Offense
Strengths
• Tremendous offensive rebounder
• Active around the basket
• Finds ways to score
• Very athletic
• Runs the floor and fills lanes well
Weaknesses
• Awkward movements in the post
• Needs to get stronger
• Shot selection – when to shoot and when to pass in the post
Defense
Strengths
• Goes aggressively after rebounds
• Strong shot-blocker for his size
• Very active – can guard in the post and on the perimeter
Weaknesses
• Lacks discipline – leaves man alone too often
• Needs to get stronger to guard in the post
Analysis
Faried has become an interesting prospect to NBA teams. He is a high energy, unorthodox players who finds ways to score and rebound. On offense, he is a tremendous offensive rebounder and is a great finisher in transition. He is undersized for a power forward, but uses his athleticism to out-hustle others to loose ball and open spots. When he sets up in the post, he often makes awkward moves. On defense, Faried is a good shot blocker and rebounder, though he needs to become a more physical defender in the post. With some more coaching, Faried should be able to harness his athleticism into more effective play.
- Ed Isaacson
