Lakeem Jackson | SF

Jackson is a strong and physical wing that plays with great energy and is in attack mode at all times. He displayed leadership skills when the team needed to be organized in the half court offense or setting up an out of bounds play. Jackson is ambidextrous his attacks off the dribble and shoots with his right hand but shoots free throws with his left. He scores in transition by getting to the rim and is athletic enough to finish above the rim with a clear path. Jackson is a powerful driver that can score through contact on a consistent basis. He is a good ball handler and passer. He repeatedly made good passes to teammates for shots and also passed well on the interior in tight spaces. Jackson is good rebounder on both ends and uses his strength well to obtain great rebounding position. He is good for an offensive put back basket because of his great effort and on defense he is a threat to take it coast to coast. Jackson is an excellent slasher as well and can hit the mid range jumper when open and will take an open three which is an area that he clearly will need to improve. He works hard to defend the ball and does a good job using his body to keep the offensive player in front of him. Jackson is very productive and can do a little bit of every thing well. Should be a good role player and glue guy for the Gamecocks.

Source: Scouts Inc. “Lakeem Jackson” January 2009. Sept.11, 2009

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