Post by Majic on Aug 19, 2021 15:09:09 GMT -5
Bob Pettit
PF
6’9
205
22
LSU
Pettit enters as one of the tallest players in this class, as well as one of the most accomplished after a decorated college career at LSU. After getting cut from his high school basketball team as both a freshman and a sophomore, Pettit began a single-minded practice regimen that resulted in his playing a starring role in his high school’s state title win during his senior year. Pettit was an electric player, and scorer, for the Tigers as he became a two-time consensus All-American, helping lead his team to a final 4 appearance.
Pettit is an elite scorer and can be counted on as the primary offensive force for any team. Unlike traditional bigs, Pettit likes to play facing the basket. Pettit does a great job mixing skills of a traditional big while also having the ability to play away from the basket. Whether it's an off the dribble drive or as a spot up shooter, Pettit can beat any defense.
Pettit is also considered to be a strong rebounder entering the league after averaging a whopping 17.3 (!!!) rebounders per game his last year in college. This is likely due to his height and athletic ability as he is able to blend both in a natural way. Most men his size can't move as effortlessly as Pettit does, which helps him crash the paint for rebounds.
Pettit won't be a defensive star, but also won't be a total liability. His athletic prowess helps him stay in front of most defenders but he can get bullied by stronger big men. He also tends to look to jump passing lanes more than he should, this results in good steal numbers but can also lead to him being out of position at times.
Scouts agree that Pettit will need to put on some muscle in order to regularly battle some of the larger bigs in the league. He has a great frame and should be able to easily add strength once he gets into a guided strength program.
Although he enters the league at 22, scouts still think he has some room to grow. His athletic ability should give him a nice head start and with some coaching, and offseason work, could grow into the best player in the class.
