2010 NBA Draft: Top 10 Combo Forward Prospects

SI Staff | Jun 18, 2010

2010 NBA Draft: Top 10 Combo Forward Prospects

Al-Farouq Aminu

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How do you define a "Combo Forward" prospect? These guys are big small forwards or face-up power forwards in small-ball lineups who can operate in transition, switch onto the perimeter defensively and crash the glass. Al-Farouq Aminu Wake Forest, Sophomore Small Forward/Power Forward 6-8, 210 pounds, 19 years old Super athlete who can rebound like a power forward, defend multiple positions and is a terror in transition.

Damion James

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Texas, Senior Small Forward/Power Forward 6-7, 225 pounds, 22 years old Tough, aggressive forward with solid offensive ability and outstanding rebounding skills.

Stanley Robinson

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UConn, Senior Small Forward/Power Forward 6-9, 225 pounds, 21 years old Super long and athletic forward who excels in transition and can defend multiple positions.

Devin Ebanks

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West Virginia, Sophomore Small Forward/Power Forward 6-8, 205 pounds, 20 years old Defensive specialist with a nice feel for the game and solid potential.

Pablo Aguilar

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CB Granada, 1989 International Power Forward 6-8, 210 pounds, 21 years old Tough, aggressive power forward who can space the floor and brings plenty of international experience to the table.

Charles Garcia

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Seattle University, Junior Power Forward 6-10, 230 pounds, 21 years old Physically impressive power forward with rare shot-creating and ball-handling skills.

Darington Hobson

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New Mexico, Junior Small Forward/Power Forward 6-7, 205 pounds, 22 years old Skilled, productive forward with strong ball-handling and playmaking skills.

Trevor Booker

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Clemson, Senior Power Forward 6-7, 215 pounds, 22 years old Extremely tough and athletic forward who lacks size but brings great intensity.

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ratiopharm Ulm, 1989 International Small Forward 6-10, 210 pounds, 21 years old Oversized wing player with one of the sweetest shooting strokes in this draft class.

Latavious Williams

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Tulsa 66ers, Automatically Eligible (would-be freshman) Power Forward 6-8, 190 pounds, 21 years old Long and athletic combo forward who ranked as the D-League's most prolific rebounder as a would-be college freshman.