Saturday, February 9, 2008

Scouting Report: Thabo Sefolosha

Since taking over as the starting shooting guard in the Bulls lineup, Thabo Sefolosha has shown that he is ready to take on a bigger role with a team. Since entering the starting lineup on January 15, 2008, Sefolosha is averaging 11.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.5 steals. Sefolosha also has done a good job defending the other teams best wing player, especially Dwyane Wade and Richard Hamilton, both in Bulls wins.

Player Name: Thabo Sefolosha
Current Team: -
NBA Position: SG
Drafted: 13th (Philadelphia 76ers)
Height/Weight: 6'5"/215
Birthdate: 5/2/84
Hometown: Vevey, Switzerland
College: -
Agent: -

Notes:
Has lived in five countries; Speaks Italian, French, and English; Swiss mother and South African father; Began playing professionally at 17 with a team in Switzerland's top domestic league;

Strengths:
Great hands, Wingspan; Strong on-the-ball defender; Rebounding for his position; Attacks the basket; Gets into passing lanes well and creates turnovers; Great athleticism; Great hands;

Weaknesses:
Flat perimeter shot; Inconsistent from outside fifteen feet; Ball handling; Slow release from three point line;

Outlook:
Confidence is the key for Sefolosha.

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