The thread about Fede’s brother got me really thinking. Let’s say we take his brother then next year we have 4 legit 7 footers. But we have only really seen Fede and Gdiaz. And they will be very good and have done some good things. But from a development point for them to take the next step they each have to develop at least one offensive skill that fits with our offense. That could be a three point shot off a pick and pop from the top when they set the screen. It could be a floater AKA Steven Adam’s does very well in the nba when he picks and slips to the basket for a dump pass and he turns and floats the shot up in the lane. They could develop a 15 ft shot fro the elbow or either side. We dont use the post but having a basic drop step or mini hook would be beneficial. And of course they need to get stronger and put on a lot of weight. I am not hating on them just saying the next steps in the progression to be a real threat.
Now the questions is how long does that development take. I think it varies by player based on their coordination, experience, their muscle memory, and how much time they dedicate. A rough guess is 2-3 years to develop a new offensive skill and be able to use it consistently in ACC play. That’s probably somewhat conservative. It took Zanna 3 years plus to develop a little back to the basket game and a 15 foot jump shot.
So add in the other Diaz and younger Fede. They both need even more development just to get where Fede and Gdiaz are now. That would also make a 1/3 of our lineup all basically 5 positions who aren’t scorers. We could be really good rebounders and protect the rim. It basketball is a guard and wing game now with dribble drive and lots of threes.
It’s hard to say not to take a chance on Fede’s brother or another player like him like Bballinsider is saying they are a bunch teaching out to him.
But I don’t think with the transfer portal and the ability to get older guys who are already more developed, you really don’t want more than 2 big developmental types on your roster at any one time. So I would really hesitate against taking another developmental big on the next two classes.
Now the questions is how long does that development take. I think it varies by player based on their coordination, experience, their muscle memory, and how much time they dedicate. A rough guess is 2-3 years to develop a new offensive skill and be able to use it consistently in ACC play. That’s probably somewhat conservative. It took Zanna 3 years plus to develop a little back to the basket game and a 15 foot jump shot.
So add in the other Diaz and younger Fede. They both need even more development just to get where Fede and Gdiaz are now. That would also make a 1/3 of our lineup all basically 5 positions who aren’t scorers. We could be really good rebounders and protect the rim. It basketball is a guard and wing game now with dribble drive and lots of threes.
It’s hard to say not to take a chance on Fede’s brother or another player like him like Bballinsider is saying they are a bunch teaching out to him.
But I don’t think with the transfer portal and the ability to get older guys who are already more developed, you really don’t want more than 2 big developmental types on your roster at any one time. So I would really hesitate against taking another developmental big on the next two classes.