2013 NBA Draft Scouting Report: Solomon Hill



Written by Paul Banks of the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
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2013 NBA Draft Scouting Report: Solomon Hill


Position: Small Forward

Size: 6-7, 220

School: Arizona, Senior


Strengths:
  • Slashing ability
  • Smooth spin move off the bounce
  • Can post up smaller defenders
  • Turnaround jump shot
  • Mid-range jumper
  • 3-point range
  • Offensive versatility
  • Can rebound and then lead the break
  • Works hard on the defensive end
  • Great team player
  • Rarely forces the issue
  • Basketball IQ




  • Weaknesses:
  • Lacks NBA-level athleticism
  • Explosiveness
  • Tighten up ball handling in iso situations
  • Is he quick enough to guard NBA small forwards?


  • Summary: Hill has put together a solid 4-year career at Arizona, but doesn’t particularly stand out in any specific area. He does a little bit of everything to help his team, but is simply not an NBA-level athlete. Because of that, Hill seems destined for the second round.

    Player Comparison: Sam Young. Like Hill, Young had a productive collegiate career, but his lack of athleticism has hindered him at the next level, which is why he is struggling to find a regular spot in the rotation. I see Hill being a similar player; the 11th or 12th man on a roster who will find it difficult to see steady minutes.







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    Written by Paul Banks of the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
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