The 2018 NBA Manifesto
Luis Montero
SG/SF - 6’7, 190lbs - 25 years old - 2 years of experience
Montero’s size, length, defence and point forward sensibilities make for an intriguing package, and he received a two-way contract after showing some of that package in summer league. This defence however is more potential than results. The long arms, athleticism and effort intrigue, but the positioning, nuance and discipline do not, and nor does the strength. And as for the offensive end, there is no shot that is his. The athleticism and length again help, but the handle and finishing are underdeveloped, and he overvalues a mediocre jump shot. Montero would be a good prospect were he still 22, like he was at the start of his first NBA stint, but alas. To be an NBA player, he would need to be further along by now.
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SG/SF - 6’7, 190lbs - 25 years old - 2 years of experience
Montero’s size, length, defence and point forward sensibilities make for an intriguing package, and he received a two-way contract after showing some of that package in summer league. This defence however is more potential than results. The long arms, athleticism and effort intrigue, but the positioning, nuance and discipline do not, and nor does the strength. And as for the offensive end, there is no shot that is his. The athleticism and length again help, but the handle and finishing are underdeveloped, and he overvalues a mediocre jump shot. Montero would be a good prospect were he still 22, like he was at the start of his first NBA stint, but alas. To be an NBA player, he would need to be further along by now.