Just a quick scan of the top three NBA projected draft sites shows him as #30, #31, and #32. There are 30 picks in the first round. He is right on the cusp so he would be taking a chance of falling to the second round. If he does, there is no guaranteed contract. It will all depend on the feedback he gets from the draft advisory board and from his workouts. I think he would definitely benefit from coming back and improving so he can ensure a first round slot. Plus, he kind of showed in the tournament at times he's a little weak and timid, especially finishing around the rim, so he needs to get stronger and more selectively aggressive.
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To me, he looks to be a slightly more athletic, taller version of Grant Nelson. He seems to have a quicker twitch to his game - both in the inside movement and outside shooting stroke. That's helpful.
No doubt about the benefit to coming back - provided he stays healthy. When I think about him, I think about Josh Primo a few years back. Primo was anywhere from a mid-first to second round projection and was only considered a top 10 wing, but one team fell in love with him and as a result he went in the 1st round. I'd think there's one NBA team out there that probably would do the same for Philon.
If that's the case I could definitely see him returning. Things could change after combine and what not but he could potentially be a top 10 pick if he'll take one more year to really develop.
I'll agree about the timid and weak, also he was very indecisive/ hesitant at times throughout the year on when and where to takes his shots.
Sherrell…6-10 230# when he committed and is now 7’ 250#. He’s still growing! Me likey. If he can work on his hops a little and learn to use that big body and play with a little more control, look out. How many guys that size come out of the HS ranks knowing how to use what the Good Lord gave em? I dare say very few.
The Williamson guy, I like his catch and shoot on those 3’s in the video. No hesitation. He moves well, would like another 20 lbs or more on him though.
I just don’t see Philon being a pro just yet. His shot isn’t consistent but getting better. His handles are a little loose at times and his defense disappears for stretches (then again defense doesn’t matter in the NBA). Maybe I’m looking through Crimson colored glasses but he needs another year of maturity. I could see him going from a late first/early second round guy, to top 15 easily by adding some bulk and being a little less loose.
The Williamson guy, I like his catch and shoot on those 3’s in the video. No hesitation. He moves well, would like another 20 lbs or more on him though.
I just don’t see Philon being a pro just yet. His shot isn’t consistent but getting better. His handles are a little loose at times and his defense disappears for stretches (then again defense doesn’t matter in the NBA). Maybe I’m looking through Crimson colored glasses but he needs another year of maturity. I could see him going from a late first/early second round guy, to top 15 easily by adding some bulk and being a little less loose.
Here's an April Fool's Day one.
Mark Sears granted extra year of eligibility, will commit to Auburn's Bruce Pearl: 'I want a chance to win it all'
Mark Sears granted extra year of eligibility, will commit to Auburn's Bruce Pearl: 'I want a chance to win it all'
There’s been rumors off and on all year long that he may end up in Georgia. Reid.
Great idea. Maybe just a short term title changeYou deserve a new avatar for even bringing that mess on here
He's 250 lbs now so really don't think he needs to add any more weight. Strength and quickness, yes.
You deserve a new avatar for even bringing that mess on here
Ouch! I guess I won't be winning the first Hard Hat Award.Great idea. Maybe just a short term title change
In the past it did but this is the new norm (for now). When you start looking at it from a professional standpoint, it all boils down to money.
This morning it occurred to me that the transfer portal is like a combination of musical chairs and chicken.
I look at it this way, if we’re going to allow roller, derby, and rugby on the court, we might as well allow soap opera drama in the off-season
Oh, and get the hell off my lawn
Oh, and get the hell off my lawn
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