CHUMA OKEKE
BIRTHDATE: 8/18/98
POSITION: Power Forward
HEIGHT: 6'8"
WEIGHT: 235 lbs
SCHOOL/ TEAM: Auburn
CLASS: Sophomore
STRENGTHS
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Versatile inside/outside combo forward
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Good shooter from 3 (39% in over 70 games)
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Effective in the post, especially vs smaller defenders
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Can beat slower bigs off the dribble and attack closeouts
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Soft touch around the rim off both shoulders
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Good feel for the game/basketball IQ
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Strong court vision and passing instincts
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Good at finding shooters out of the post
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Could specialize in NBA as a pick & pop 4, ball mover
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Effective off the ball cutter
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Defensive versatility with shot blocking, switching and steals
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Good athlete with long wingspan
WEAKNESSES
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Good but not great, explosive athlete
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Does not get to free throw line enough
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Will need to improve free throw shooting
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Creating his own shoot on the wing
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Must get stronger
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Turnovers and assists are nearly identical
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Tweener