In Reply to: I have mixed feelings about Khamenia. posted by mh on August 18, 2024 at 17:54:57
Perhaps you're correct that he may not be a game changer, but that's just right now. I only know his game through the few highlight videos I've seen so one never really knows for sure, but he appears to be physically under developed even by high school standards and that could be a good sign moving forward. Even with that he appears to be quite skilled and versatile. He is a threat from the three point line, has a good jumper either spotting up or off the bounce, has a good inside game with either hand, and can also put the ball on the floor with either hand and either finish at the rim or pull up with an effective mid range game. He appears to have basketball smarts and has been well coached in finding the open areas and presenting himself for the ball (and well coached in general).
Once he gets stronger and his game develops even further, one never knows how a player like that will evolve - not only with his individual skills, but also his impact on the game. One also never knows how a player's game will translate to the next level, but he looks to be a legit 6'8" (or so and may grow) and also appears to have decent hops and quickness for his size (not uber, but decent). In a couple of years he could develop into a game changer type player. Even without that kind of ascendancy he looks to be a player that will eventually be a significant contributor and a valued member for any school that he chooses to go to. I think Cronin would be pleased to get him.