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Indiana Basketball: Reviewing old scouting reports of Cody Zeller

By Trevor Gersmehl

DAYTON, OH - MARCH 24: Cody Zeller #40 of the Indiana Hoosiers drives with the ball against Anthony Lee #3 of the Temple Owls in the second half during the third round of the 2013 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at UD Arena on March 24, 2013 in Dayton, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
DAYTON, OH - MARCH 24: Cody Zeller #40 of the Indiana Hoosiers drives with the ball against Anthony Lee #3 of the Temple Owls in the second half during the third round of the 2013 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at UD Arena on March 24, 2013 in Dayton, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) /
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – DECEMBER 15: Cody Zeller #40 of the Charlotte Hornets shoots a free throw in the game against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on December 15, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – DECEMBER 15: Cody Zeller #40 of the Charlotte Hornets shoots a free throw in the game against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on December 15, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) /

Cody Zeller: Bleacher Report scouting report

Bleacher Report’s Aaron Siegal-Eisman wrote a piece on Cody Zeller’s NBA potential back in 2013. Before getting into the meat of the evaluation, Siegal-Eisman revealed he believed Zeller would be an impactful pro because of his all-around game and potential.

He cited Zeller’s efficient scoring in the paint as the main reason why he’d succeed at the NBA level.

"“[Zeller] has a fast inside move that has become difficult for opposing teams to defend,” Siegal-Eisman wrote. “He makes a quick first step to the hoop that leads to buckets, getting fouled or and-one plays.”"

Additionally, Siegal-Eisman cited Zeller’s ability to run the floor as a prime reason he’d succeed in the league.

"“[Zeller] has a fast inside move that has become difficult for opposing teams to defend,” Siegal-Eisman wrote. “He makes a quick first step to the hoop that leads to buckets, getting fouled or and-one plays.”"

He equated this ability to the NBA, suggesting NBA teams value a center who won’t lag behind on offense or defense and can be mobile.

Rebounding was also listed as one of Zeller’s strengths, as he ranked second in the conference in rebounds per game. Siegal-Eisman remarked that Zeller did a good job of gaining muscle and strength, which is ironic because years into his NBA career, Zeller is still seen as rather skinny. The article also applauded Zeller’s ability to shoot free throws at a 75% clip.

As for improvements, the writer listed strength and jump shooting as Zeller’s weaknesses.

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