If there are two things we’ve learned about development in the NBA, they are the following: It’s not linear, and it’s certainly not the same path for every player.
Last week, I broke down Minnesota Timberwolves second-round pick Josh Minott’s game. I came to the conclusion that his athleticism is intriguing, but his complete lack of offensive skills will prevent him from contributing in the NBA any time soon.
The breakdown below — of Italian guard Matteo Spagnolo, another Wolves second-rounder — was so intriguing for me to create because Spagnolo, who has been dubbed the “Italian Ricky Rubio,” has the same timeline as Minott but for the opposite reasons.