In reply to: I'm not sure any one model guarantees a National posted by sixtythreer
Her first year, she was a rather one-dimensional defense and hustle (okay, two-dimensional) player. She could be a big-time contributor if she doubled the number of flat-footed jump shots she takes, assuming she makes a reasonable percentage. She doesn't have to drive, rebound or pass for assists much.
if it comes to pass. I'm completely bias but think Sam will really light 'em up this year. If they stick racks of balls at the 3-pt line, we know she would be the best.
I'm also hoping that Katlyn Gilbert will break out this year. I think she is just too good to be an average shooter. I understand she will have added responsibly with ball handling.
Ali and Maddy will be interesting to watch. I'm not sure how good Miles or Hayes will be beyond the 3-pt line.
..she didn't (have to) shoot a lot of threes in Chile (Citron and Verhulst did!) The two times I've seen her in person she made sure to take a few threes, more to keep defenses honest than probably anything else. But she's got the range.
Simply don't have enough tape/views of Hayes to even make a good guess!!
That's why it's stay tuned time....
Good thread, thanks.