| DeJuan Blair Draft Bio |
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| Position: PF |
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| HT/WT: 6-6/275 |
| College/Country: Pittsburgh |
| Eligibility: SO |
| Home: Pittsburgh, PA |
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| Draft Projection: Lottery-Mid 1st Round |
CHU Draft Analysis: Bulky post who is 2-3 inches short of ideal power forward. Compensates for height with very wide upper body, long arms and a powerful first leap. Will always struggle against lengthier, quicker players, but causes his own mismatches with great strength and obstacle of a frame inside.
Establishes position on both ends at will. Has soft touch as a scorer, utilizing a power spin move and short hook. Gets shot off against shotblockers by shielding ball with body, falling away and using the rim and/or sideline.
Needs to streamline a bit for the NBA's up tempo, but can run the floor and be effective in transition. Quick first step and strong initial leap. Pushing range out to mid-range is a must.
2009 NBA Draft Combine Measurements
Without shoes: 6-5.25
With shoes: 6-6.5
Weight: 277
Wingspan: 7-2
Standing Reach: 8-10.5 |
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