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Omer Kutluays highlights of yesterdays game...
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The second game against host Romania U16 was very fun to watch. 97 points against partly unfairly hard playing Romanian team.
Karutasu shot the lights out and played an amazing game as well as Demir Ozturk. Omer Kutluay ran out of gas in the second half but he showed his skill to punish doubles on top. Karutasu is a very clear shooter but does not show any ability to create his 3 pointer shot. (Would make him a lottery pick). He is very secure with the ball but he might change the direction a bit and if he can add a post up play on top a complete potential really.
Bora Simsek showed glimpses of his talent today but I expect loads more of him.
Generally spoken, very good prep games so far. I liked how the team answered to hard plays and we also have very good ft shooter. This team will play for gold.
Omer Kutluay and Darius Karutasu clear NBA prospects
Demir Ozturk looks like a very solid guy for Europe.Comment
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Yes, very very promising guard. For a 16yo impressive pose and decision making and that's the key. He has elite vision, feel and decision making timing. He is also has very impressive handles and flexibility (like he spins at the right time, doesn't bump into the wall and with good shiftness never stops running the game). Probably enough of explosiveness for a potentially world class material, even though there are some question marks here, but I believe he has enough poise, feel and craftiness to compensate the lack of top notch athleticism if there will be any of that. What I'm missing - softer shooting touch. His shoot is not super smooth and a bit flat. He can shoot, but his shooting is not special at this point. He can still improve that a lot in 3-4 years. Jakucionis shot as 16yo wasn't all that great, but he elevating it to next level in 1,5 years basically and now has amazing form. I would want a bit more toughness, motor and intensity in him. He plays more with pace and poise and certain grace, but you also wanna now if he has killer's mentality in him. He seems very calm player. That can be advantage and disadvantage.Originally posted by Toruko View Post
Extremely promising big talent, but ATM still too soon to say if it's a transcendent player. Today I would say YES. But it's all about how the guy will translate to next levels. Specially how he will look being 18-19yo. Some guys looses their upside at that age exactly. If he will constantly improve like Topic or Jakucionis has been doing, he will be heading to the NBA. I think he has the tools, but there might be injuries as with all Turkish guards recently (I think his dad will assure his working and eating ethics though) or some slumps of development. Those top tier world class players never take any set backs, they go full force forward. We'll see if Omer is one of them.LTU NT will snatch Eurobasket 2029 title with this roster:
Jokubaitis, Marciulionis, Laurencikas
Indrusaitis, Brazdeikis, Rubstavicius
Buzelis, Lelevicius
Murauskas, Sirvydis
Tubelis, KrivasComment
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The only thing that Omer Kutluay lacks at this point is a true sign that he can create his three point shot. I love his all time focus and his relentless motor but he is also not the headless guy. His biggest strength is not his shot but he will be able to easily create his shot when he adds some strength. I could really not ask for more. He is also in great shape. He made 3 games in 3 days and played in two of them more than 35 minutes in average and didnt show any exhaustion. My biggest hope is him being ready for a role in the NT. I dont expect a Doncic role 2017 but he should be inserted asap. Considering his age hell add two more inches at least. Will help him especially on the defensive end.Comment
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Overall view after three prep games:
two of three opponents were at least solid. Slovenian U16 team was great in technical terms and individual skill set. Wouldnt be surprised at all if the Slovenian team reaches the semi finals next summer.
This Turkish team of the 2009 generation is really exceptional talented again. We can just compare the 2002 year with Alperen Sengun, David Mutaf and Tibet Gorener and the 95 generation with Cedi Osman and Kenan Sipahi. The 2004 generation was a very restricted team offensively but great on the defensive end.
We will have to wait at least two years to draw a trustworthy conclusion. At the moment we have Omer Kutluay and Karutasu as NBA prospects. Karutasu will probably end up as a point forward with 6'9 or 6'10 length and huge wingspan and fast legs. He is not as fluid as Demir Dogan or has top notch athleticism but has a great shot and great ball control. He should add some moves to change the direction though. Very promising atm. With a creator like Kutluay on his side hell make tons of shots and hell also get tons of Div I college offers.
Demir Ozturk has a very mature game for his age and he brings everything what this team needs. Rebounding, passing, court vision and shooting. He could turn out to be a great piece for Europe. Again a great asset for Europe from Efes.
Bora Simsek is also very talented but struggled with final decisions and the kid lacks resolve. He gives me Eray Buyukcangaz vibes. Too calm and too careless but surely very talented.
Emir Karabulut: very raw big, will dominate the rebounds just because of his length and fast legs and unlike our other bigs he can make fts but he does not like contact and struggles finishing at the rim. Still, we have better bigs than last summer. He has upside and this explains why Barcelona signed him two years ago. Unfortunately, he has no rolling routine.
There are solid role player potentials as well. Liked Omer Shik and Tibet Doruk Evin as well.
Generally spoken, very disciplined defensive team with huge offensive upside. We reached 90+ points in every game easily and defended very well. Unlike the other teams this team can make high percentage fts.
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You mean this summer? If he can score 15ppg in U18 it will be a success. It's long long journey. He would be tiered into many pieces if he steps on PRO court. He's no where close. If he's transcendent prospect, he may wave some towels on the bench in 2027 WC if Turkey will make it.Originally posted by Toruko View Post
In 2029 he will be 20yo. That most likely will be his start of campaign in the NT.LTU NT will snatch Eurobasket 2029 title with this roster:
Jokubaitis, Marciulionis, Laurencikas
Indrusaitis, Brazdeikis, Rubstavicius
Buzelis, Lelevicius
Murauskas, Sirvydis
Tubelis, KrivasComment
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Well, it depends on our situation and development of the PG position but he is so talented that 2027 wc is a serious target for him.Originally posted by Straight forward View PostComment
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There were some concern about Melih Tunca signing for TT Ankara and I have watched the first half of Tofas vs. TT Ankara. He played 9 minutes and contributed 5 points and 2 assists. He looks very secure on the court. He made two mistakes attacking the rim or lets say he didnt know what to do near the rim but its a learning process. All that I can say is he is developing in the right direction. He can handle the pressure bringing the ball and he controls the ball and the pace very well.
Hell probably pop up next season.
And despite being skinny he played very solid defense.Comment
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The Turkish U16 NT has won the prep tournament in Romania with three wins over a very strong Slovenia, host Romania and Bulgaria. It was a great tournament with hustle and effort on both ends of the games. The roles of the players became more visible.
Darius Karutasu became the MVP of the tournament and Omer Kutluay the best scorer but Omer should have been the MVP
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Omer looks A LOT smaller than darius.... he's probably 190 max....Originally posted by Toruko View PostComment
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Omer is a PG and is slightly above 190cm Darius is 201cm and will probably end up between 206cm - 208cm. Different player types and we dont want Omer to be taller than 195.Originally posted by Ibo View PostComment
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Yes, because 2 best PGs in the game today are 198cm (Luka, SGA)Originally posted by Toruko View Post
LTU NT will snatch Eurobasket 2029 title with this roster:
Jokubaitis, Marciulionis, Laurencikas
Indrusaitis, Brazdeikis, Rubstavicius
Buzelis, Lelevicius
Murauskas, Sirvydis
Tubelis, KrivasComment
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Luka should be 6'7 and you are taking again two anomalies that come talent wise every 100 years once or twice. Most of the PG lose fluidity and have less ball control with more height. The best offense and defense height for a play making PG is around 194-196cm.Originally posted by Straight forward View Post
Yes, because 2 best PGs in the game today are 198cm (Luka, SGA)Comment
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