Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Experts are not too excited about the newest Miami Heat draft choice. He is not drawing rave reviews from the national media. SI.com/Heat

Here's what the pundits said:

Ayrton Ostly of USA TODAY: "Ware's athleticism in a 7-foot frame with a 7-foot-4 wingspan makes him an enticing prospect as a defender and dunker. He's a prolific three-point shooter as well. He needs to improve his effort and decision maker as a passer." Grade - B.

 CBS Sports' Adam Finkelstein and Kyle Boone: "Ware is the most polarizing prospect in this class. There are a lot of those guys, but he's the most extreme. He's been that way since high school. He has every single tool in the book: size, speed, hands, touch out to the perimeter. But he's said out loud he's not sure how much he loves basketball. There have been questions about his motor, physicality, etc. But going to the Heat and Heat culture will be great for him --- unless he can't fit in." Grade - B-

He has said out loud he doesn't know how much he loves basketball??? Sounds like Ben Simmons. "Questions about his motor"? Oh yeah, GREAT fit with  "Heat" Culture!? The guy will be out of the league after his rookie contract.

Kyle Irving of The Sporting News: "Ware's mobility, athleticism and potential to stretch the floor makes him a great fit with the Heat. He's a rim protector and lob catcher with developing offensive skills." - Grade - B+