Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua, 6'8, NBA Global Academy [Australia], Cameroon, 1999
Jonathan Givony
Strengths:
-Well-proportioned, ripped 227 pound frame that should add plenty of weight in time
-Very long 7'2 ½ wingspan
-Terrific athlete. Measured the highest vertical leap of the group at 38 inches, that plus his length gives him good potential as a rebounder/shot-blocker
-Impressive finishing around the basket off two feet
-Attacks the rim aggressively looking for contact. Can catch and elevate off the pick and roll
-Has unconventional shooting mechanics, but fairly soft touch from the free throw line. Even shows some potential shooting from beyond the arc in drills
-Plays with a high intensity level. More than willing to use his tools to his advantage on both ends of the floor
-Knows who he is and embraces it. Feel for the game is not bad
-Covers ground defensively, shows multi-positional versatility
-Draws rave reviews from coaches for his intelligence, work ethic and attitude
Weaknesses:
-Undersized for a center at 6'7 without shoes
-Skill-level is extremely unpolished, especially offensively. Poor footwork, no countermoves
-Better finishing in stride than he is gathering up from a standstill
-Awkward shooting mechanics, both in his lower and upper body. Hitch at the end of his stroke. Doesn't have any ability to make shots in game settings
-Lacks experience in five on five settings. Game moves a little bit fast for him right now
-Has great tools and competitiveness defensively, but fundamentals and awareness leave a lot to be desired. Relies heavily on his athleticism to get the job done
Outlook: Tchamwa Tchatchoua took a little while to get his feet wet in the five on five action, but really came alive as the Camp went on. He was one of the most impressive big men athletically at the BWB, and also played extremely hard on top of that. One of the first players the NBA invited to their Global Academy in Australia, Tchamwa Tchatchoua is in a great environment to continue to improve and seems to have terrific intangibles, which should help him reach his full potential.
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