Jerryd Bayless is a newcomer at Blue Whales

Sichuan Blue Whales (CBA) added to their roster 31-year old American point guard Jerryd Bayless (190-91kg-88, college: Arizona). He played last season at Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA. In 34 games he recorded 6.1ppg, 1.9rpg and 3.5apg. Bayless also spent pre-season at the 76ers in NBA.
In 2008 he was drafted by Indiana Pacers (NBA) in first round (11th overall). The former University of Arizona staris in his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball.
Bayless has played also professionally for other NBA teams like Boston Celtics, Milwaukee Bucks, Portland Trail Blazers, Toronto Raptors and Memphis Grizzlies.
The scouts decsribe him following way: (by Borko Popic for NBADraft.net in 2008)
Possesses incredible open floor speed, which combined with a devastating first step make him a nightmare to defend Tremendous leaping ability and superb body control allow him to finish in the lane over much taller players Gets great lift on his jump-shot, with range well out to the NBA three His pull up jumper is magnificent; with the elevation, balance, and quick release, he is virtually able to shoot whenever, and over whomever he desires.
His lack of a good wingspan neutralizes his great athleticism to a slight degree, and hinders his ability to defend.

By Eurobasket Data Center



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