martin wrote:Burks reminds me of Fields but with more catch and shoot ability and better ball handling. Probably a better passer too. His shooting form - from shoulders to hands - reminds me of Michael Redd.He is not an explosive athlete but more slithery. Doesn't seem super strong but has the frame to get strong enough. Only 19.
The thing I really like: 1) he can catch and shoot quickly enough and has very good form, 2) he can turn the corner to the basket and is a very willing passer 3) he has the tools to be a decent defender for his position.
Those things compliment Melo, Amare very well; i can see him being a starter for a long time, and that's what you want with a #17 pick.
I had never seen him before and watched that clip and was going to comment but you honestly have my thoughts exactly. I thought his form looked beautiful and he had GREAT elevation on his jump shot. I didn't think he looked that fast but was always able to get quite open with his jukes. He might just be the type of player that is very quick but doesn't look it (if that makes sense).
I hear he is only good at creating his own shot but in that clip he did a lot of shooting off the pass.
If he slides, with that smooth stroke and his age, we had better consider him.
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6/16/2011 12:21 PM