Even after NBA draft prospect Julius Randle lost his status as a contender for the No. 1 pick, he has remained a high-lottery option and a potential top-five selection.
His physical tools are impressive, and his motor is unquestionable, but he might be the most overrated prospect in the top tier of the 2014 class.
Don't get me wrong, he's still an attractive prospect with ample athleticism, promising scoring ability and significant upside. He's a double-double machine on the college level. It's just that fans and media expect more from him as a prospect than he may ever be able to give.
Randle was initially thought to be one of the franchise-changing studs in this draft, but he has a lot to prove at this juncture of his career.
What are his most glaring shortcomings, and how do they affect his NBA outlook?
Scoring versatility (or lack thereof)
Randle dominated high school and scored any way he wanted, but he's learned that you need some variety in your offensive diet in college.
He loves his meat-and-potatoes bullrush drives and power spins, bu ...
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Is Julius Randle the Most Overrated Top 2014 NBA Draft Prospect?
March 22nd, 2014 by Daniel O'Brien Leave a reply »
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