Raheem Appleby – The Players Pick

Born: 16.04.1993

Height: 191 cm

Weight: 79 kg

College: Louisiana Tech (’15)

Position: 2/1

Previous Pro Teams:

Apollon Limassol (A1 Cyprus)
Kouvot (Finland Korisliiga)
USK Praha(Czezh Republic)

Czech Cup Final-4 Most Valuable Player (close to quadruple double vs Nymburk in the Final, where he recorded : 36 points – 9 rebounds – 7 assists – 9 fouls drawn)

GAME ANALYSIS : A prolific scoring guard who displays unquestionable talent. Super explosive combo guard, possesses the ability to run the point, as he is a great passer as well. Super athlete. Great first step and devastating speed in the open floor. Jumps out of the gym. Has developed the skills necessary to make an impact offensively on any basketball level. A very talented scorer who excels in the open floor. Loves to push the ball up the floor in transition, and can beat everyone down the floor with his terrific speed. Can turn the corner routinely on the pick and roll due to his first step and tremendous ball handling ability. Very fluid, explosive slasher who can drive in either direction, and does an outstanding job of drawing fouls. Displays a great crossover and is often able to take his man one-on-one. Able to finish at the rim due to his top-class technique and athletic abilities. Excellent at creating contact and drawing fouls. Great decision maker, and clutch player in crucial moments. Excellent off the dribble and in catch and shoot situations. Has a solid midrange game.Uses shot-fakes effectively and really displays a knack for making tough shots. He can make a major impact as a point guard. He can run a half court offense and control tempo.

Great defender with active hands and quick feet. 2x in top-5 steals leaders boards in the first 4 seasons of his pro career.