Derrick Rose

Derrick Rose: 6’3, 190, PG, Fr., Memphis

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Rose has the skill-set and the size to attract the attention of NBA scouting departments, but his it’s his understanding of the game that is his most impressive strength. Rose got significantly better throughout the season and then dominated in the NCAA Tournament, carrying his team to the championship game. He is a physical point guard that recognizes when he has a mismatch against a smaller player and becomes aggressive while avoiding fouls. He’s not a great long-range shooter yet, but he scores by using his strength and slashing ability to get to the basket for lay-ups. He’s also become very good at beating his man and then pulling up for mid-range jumpers. Rose is only average on defense, but he seems to have the ability to improve. The same smaller, quicker men that he bullies on offense often zip right by him on defense. Another concern is that Rose only averaged 4.7 assists per game for a high-scoring team. He’ll need to improve his distribution skills for the NBA because he can’t muscle his way to the basket there, he’ll be asked to distribute the ball decisively. Rose has great potential, possibly even superstar potential.