Sunday, March 23, 2008

Player Profile: Brandon Jennings - PG

Brandon Jennings
Oak Hill Academy '08
PG - 6'0 - 170 lbs
Plays Like: Kenny Anderson, Rich Man's T.J. Ford
Committed To: Arizona

Perhaps the quickest player in this class, and has ridiculous handles and courtvision. Additionally, he is more of a pure point guard than his counterparts Tyreke Evans and Jrue Holiday, and is a more polished passer and has better vision than those two. He has the ability to make those around him better. Nice jumpshot from midrange or three, and combined with his ability to penetrate the D he can carry the offense on his back. Very dangerous off the dribble, whether he is looking to pass or shoot. Extraordinary athlete, and even at his small stature finishes around the rim with high-flying dunks.

He needs to put on A LOT of weight, and get up to the 190's. He's an above average, not great, decision maker. He is less effective in the half-court, at times looking somewhat confused, and much prefers an uptempo style. This should all improve however, with experience and good coaching.

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