NBA Comparison: N/A

Strengths: One of the most agile big men in Europe, with good potential and solid face-up skills … He’s more athletic than you might think, and his size, quickness and coordination make him one of more interesting prospects in Europe in his age group … He has excellent hands for shots from mid-range and also for receiving passes … He can use the dribble to convert plays in the paint and he can finish with either hand … His shot is solid and virtually unstoppable because he has very sound mechanics; he can easily shoot from NBA three-point range and efficiently utilize the pick and pop… He’s an underrated intimidator, especially in defensive rotation … He’s a smart person and he wants to learn all aspects of the game …

Weaknesses: Sometimes leaves you wanting more and wondering why he isn’t able to play up to his immense abilities … He lacks experience at a high level: this is the first time that he’s played consistent minutes in SerieA, the best Italian league, and EuroCup, the second European Championship … Everybody falls in love when they watch Jakub play one-on-one and in practice situations, but in real games he’s not so efficient yet … He must became more aggressive and increase his self-confidence … His three point shot in not consistent and he must improve his post-skills … On defense he can struggle against physical players …

Giovanni Conte 1/13/11