2009 Draft Profile - Hasheem Thabeet

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2008 Draft Profile - Hasheem Thabeet

Hasheem could go anywhere from top 5 to the 2nd Round. What we do know is that he and his 7’2” 260 lb body WILL be drafted. Playing for Calhoun, there is no doubt he is receiving a great education -- he would be advised to spend a few more years under Calhoun's tutelage. He is all defense and fortunately for him, 7’2” players that can block shots and play D are in high demand. Look for him to come out, and if he stays healthy and develops a low post game, he is a top 10 lock.

Draft Profile provided by: Brad Reynolds
Hasheem Thabeet is the best prospect physically in the entire draft. A fluid athlete with the physical resume that could one day make him the creme of the crop in the NBA, Thabeet is "raw" but gifted. With another productive year under his belt, Thabeet is most certainly a first-round lock.

Strengths: Shot-blocking. At 7'2'', there isn't much his wide wingspan can't get to. Defensively makes a difference without much effort. Is surprisingly athletic, unlike most his size, and gets to a lot of shots that opponents don't assume. Offensively, has a nice soft touch around the basket, and finishes decently despite not being the most coordinated naturally. Is developing back to the basketball skills, and although still really raw, have come a long way. Again, physically is a freak of nature. Could be the next monster post player in the NBA, and definately has the large frame to add weight as well as develop a skill set to play full-time at the next level.

Weaknesses: Is still extremely 'raw.' Isn't very authorative down low, lays in the ball instead of flushing it home, and defensively doesn't get as 'amped' as one might want from their shotblocking big man. Is a bit soft overall, and needs to develop some toughness to hang with the NBA's post players. Also needs to look for the ball more often, sometimes hides dormant on the offrensive side of the ball, completely wasting his minutes. Rebounding effort needs to increase on both sides of the ball, as does overall effort. Has a long way to go before becoming polished fundamentally.

Outlook: Again, look at the frame. 7'2'', 260lbs. A whole load of talent awaits anyone willing to develop a game with that size. Is coachable and improving noticeably, and therefore has a bright future. If he drifts to the late first round, he will still be drafted over Hibbert, who had a terrible end to his season. Needs to improve finishing as well as intensity, but is a perfect choice for somebody like Minnesota or Memphis, both looking for a big man to anchor the paint behind solid frontlines.

2007 Draft Profile

A big-time rebounder and shot blocker an excellent athlete who runs the floor very well, explosive leaping ability with good hands. Does a great job of getting initial post position by using his body wide and sealing off his defender. Shot blocking skills are top shelf, has learned to be a very patient that rarely bites on pump fakes. Although his post moves are unrefined, he has shown reasonably good touch around the basket. Needs to work on his post footwork and learn how to block out more aggressively while rebounding. Added strength to his lower body will help hold his position in the block.

Hasheem Thabeet Stats
Season	GP	MPG	PPG	FG%	APG	RPG	BPG	SPG
2007-2008	33	31	10.5	60.3	0.4	7.9	4.5	0.3
2006-2007	31	24.6	6.2	55.4	0.4	6.4	3.8	0.2
Career	64	27.9	8.4	58.3	0.4	7.2	4.2	0.2

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