2010 NBA Draft Scouting Report: Damion James

Written by Paul Banks of NBC Chicago and the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
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2010 NBA Draft Scouting Report: Damion James


Position: Small Forward

Size: 6-7, 222

School: Texas, Senior


Strengths:

Uses his great strength to be physical on the glass, especially on the offensive end

Nice mid-range jumper

Strong finisher due to his impressive athleticism

Decent back-to-the-basket game

Runs the floor well

Plays hard and isn't afraid to mix it up down low

Stays active when the ball isn't in his hands



Weaknesses:

Shot 33 percent from three after hitting 41 percent from downtown his sophomore year

Not a great ball-handler

Improved free-throw shooter, but that area still needs to improve

May be better suited as a power forward, but will play the three due to his height

Must become a more consistent defender especially on the perimeter

Is better off being a complementary player as he has failed to emerge into a go-to guy

Summary: Once projected as a possible lottery pick, this will be a very telling season for James. If he can make the steps that he failed to take from his sophomore to junior season, he should be a mid-late first round pick. If his progress is further haulted, don't be surprised to see him slip into the second round.

Player Comparison: Wilson Chandler. Chandler is a solid athlete who relies on his ability to finish inside and mid-range game to score. James is in a similar mold but plays with a little more physicality.



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Written by Paul Banks of NBC Chicago and the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
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