectations are high for Washington’s ability to be an impact guard for Kentucky. His scoring ability will be on display whether with his size to get to the rim or being able to make pull-up jumpers. The overall feel of Washington will make him be the focal point for the success of the Kentucky offense. Next, his ability to be a distributor will be good and should further develop as the season goes on. The defensive end for Washington will be really good being able to cause havoc for opposing guards with his size and physicality at the position. TyTy Washington is going to be a terrific player and will have a major part of Kentucky’s success this season.
Adam Flagler Shooting Guard Baylor
Flagler had a great season for Baylor coming off the bench adding the best perimeter in college basketball toward their National Championship. He will be one of college basketball’s most intriguing players with his expanded offensive role. Furthermore, Flagler is very good in transition spotting up as a shooter in the perimeter shooting 43.4% from three. Next, his movement without the basketball is really good utilizing PinDowns effectively and cutting off the ball as well. Continued, Flagler’s role will increase which will feature him more with the basketball. Therefore, his potential being able to get to the basket and create separation for his shot will be tested. Additionally, his ability to be a knockdown shooter should open up driving lanes for Flagler to attack the lane. Flagler has the potential to be one of the best offensive guards in the country. As for defensively, he will need to further develop to the Baylor defense standard up with improved ball pressure. As well as, being a threat in help while bringing intensity getting back out on his individual matchup. Adam Flagler should have a breakout season for Baylor next season especially offensively.
Tramon Mark Small Forward Houston
Houston is as consistent as any program in the country and always has breakout players this will be Tramon Mark’s time. Mark had a good freshman season and will be accounted to take a larger role with the departure of Quinten Grimes. First off, Mark needs to improve his ability to make shots off the dribble. Additionally, his three-point shooting needs to take the next step forward only shooting 26.0% from three. Furthermore, he has good size to elevate into his size brings the ability to be a factor around the basket. Next, he is a factor on the offensive glass being able to contribute to second-chance opportunities. The growth in his game would really elevate with an improved jumper and being able to create separation. Mark fits the identity of Houston with having the size and physicality in his game. As for defensively, he has really good size and activity doing a great job of defending the basketball. The positioning off the basketball could take the next step to be very good defensively. Tramon Mack should have a breakout season in his sophomore season at Houston.
Paolo Banchero Power Forward Duke
Banchero will be a major addition to Duke in the frontcourt adding scoring and athleticism on both ends. Additionally, he will be a perfect combination with Mark Williams playing in the mid-post area with the ability to make jumpers and drive to the rim. Next, he will be a good passer for a big and will be a consistent threat on the glass for extra possessions. Continued, the ability to develop his range at a high level could make him one of the most versatility scorers in the country next season. Paola Banchero is one of the most intriguing players in college basketball because of his versatility and skill set.
Chet Holmgren Center Gonzaga
Holmgren is going to be one of the best players in college basketball with his unique skill set. As well as, creating the best frontcourt in college basketball in combination with Drew Timme. Additionally, his impact defensively will be massive with his rim protection ability and the length he has matched with athleticism. Next, he will be able to add versatility offensively with his ability to handle the basketball like a guard and score the basketball. Continued, he will turn into a problem for defenses with his overall skill and size. Furthermore, the offense will be centered around Timme and allow Holmgren to be the second option which is extremely dangerous for opposing teams to handle. Holmgren college basketball’s most intriguing player at each position. Chet Holmgren will be one of the best watches in college basketball and will be in pursuit of helping Gonzaga win a National Championship.
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