Darrall Imhoff (C)

[London]

Name: Darrall Imhoff
Position: C
Height: 6'10
Weight: 235 lbs
DOB: 10/11/1992

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Pros: Darrall is one of the few good big men in this draft. In fact he may be the only "complete" big man there is in this draft. He scores, he defends, and he had the skills to develop into a good rebounder. He's not the best big man scorer in this draft but he is better than most already in the league. There aren't a ton of big men averaging close to 20 and I think Imhoff has that kind of ability down the road. That's not even considering his defense, he has the instincts to be one of the best rim-protectors in the league. That's another skill many teams in the league could use right now.

Cons: Imhoff is much more of a post scorer than a perimeter scorer. Usually you need to pick one or the other (if either) and in this case he is much more comfortable close to the rim. That's probably a good thing in the terms of a Power Forward who can rebound. You also want high shooting percentages from your big men if you can. Having them hang out on the perimeter jacking jumpers isn't going to help that.

Overall: At 6'10" he can play Center but down the road you may want to slide him over to the 4 if you want to add some size. It's not a bad thing, he should be versatile enough to play both positions in the league. How early is too early to draft on need? If Boston gets the 3 pick will they add another Small Forward to play with Elgin Baylor? That may be a bit of a reach (since trading down is always an option) but I do think Imhoff has the talent and size to go in the top half of the lottery.

Projection: 4-6

[Drew]

Name: Darrall Imhoff
Position: C
Height: 6'10
Weight: 235 lbs
DOB: 10/11/1992

abcalegends.com/players/player733.htm

Pros: The premier Center prospect in this years draft, and arguably the top post player overall in the class. Very well-rounded player with very few weak spots in his game. A solid inside scorer and rebounder, expect Imhoff to improve greatly in both these facets. Already a great shot blocker, in large part thanks to his amazing leaping ability. Also possesses above average strength, which helps as he is a bit undersized at the 5. Comes into the league in very good shape, will be able to start and finish a lot of games.

Cons: Size is going to be a major question mark going forward. At this point in the league 6-10 is a serviceable height for a Center, but at 235 pounds he is on the lighter side. As noted he has decent strength, improving upon this could help to mask his size problems. Overall a very raw prospect, and will not be able to contribute much offensively off the jump. Its also uncertain whether Imhoff will immerge as a shut down post defender against the much larger competition in the pros.

Overall: As the top center prospect, Imhoff will most likely find himself in the earlier half of this years lottery. The question is whether GMs will look at him as a true Center, or more of a Power Forward. If viewed more as a Power Forward who knows whether he will remain the top option over the likes of Jerry Lucas and Dave DeBusschere. Regardless, Imhoff is a very solid prospect who has the potential to fill all the roles needed by a post player, inside scoring, rebounding and post defense.

Projection: 5-8