Amile Jefferson

Scouting Reports: June 2011 – Jefferson, winner of the Camp’s Academic Achievement award put in work akin to good student’s preparing for final exams – he rebounded, filled lanes, defended, passed and scored his way to a stellar performance. To say he was one of the event’s most effective players is an understatement, as is noting Amile was a very hard worker. What’s more impressive is that he still is not the best shooter or ball handler; Jefferson does it with effort, intelligence and grit, the last evidenced by playing around half the camp with a dislocated pinky finger on his left hand (which could demand surgery). Sure he hit shots (particularly spot up wing jumpshots from just inside the three point arc) and patted getting the rim (particularly in fast break/scatter court situations), it’s just that these are necessary points of improvement. Add getting stronger to that list ,which Jefferson recognizes as necessary (Ron Bailey at NBA Top 100 Camp).

May 2010 - Jefferson showed why he is considered one of the top prospects in his class. He has developed his all-around game since we last saw him play, and can now do a little of everything. Jefferson is extremely long and does need to add weight, but right now he is an impossible match-up at the small forward position. Jefferson can post up down low and finish around the rim, or take defenders off the dribble from the perimeter. He also has outside range and can consistently knock down jumpers. Jefferson handles the ball well and finds open players. Defensively, he uses his length to block shots and control the glass (Jeff Borzello at Philly Underclass AS Game).

Oct 2009 - Jefferson was forced to play inside despite his preference to play facing the basket. Nonetheless, he stood out due to his length and athleticism. He blocked shots, grabbed rebounds and attacked the glass, ran the floor and even showed solid ball-handling ability. Moreover, Jefferson knocked down a three and posted up defenders well. He is going to be an outstanding small forward (Jeff Borzello at Eddie Griffin Challenge).

Amile Jefferson gets to the rim in NBA Top 100 camp action

Stories/Articles:
2011 LJSA Recruiting Focus: Amile Jefferson (NBE Basketball Report) – July 2011
Philly Guys Bring Toughness to NBA Top 100 Camp (NBE Basketball Report) – June 2011
Amile Jefferson Shines on the Court; Talks Recruiting (NBE Basketball Report) – June 2011
Rasual Butler All-City Recap & Recruiting Notes (NBE Basketball Report) – June 2011
More Pittsburgh Jam Fest Recruiting Notes (NBE Basketball Report) – April 2011
Amile Jefferson Takes Visit; Planning More (NBE Basketball Report) – March 2011
Desert Duel Recruiting Rundown & Notes (NBE Basketball Report) – July 2010
Amile Jefferson: Offer from Syracuse ‘Humbling’ (NBE Basketball Report) – July 2010
Gibbons TOC Final Recruiting Notebook (NBE Basketball Report) – June 2010
Coaches vs. Cancer Underclass All-Star Games Review (NBE Basketball Report) – May 2010
Team Philly 16-U in Elite Mix this Spring (NBE Basketball Report) – March 2010
Eddie Griffin Challenge Recap (NBE Basketball Report) – Oct 2009
Hoop Group Fall Jam Fest Recruiting Notes (NBE Basketball Report) – Sept 2009
Rasual Butler All-City Player Reviews (NBE Basketball Report) – June 2009

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