I don't know, Beal is a super athlete as well. Big time baller. HATE that he's going to play for the Gaytors.
On the radar: 2012 Draft Class
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I don't know, Beal is a super athlete as well. Big time baller. HATE that he's going to play for the Gaytors.
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Clearly the most impressive prospect seen at this event, small forward Michael Gilchrist (#4 Scout, #3 Rivals, #3 ESPN) looked like the type of player who could step onto a college campus and contribute immediately, despite being only 17 year old.
With a noticeably improved frame, possibly an added inch of height, and the same terrific competitiveness we've written about repeatedly over the past two years, Gilchrist made an unbelievable impact on the game he played and pretty much single-handedly took down a very good Bishop Gorman squad.
Gilchrist's defense remains his defining trait, and looks to be approaching a level where he could get minutes against pretty much any type of opponent. The added strength he's put on has allowed him to play with even more aggressiveness, and when combined with his terrific wingspan and basketball IQ, makes him an absolute terror both on and off the ball. He starts playing defense as soon as the opposing squad inbounds the ball, getting up in his matchup's chest, attempting to deny him the entry pass, while also maintaining the presence of mind to be ready to help out his teammates if needed. He's phenomenal on the ball, active and intense, yet fundamentally sound, smothering with his length, and extremely physical. He's just as good off the ball, though, with his anticipation skills in the passing lanes, and ability to rotate as a help-side defender. Showing big, strong hands, and the willingness to make his presence felt on the glass, Gilchrist is an excellent rebounder who will go well out of his area for extra possessions.
Constantly talking, directing, leading by example--whether on the court or standing up cheering from the bench—Gilchrist looks like exactly the type of player you'd want to have on your team.
Offensively, Gilchrist was extremely aggressive, making a couple of shots both with his feet set and off the dribble from the perimeter, and doing a good job posting up his man. His advanced ball-handling skills remain improvable and his shooting mechanics are still not ideal, but his ability to bring the ball up the court, beat his man off the dribble and find the open man with pinpoint accuracy allows him to play multiple positions on the floor. He's always looking to set up his teammates, but has no problem asserting himself and taking a big shot himself if the situation calls for it. One of the most mature players we've ever seen at this level, Gilchrist is a player that NBA teams will likely fall in love with as soon as he lands in college. Physical attributes, defensive ability, scoring instincts, intangibles—he's a rare player who brings a complete package of skills to the table despite being only 17-years old. Whether he develops the offensive polish needed to emerge as a go-to option at the highest level remains to be seen, but no coach will ever complain about the effort he brings.
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FIBA U-17 World Championships: Top American Prospects
August 16, 2010
Michael Gilchrist came off the bench and didn't look to force his offensive opportunities except when called upon. Nonetheless, he played an important role on this USA basketball squad.
Gilchrist did his best Scottie Pippen impression, defending the power forward position on one end and running the point on the other. He utilized his excellent size, length and athleticism to make his presence felt in Team USA's full-court press in particular and was a real sparkplug for his squad. He crashed the offensive glass, got in passing lanes, passed the ball unselfishly, and finished extremely well around the rim, firing up himself and his teammates, but always staying steady and under control.
Gilchrist's offense is still a work in progress, particularly his outside shot, which can be very streaky, but you can't teach the basketball IQ and competitiveness he brings to the table. His intangibles are especially impressive when you consider the fact that he's just 16 years old. His instincts and commitment to defense are exceptionally rare traits for a player this young and give him a great platform to build upon as he continues to develop his offensive game.
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Initial High School Player Scouting Reports, Part One
August 14, 2009
It would have been nice to see a lot more of Michael Gilchrist, considered by many to be arguably the best long-term prospect in high school basketball.
Clearly the most impressive prospect seen at this event, small forward Michael Gilchrist (#4 Scout, #3 Rivals, #3 ESPN) looked like the type of player who could step onto a college campus and contribute immediately, despite being only 17 year old.
With a noticeably improved frame, possibly an added inch of height, and the same terrific competitiveness we've written about repeatedly over the past two years, Gilchrist made an unbelievable impact on the game he played and pretty much single-handedly took down a very good Bishop Gorman squad.
Gilchrist's defense remains his defining trait, and looks to be approaching a level where he could get minutes against pretty much any type of opponent. The added strength he's put on has allowed him to play with even more aggressiveness, and when combined with his terrific wingspan and basketball IQ, makes him an absolute terror both on and off the ball. He starts playing defense as soon as the opposing squad inbounds the ball, getting up in his matchup's chest, attempting to deny him the entry pass, while also maintaining the presence of mind to be ready to help out his teammates if needed. He's phenomenal on the ball, active and intense, yet fundamentally sound, smothering with his length, and extremely physical. He's just as good off the ball, though, with his anticipation skills in the passing lanes, and ability to rotate as a help-side defender. Showing big, strong hands, and the willingness to make his presence felt on the glass, Gilchrist is an excellent rebounder who will go well out of his area for extra possessions.
Constantly talking, directing, leading by example--whether on the court or standing up cheering from the bench—Gilchrist looks like exactly the type of player you'd want to have on your team.
Offensively, Gilchrist was extremely aggressive, making a couple of shots both with his feet set and off the dribble from the perimeter, and doing a good job posting up his man. His advanced ball-handling skills remain improvable and his shooting mechanics are still not ideal, but his ability to bring the ball up the court, beat his man off the dribble and find the open man with pinpoint accuracy allows him to play multiple positions on the floor. He's always looking to set up his teammates, but has no problem asserting himself and taking a big shot himself if the situation calls for it. One of the most mature players we've ever seen at this level, Gilchrist is a player that NBA teams will likely fall in love with as soon as he lands in college. Physical attributes, defensive ability, scoring instincts, intangibles—he's a rare player who brings a complete package of skills to the table despite being only 17-years old. Whether he develops the offensive polish needed to emerge as a go-to option at the highest level remains to be seen, but no coach will ever complain about the effort he brings.
[Read Full Article]
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FIBA U-17 World Championships: Top American Prospects
August 16, 2010
Michael Gilchrist came off the bench and didn't look to force his offensive opportunities except when called upon. Nonetheless, he played an important role on this USA basketball squad.
Gilchrist did his best Scottie Pippen impression, defending the power forward position on one end and running the point on the other. He utilized his excellent size, length and athleticism to make his presence felt in Team USA's full-court press in particular and was a real sparkplug for his squad. He crashed the offensive glass, got in passing lanes, passed the ball unselfishly, and finished extremely well around the rim, firing up himself and his teammates, but always staying steady and under control.
Gilchrist's offense is still a work in progress, particularly his outside shot, which can be very streaky, but you can't teach the basketball IQ and competitiveness he brings to the table. His intangibles are especially impressive when you consider the fact that he's just 16 years old. His instincts and commitment to defense are exceptionally rare traits for a player this young and give him a great platform to build upon as he continues to develop his offensive game.
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Initial High School Player Scouting Reports, Part One
August 14, 2009
It would have been nice to see a lot more of Michael Gilchrist, considered by many to be arguably the best long-term prospect in high school basketball.
spycam1
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One of those factors being our ability to trade up in the draft. But I'm sure Jefferson/Millsap gives us a legit shot at moving up a few spots, if need be, in order to get one of the elite SFs.
Just for fun, I thought I would post all the players in this thread and what school they're going to ... in case anyone wants to watch a few games.
Anthony Davis - Kentucky
Marquis Teague - Kentucky
Terrence Jones - Kentucky
Michael Gilchrist - Kentucky
Andre Drummond - UCon
Jeremy Lamb - UCon
Austin Rivers - dUKe
Harrison Barnes - North Carolina
Kendall Marshall - North Carolina
James McAdoo - North Carolina
Quincy Miller - Baylor
Perry Jones - Baylor
Myck Kabongo - Texas
Tony Wroten - Washington
Jared Sullinger - Ohio State
Brad Beal - Florida
Anthony Davis - Kentucky
Marquis Teague - Kentucky
Terrence Jones - Kentucky
Michael Gilchrist - Kentucky
Andre Drummond - UCon
Jeremy Lamb - UCon
Austin Rivers - dUKe
Harrison Barnes - North Carolina
Kendall Marshall - North Carolina
James McAdoo - North Carolina
Quincy Miller - Baylor
Perry Jones - Baylor
Myck Kabongo - Texas
Tony Wroten - Washington
Jared Sullinger - Ohio State
Brad Beal - Florida
Barnes got momentum leading up to last year's draft that was perceived as a bit weak. That's still carrying over, but it will change when it starts sinking in how good this draft class is. To be honest, I don't necessarily see Barnes as a better prospect than Terrence Jones, or Gordon Hayward for that matter, but that's just me. I still see Barnes as a Luol Deng type, which isn't bad if he's playing off other good players.
spycam1
Well-Known Member
I'd be surprised if Barnes turns out to be just another Deng. I really like him, I just don't think he's the next Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant like lots of people. I'd peg him as more of Danny Granger with better athleticism, basketball IQ, and commitment to defense.
Park Bites
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Gilchrist basketball iq is the big difference to Leonard. I would also say intangibles. Making the players around him better.
I wouldn't. There are several guys in this draft that will be a lot better than Holiday. The Jazz can always trade one of their established players (Millsap, Jefferson or Harris) for a player like Holiday.
I am going to be pissed if the League changes the 1 year to 2 year requirement before entering the NBA. I would be happy if the Jazz got Gilchrist, Barnes, Beal, Woten, Teague etc. This lottery is loaded. I know people are comparing Gilchrist to Pippen but when I watched him he moved more like Jordan. I am not saying he is going to be like Jordan but his athleticism reminded me of Jordan. I was really impressed with Woten as a PG during USA tournament. My concern with Woten is I've heard that he needs to mature a little and there might have been some attitude issues. However, the kid can pass the ball.
These are valid concerns for Wroten. He's been twitter happy, lazy, and selfish ... none of which would keep me from taking a chance on the kid. Some of these kids have just lacked good parenting/mentoring and get things straight once they do ... and Tony has never shown he's a 'bad' kid.
Leonard has never been seen as a top-shelf elite prospect (except by MWC fans). <---- I know some will take major exception to that.
Gilchrist was named the best high school player in the nation (at any grade/age) as a freshman (fwiw, Wall was a senior at that same time). Since then, he has maintained that level of play, night in ad night out, for the next four years. Why is he not the #1 pick in the mocks? Most believe he has been so well known/followed, for so long, that other players have simply been the new thing (have to shake up the rankings for hits, ya' know?).
Do I believe Gilchrist is the best NBA prospect in the nation? Probably not, when factoring position, ticket sales (the sexy player), etc. However, as a baller, there's no one in college basketball that is 'clearly' better.
Back to Leonard. Gilchrist is more athletic, WAY better understanding of the game, goes 110% every second, team leader, character to perfection, phenomenal instincts on rebounding, finding the open man, hitting the big shot, and he will be a defensive all-star. In short, yes, he's just WAY better.
Park Bites
Well-Known Member
What happened to Adonis Thomas?
Another good call. I don't know whether I'd take Adonis in the lottery this next year (just after, 15 - 18). Lots of upside, but nothing of a sure-bet like some others are more likely to be. Will be interesting watch him this year as well (Memphis).
larryselbows
Banned
Holy crap Jordan Wynn was just terrible.
The Thriller
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't there more of a sense that Gilchrist is a 3? while Leonard was a 4 trying to play 3 (and developing into one?)?
Right now folks don't know whether they're going to get The Matrix or Hakim Warick with Leonard. While it's more likely that Gilchrist is already more of a true wing, right?