Daijon Leatherman
Daijon Leatherman
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Daijon Leatherman
Daijon
Leatherman
6'10" | C
Legacy School Of Sport Sciences | 2025
State
TX
is a mobile, long center with upside on both ends. He finishes well in transition, shows touch around the rim, and alters shots with his wingspan. Leatherman continues to improve his offensive consistency but offers early value as a rim protector and rebounder. Louisiana-Lafayette is adding a projectable big with tools and athletic traits.
Translatable Skills:
✅ Shot Altering
✅ Length & Mobility
✅ Rim Running
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Daijon Leatherman
Daijon
Leatherman
6'10" | C
Legacy School Of Sport Sciences | 2025
State
TX
, plays with a true willingness to use his size and strength to create an inside presence on both sides of the ball. He proves to be crucial to his team’s ability to generate scoring opportunities as he excels in the pick-and-roll situations, particularly by setting strong screens and effectively diving to the basket. Not only does Leatherman set a solid pick but he also instantly seals off his own defender to create a clear path for his guards to attack to the basket. Leatherman also consistently establishes position and attempts to post up each play on either block. He even has a reliable second jump for offensive rebounds and tip-ins. On the defensive end, Leatherman consistently clogs the lane, using his size and length to force difficult shots at the rim, making him a crucial force in the paint.
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Daijon Leatherman
Daijon
Leatherman
6'10" | C
Legacy School Of Sport Sciences | 2025
State
TX
, a 6’10” forward from Houston Legacy Sports, is a well-rounded player who brings consistency and effort on both ends of the floor. His athleticism and agility for his size are notable, allowing him to be an effective defender and rebounder. Leatherman’s versatility is reflected in his ability to contribute across multiple areas, including shooting, passing, and ball handling. As he continues to refine his skills, particularly in scoring and creating his own shot, Leatherman has the potential to be a key contributor and a versatile force on the court.
Translatable Skills ✅ Versatility ✅ Athleticism ✅ Rebounding
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Daijon Leatherman
Daijon
Leatherman
6'10" | C
Legacy School Of Sport Sciences | 2025
State
TX
is a 6-foot-10 beast in the paint with brutal power and unmatched strength making him a dominant force anytime he’s on the court. Leatherman uses physicality to impose his will on opponents, muscling through contact and overpowering defenders with ease. In the post, Leatherman establishes deep position and hold his ground, making it nearly impossible for opponents to push him off the block. Once he gets the ball, Leatherman is a nightmare to stop, using powerful drop steps bulldozing drives, and sheer strength to finish around the rim. Defensively, he knows how to protect the paint with the same intensity, often deterring opponents from attacking the basket.
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