Originally Posted by
Newton_14
I do too. I thought that since watching him play in the Summer League games this year. Numerous times on the perimeter he put on a dribbling show, then pulled up right in the defenders face and nailed the 3. Great NBA type shot, but not really ideal for college.
The other thing that I think bothered Austin was the numerous times he beat his man, got into the lane and had 3 people waiting to take charges. Early on he drew fouls, but it quickly changed to where ref's I think anticipated the charge and called it. That had to be frustrating. In the NBA, there will be more space. Better athlete's for sure, but more space to create a shot and draw contact.
All of that said, he did improve a lot this year, and if he returns, I think he can become a really good college player. He really needs to return, get stronger, and work on his game. But in terms of skill set, I do think he is more suited to the NBA style of play.
I wish him well either way and he is a Dukie for life in my book whether he returns or chases his dream early.