Stokes' Pro Potential?

[bleedingTNorange]

As bass said, once out of the lottery its a guessing game anyways. If sully happens to be ok, then you get one of the biggest steals ever.

[MemphisCanes]

It'll be interesting to see how Stokes' game evolves this season for UT. He's said on Memphis radio that this new S&C coach for the Vols has him in the best shape of his life.

In freshman year I think he came in a little overweight. His game that season was predominantly "below-the-rim", maybe because of the weight or maybe not. While there is room in a starting rotation for a 6'8" PF who isn't known for his hops (read: Zach Randolph, etc.), if Stokes starts showing more athleticism this season, his draft potential skyrockets.

He'd already be a mid to late first rounder based on his mid-range jumper and his nose for boards. If he showed scouts more athleticism, that gives him another dimension, could make him a mid-lottery pick. Unless BTO's wish is granted and Stokes grows 3 inches, his shot at a top ten pick may be fleeting.

[bleedingTNorange]

Yes because sully wasn't gonna be top 10 was he?

[zjcvols]

I'll shock ya:

I think Jarnell can be an NBA all star.

BOOM.

[Bassmanbruno]

Nah.

[zjcvols]

Originally Posted by Bassmanbruno

Nah.

I honestly think he is. He's 6'9. He's athletic. He's an excellent rebounder, has a nice jump shot, and already has a couple nice post moves. He's got a lot of work to do, but I can see it.

[Bassmanbruno]

He's not athletic at all when comparing him with the the super star big men in the league.

[zjcvols]

Originally Posted by Bassmanbruno

He's not athletic at all when comparing him with the the super star big men in the league.

I disagree. He showed his athleticism when he played two first round big men against UK.

Also remember, he was overweight and carrying extra fat when he got here. Get him at 260 with muscle and I think he can be pretty athletic. He's not Anthony Davis, but still effective.

[VolsFan4Ever-11]

Let's not get too carried away just yet.

[zjcvols]

Jarnell can be Al Horford in the NBA. IMO.

[Chris4Vols22]

Originally Posted by Bassmanbruno

He's not athletic at all when comparing him with the the super star big men in the league.

Disagree. We'll know for sure soon enough.

[Bassmanbruno]

How can you disagree? He's a below the rim player... Lol it's so obvious - he plays and looks exactly like Sullinger. He won't be athletic when compared to the big men in the nba.. Doesn't mean he won't be a good player in the league though.. Just not a super star.

Kenny Hall is more athletic than he is.

[MemphisCanes]

Nobody can say that Stokes' game last season was athletic, even for a college guy. But he's 18 and a summer with a top-teir S&D coach can do wonders. I expect to see him much more athletic this season.

[CAVol]

He had a couple nice dunks but that doesn't make him athletic. Majority of his moves were below the rim shots last year. MemphisCanes isn't trolling right now.

[jjay2518]

Originally Posted by MemphisCanes

Nobody can say that Stokes' game last season was athletic, even for a college guy. But he's 18 and a summer with a top-teir S&D coach can do wonders. I expect to see him much more athletic this season.

Agreed, I'm withholding judgment on his athleticism. Too many things against him last year. I think the potential is there to surprise some people with his athleticism this year.