thelonious_chunk
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I can’t find any record online of an NBA player with a vertical over 48”. Tobi’s been recorded at 1.5” higher. Sure maybe some player had a vert higher than that and their godly vert just happened to have never been measured lol. He’s developed - smarter, faster, better anticipation and understanding of the game. Improved FTs matter for someone who will hang around the rim, and it shows an ability to develop his shot. Late 2nd round/G-league is a chance so I guess we don’t disagree after all. I’m happy to put money down that Tobi makes an NBA roster at some point.The vertical graphic TV broadcasts kept showing was for the NBA combine. Unlike the NFL combine, there are a lot of guys that don't attend it that aren't invited that make rosters, so the numbers are skewed. Obviously his vertical is still elite, but the highest in NBA history isn't necessarily true.
Has he really shown the ability to develop? Or has he just gotten better in his role? What did Tobi show us this year that he wasn't doing his freshman year? A lot of dunks, OReb due his vertical and motor, help side blocks, etc. all of which he was doing year 1, just in less volume. His skillset hasn't changed at all. He became a much better FT shooter but that's not getting you a contract.
He's Derrick Jones Jr. without the ability to handle the ball and score outside of 7 ft. And this isn't hate directed at Tobi (I've been saying this all year), but objectively, the NBA is still a long shot. NBA wants potential yeah, but IMO he hasn't shown the potential to play at that level. At his size he can't strictly be a lob threat. Unless he develops around the perimeter he'll get a late 2nd round or undrafted G-League deal and a summer league roster spot