NBA Draft Report: Amen Thompson Of Overtime Elite (_ZCO on a truly elite athlete with an incredible feel for his game who will need to come a long ways with his shot to become a star)
It takes an absurd amount of athleticism to stand out in a league filled with the best athletes in the world. Explosive leapers and quick movers enter the NBA every year, and at a certain point you get used to the things these guys can do. However, occasionally an athlete comes along that just floors you with the way they defy physics. The most obvious recent example that comes to mind is Zion Williamson, who has the build of an NFL defensive lineman but glides through the air like a falcon.
Not many players on the planet can jump like Thompson. The 20-year-old has a reported 44-inch vertical leap, and it’s truly a sight to see when you combine his lift with his size and length. Thompson is going to get into the NBA and immediately be a fan favorite. Thompson will live on highlight reels, whether it’s with transition dunks or posters. He’s also lightning fast with the ball in his hands, which will make electric in the open floor.
Thompson isn’t just an athlete either. Even at this stage of his development, there are quite a few things that he does at a very high level on the basketball court. However, it’s Thompson’s playmaking that makes him so intriguing. The wing is remarkable at leveraging his ability to attack off the bounce and using it to find his teammates. Thompson doesn’t have an elite handle, but he’s functional off the dribble.
Some prospects come into the NBA with poor shooting percentages but a foundation to build on. That means that a few tweaks here and there could be the difference on the journey to becoming a respectable shooter. However, Thompson’s jumper could be a complete teardown. The 20-year-old just has way too many things going on with his current shot, including a long load-up time and a left hand that looks way too involved. And even the release point looks like it can use some work.
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