But Bartelstein, a long time power agent in the NBA, said there is much more to Layman.
“He’s one of those rare seniors with gigantic upside to his game,’’ Bartelstein said. “He’s kind of a late bloomer. His strength is coming and he has gotten better and better each year, and even late this season. So I think he’s a fascinating guy because he has so much upside. I think he will be a terrific player.’’
Layman on Friday said he can see similarities between his game and that of Utah wing Gordon Hayward.
“I’m not saying I’m him right now, but a guy who I can (model his game after) is Gordon Hayward,’’ Layman said.
Bartelstein said he told his client getting picked by Portland was a home run for two reasons: it’s always big to be a team’s only selection in a draft; and it’s important to be a targeted player, not just someone who is picked because they are available.
“It’s really important to come into the league and know a team wanted you enough to get the rights to get your pick,’’ Bartelstein said. “I know how much time Neil spent scouting and watching him, how much he focused on him, and to me, that says a lot.’’
http://www.csnnw.com/portland-trail...olshey-get-their-target-marylands-jake-layman
interesting sidenote that means nothing; Bartelstein is also Hayward's agent.
