Hyatt

NBA Comparison: Paul Pierce

Favorite Move: 3-point shot and driving to the basket

Bio: About three years ago, Sam decided he was taking his talents to New Orleans, and the Green Wave Tide (or something?) haven’t been the same since. He immediately injected life and enthusiasm into this Conference USA basement dweller. With his aggressive rebounding and pinpoint outlet passes, Tulane has blossomed under his guidance. Unfortunately, the Big Green will be losing Hyeezy this upcoming season, as he has his sights set on true stardom with the New Orleans CP3’s. In his free time, Hyatt likes to counsel the Tigers/Titans, hit up Mardi Gras, and pass sobriety tests on Rt. 9.

Strengths: Great Paul Pierce-like game with inside and outside capabilities. Shoots the 3 very well, can hit the mid-range jumper from the elbow, and will destroy smaller defenders inside. Can get very hot, very quickly. A nightmare matchup overall. Quickness and strength when getting to the basket too. Very unselfish player, too, as he always looks to get his teammates involved. Defensively uses his height as an advantage because he has the ability to guard smaller players.

Must improve: Needs to rebound the basketball more consistently by playing more inside, and must demand the ball more in the post.