Brandon Ashley

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Class: 2012
Position: F
Height/Weight: 6'8"/220
Location: Oakland,
Highschool: Findlay Prep
AAU: Oakland Soldiers
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Strengths

Ashley has an impressive frame with great length and he has broad shoulders too boot. Athletically, he has good quickness, bounce, and excellent timing around the basket. He has very good feet and utilizes the spin move in the post to free him from defenders. His ball skills have improved as has his touch out to 17-feet. Due to his length and blossoming skills, his potential at the 4/3 is terrific. Defensively, he uses his savvy and very long arms to block shots at a consistent rate.

Weaknesses

Although Ashley has improved there are still areas of his development that need attention. In terms of fundamentals, he still brings the ball far too often prior to finishing and his footwork is unpolished (gets off balance or travels). In addition, he has a tendency to play in spurts and needs to learn how to play tougher and with more physicality at both ends of the floor.

Schools of Interest

Arizona
UCLA
Kentucky
Oregon