Okay, so let’s talk about Scoot Henderson, specifically his wingspan. This dude has been on my radar for a while now, and I’ve been digging into what makes him tick. I started by watching a bunch of his games, you know, just to get a feel for his overall playstyle.
What jumped out at me right away was his athleticism. The guy’s explosive, got a quick first step, and just glides around the court. But here’s the thing, he’s only 6’2″, which is kinda short for a point guard in the NBA. I thought, “How’s he gonna hold his own against these giants?” That’s when I started looking into his wingspan.
I found out that he’s got a 6’9″ wingspan. I was like, “Whoa, that’s a plus seven, that’s crazy!” That means he’s got the reach of a guy much taller than he actually is. I mean, that helps to compensate for the lack of height, right?
After I learned about his wingspan, I went back and watched those games again. And let me tell you, it changed everything. I started noticing how he used that wingspan to his advantage.
- Defense: I saw him getting his hands in the passing lanes, deflecting balls, and generally disrupting the other team’s offense. He might be short, but he plays like he’s way bigger.
- Finishing at the rim: With that wingspan, he can extend and finish over taller defenders. I saw him taking contact, absorbing bumps, and still getting the shot up and in.
- Rebounding: It is said he can use his long arms to snatch rebounds out of the air, even against bigger guys. That’s a huge asset for a point guard.
Recently, I read something interesting about Scoot getting corrective lenses. Apparently, his eyesight wasn’t that bad, but he started wearing contacts or glasses. He said it made a difference, even though he’s still young, and that it has helped his performance.
I went back to watch some of his more recent games, you know, after he got the new eyesight thing. I wanted to see if I could notice any changes in his game. I did see some improvements in his shooting, especially from beyond the arc. His spatial awareness seems enhanced, he can act on his feel more effectively now.
The conclusion
Now, let me be clear, I’m not saying he’s a perfect player. He’s still young, still learning, and still developing. He’s not putting up crazy numbers yet, but he’s showing flashes of brilliance. But that wingspan, combined with his athleticism and improving vision, that’s a recipe for something special. I think we might be seeing a new style of point guard, one who doesn’t rely on height but on reach, agility, and court awareness. I’m excited to see what he does in the future, for real.
