Magic Memorial: Most Impressive post players
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In an era dominated by perimeter play, we must showcase the players who still can operate in the post on both ends. One of the most beautiful aspects of the game frequently occurs on the block. Let’s look at the…
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Continue ReadingIn an era dominated by perimeter play, we must showcase the players who still can operate in the post on both ends. One of the most beautiful aspects of the game frequently occurs on the block. Let’s look at the players who showed their skillset in sunny California.
Standing six-feet-seven-inches, weighing 207 can give you the advantage, but you have to know how to use it. Bonam showcased how physical he can be with the ball, and down low defensively. Sprinting to the corner tipping the opponent game-tying three point attempt. Nothing fancy to his game just get straight to work. Taking advantage of bigs with his quick first-step.
Clayton Mpiana
Clayton Mpiana
If he is in the paint you better come hard or don’t come at all. Major rim protector that takes pride in being an anchor in the paint. Tenacious download on both ends of the court. Any sign of weakness will be taken advantage of by him. Explosive around the rim wanting to dunk on his defender’s head at any chance he gets.
First lets talk about conditioning, Rose City 16u only had five players, and Tobias Akpan was playing the center position executing on the little details. Being pressed the entire game, Tobias awareness to flash towards the ball and turnaround help deliver large victory. Passed the ball up the floor giving his team easy scoring opportunities. Great at scoring downhill attacking the basket strong. Plays through the contact just have to work on finishing through it, which won’t be a problem with the soft touch he have.
Highlights
Fragner in an high-tempo matchup against Compton displayed why Creighton and Nebraska have already offered the forward. Mobile forward that helps stretch the floor creating space for easy angles to the rim. Strong finisher at the rim that wants all the smoke in the paint. Have nice muscle build on him that allows to endure the physical play. Can play inside and out with great timing cutting toward the rim.
Throughout this tournament, he displayed his scoring ability from the post. Spinning off the contact for easy soft touch or turning around to face-up; Diouf was in his bag as the kids say. Any weaker opponent download will get overpowered; sometimes due to his length. The wingspan makes it hard for defenders to poke at the ball. Would love to see him add more muscle on his body.
You can see why @MakhanDiouf is valuable. #MMD2023
-stretch the floor
-hit outside jumpers
– can guard on the perimeter
– underrated passer pic.twitter.com/qxNtB9xoRV— Let Me Tell You Sumn (@Laytho_TooLive) May 27, 2023
David Metu
David Metu
The blue collar forward whose game will take you back with the power he plays with. Gives multiple effort on rebounds. He impacted the game by staying active around the rim. Goes up strong through double-teams. Likes to cut down the middle of the paint exploding to the rim for a strong finish