DraftExpress: Ben Simmons is a big time athlete and has a nice feel and motor but until he figures out how to shoot he's very stuck between positions. 2013-04-13 16:34:26
DraftExpress: Australian Ben Simmons is the most recognizable name but guys like Justin Jackson Lovro Mazalin Stefano Pino & Thon Maker have hype too. 2013-04-09 13:04:36
DraftExpress: Dante Exum with a superb drive and dish to Ben Simmons for a monster dunk, puts Australia up 74-72 on a loaded 2013 US squad. #adidasnations 2012-08-03 09:10:38
DraftExpress: Yessir. RT @adamppollock Here is the #fibaU17 Highlights with that Dante Exum spin to Ben Simmons dunk. http://t.co/eFp3XoYm 2012-07-07 04:07:32
DraftExpress: Mario Hezonja talking a lot of smack at Ben Simmons right now. Going into Kobe mode here. And its working. He's cocky, but also REALLY good. 2012-07-07 01:48:32
Emptying the Notebook: Elite International Prospects Scouting Reports October 19, 2012 Jonathan Givony
Strengths:
-Solid size at 6-8 or possibly 6-9
-Great frame for his age. Very mature physically
-Smooth, fluid athlete
-Very good leaper
-Excellent in transition
-Finishes well around the basket
-Lefty who shows the ability to use both hands effectively
-Can make an occasional pull-up jumper
-Good potential defensively. Moves feet well. Can guard either forward position at junior level. Makes plays at the rim
-Team player. Makes the extra pass.
Weaknesses:
-Limited offensively in the half-court
-Average ball-handler
-Poor outside shooter
-Very unconventional shooting mechanics
-No post moves
-Somewhat passive at times
Outlook: Extremely young. Only 15 years old at the U17 World Championship. Skill-level still catching up. Able to dominate players his age using his superior strength and athleticism. A little bit stuck between forward positions at the moment. Needs to improve as a ball-handler and shooter to play as a small forward. Will likely play college basketball starting in 2015.
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