NBA Draft Prospects: A look at Indiana Guard Eric Gordon

By the time Eric Gordon gets to the NBA he'll be prepared for anything the media can throw at him. With the investigation of his former coach, Kelvin Sampson, all over the sporting world, Gordon has gone through more negative media attention than most college freshmen. 

Another thing that will help him in the NBA is his game.

Gordon is currently averaging about 21 ppg for the 12th ranked Hoosiers. Gordon is a dynamic scorer, whether it's attacking the rim or shooting from the outside. He's got a beautiful stroke, quick release, NBA range, and terrific follow-through.  

He has great scoring instincts and the "go-to mentality" to aid his NBA development.  Offensively, he's good at moving without the ball and coming off screens. He also is one of the few players his age that sets his feet as soon as he catches the ball so he's always ready to shoot.  

He's got a very nice pull-up jumper, which at his height will only make things easier for him. He attacks the rim very well and is good at getting to the free throw line. He shoots free throws at a rate of 86 percent; NBA scouts love to see good free throw shooting. (Especially in this day and age!) 

Gordon is a very quick, athletic guard with good intangibles. His style of play would fit him better if he was three inches taller, but his sheer determination and athletic ability should take him past that. 

Eric Gordon will be a top five draft pick this year. Whichever team is lucky enough to land him should be thrilled to bring in the Indiana native.

However, one aspect of his game that needs work is his court vision and passing ability. 

Gordon only stands 6'4", which is small for the two-guard in the NBA. If he can develop a better sense of where his teammates are on the court and can get the ball to them effectively, it would definitely benefit an offensive threat like him.

I can't wait to watch him play in the NCAA tournament to see how far this fabulous freshman can lead the Hoosiers.  

Well, so far I am four players in. One thing they all have in common: age. 

This NBA draft is going to be one of the deepest drafts in recent memory. The next player I will take a look at: Arizona guard Jerryd Bayless.