2012 NBA Draft Scouting Report: John Henson



Written by Paul Banks of the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
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2012 NBA Draft Scouting Report: John Henson


Position: Power Forward

Size: 6-10, 210

School: North Carolina, Junior


Strengths:
  • Gifted athlete for his height
  • Ridiculous length helps him on the glass
  • 7-4 wingspan allows him to block/alter shots
  • Terrific timing as a shot blocker
  • Not afraid to try and dunk over defenders
  • Runs the floor well
  • Effective hook shot with either hand
  • Passer for a big guy
  • Has shown steady improvement and will continue to get better



    Weaknesses:
  • Very, very thin; must get stronger
  • Not at all pysical, gets pushed around in the paint
  • Face-up game is still raw and needs grooming
  • Awful free throw shooter
  • Sometimes tries to be too much of a finese finisher

    Summary: Because of his combination of length and athleticism for someone 6-10, Henson has been on the NBA radar since arriving at North Carolina. He is a very intriguing prospect, but his rail-thin frame is a serious concern as he will have to try and battle grown men in the post on a nightly basis. Returning for his junior season gives him another year to grow both physically and as an all-around player. That will do wonders for his ability to contribute at the next level since I just do not think he can be a factor in the league until he adds some muscle or becomes a better outside shooter.

    Player Comparison: JaVale McGee/Hakim Warrick. This is a tough one since Henson is such a rare prospect. Henson is similar to McGee in their length, athleticism and shot-blocking ability, but is about 40 pounds lighter than the Wizard center. That is where the Warrick comparison comes in because Warrick is also lengthy and athletic, but has a more similar frame and offensive ability as Henson though Warrick is more skilled on the perimeter.





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