Post by ashes on Dec 25, 2008 23:39:59 GMT -5
Meng Duo
Position: SF/SG
Height: 6'4''
Weight: 215lbs.
Age: ??
Comparison: Dwayne Wade
Meng Duo is a promising young talent hailing from China, fresh off the Junior team. He's been generating a lot of hype and attention with his play as of late, and has been dazzling UOSL2 scouts. A top player on the Junior team, Duo has been delegated to a spark off the bench for the Chinese National team; however, many scouts attribute this to seniority of many players on the team. He's also won a few dunk contests here and there.Many would argue that Duo is the greatest talent to come from China in years. However, there have been questions about his age and its validity.
Strengths: Amazing slasher. Can get to the hoop with ease using his excellent first step. Very good vertical leap.Possesses capable ball-handling skills and solid court-vision, but probably couldn't handle the point very well. A good jump shooter, but his range doesn't include the three-point line. His defense has improved greatly since his years on the Junior team. Some say he has the tools to become an elite defender. He has proven to be a solid rebounder, but not impressive for a SF. Has all the tools athletically and skillfully to be a superstar.
Weaknesses: A very poor three-point shooter. Has deceptive quickness offensively, but some scouts question his ability to guard faster SFs and SGs in general. Has been known to be a bit turnover prone. Scouts are worried that his game is built for the SF position, but his body is built for the SG position.
Projected UOSL2 ratings: ?
**Meng Duo's age is a true mystery. Chinese officials say it is 18 years old, but some say it's closer to 23. Whoever drafts/signs him will be taking a chance on his age. For every year above 18 years of age, he loses 3 Potential.
