Ohlbrecht - Next German Star?

j41181

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Born: Oct. 11, 1988
Height: 6'11
Weight: 210 lbs.

Other than the NBA draft info's, not much is known about this guy. I did see him in action during the Beijing Olympics, and my impression: he is very RAW!
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He does not seem to have a post-up game, has no jump-shot, looked awkward and uncoordinated, not to mention a poor free throw shooter. He did not seem to have any desire to have the ball and go for a shot, and he was having trouble getting a rebound. Dirk was a better player at the same age and all. Excuse me for being harsh on this guy.
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I have looked extensively for his profile in European Basketball webs and from what I have seen, he has a LONG way to go. I picture him more like Marc Gasol, in terms of development. He might not have a good shot at the NBA for another 3 or 4 years with the way he is as of now. It'll be a bleak time for German Basketball.
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ToughJ.Riggins

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NBAdraft.net compared him to Dirk though. Maybe they meant as far as his finesse and mobility for such a tall guy b/c he is definitely raw I agree.
 

j41181

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He is for now deeply hidden in the vast jungle of European Basketball.
 
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