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Bryan Colangelo Continues Tapping European Basketball

By Bret Stuter

Jun 24, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Bryan Colangelo during an introduction press conference at the Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 24, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Bryan Colangelo during an introduction press conference at the Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jun 23, 2016; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks at the conclusion of the first round of the 2016 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 23, 2016; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks at the conclusion of the first round of the 2016 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports /

Jonathan Jeanne

Strengths a 7-foot-2 power forward / center, Jonathan Jeanne is a front court player.  However, by the time the NBA draft rolls in, the Philadelphia 76ers will likely be facing a serious decision about retaining several players, including the likes of Nerlens Noel.

Jeanne may make that decision easier.

He is excellent at shot-blocking and defending from the weak side.  He also has a suprisingly robust jump to pair with his height and wingspan, giving him incredible characteristics to defend in the modern NBA.

Offensively, he moves well without the ball, and is a better than expected passer. Has a nice touch on shooting.

Weaknesses He needs to add strength and muscle to his barely 200 pound frame.  While doing so, he will also need to improve his shooting.  If he shows improving trends on his shooting this year, it will pave the way for his likely lotter selection in the 2017 NBA Draft

But I know you want more, so here is a highlight video:

https://youtu.be/uhr7WQITco8

Hailing from France, he will have a french connection with Joel Embiid and Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot.   A true sleeper pick for the 76ers. Keep him in mind if the team needs front court help next season.

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