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2007-08 Stats:
EuroLeague

Mock Draft Predictions:
bobcats.com Mock Draft Average: June 18 - No. 20

Highest Prediction: No. 14 - Sporting News/Yahoo

Lowest Prediction: No. 26 - MyNBADraft.com, Ridiculous Upside

What they're saying:
RealGM
"With ample athleticism, an absurdly long wingspan and well-developed skills in nearly every aspect of the game, Batum could certainly develop into the best player on an NBA team. The questions regarding his motor and aggressiveness to dominate appear to be his biggest obstacle between being good and being great. Batum has NBA range on his effective, albeit flawed jumper."

Collegehoops.net
"Batum’s combination of length and athleticism has NBA scouts drooling. Whoever drafts him will have to be patient, but as his game and body matures Batum could be an excellent NBA pro. However, similar to fellow Frechman Boris Diaw, Batum can get you a triple-double one night and then bring nothing to the stat sheet the next – his consistency and aggression level have been questioned."

NBADraft.net
"Agile forward with size, an incredible wingspan, and great all around skills … Has a natural feel for the game, and great physical attributes … Competitive … Team player, but also knows when to take over … Has a diverse offensive game with the ability to pull up off the dribble, hit from outside, and penetrate to the rim … He has huge upside but needs to gain more experience."

Draft Express
“Size for wing player…freakish athleticism…outstanding wingspan…ability to create separation from defender…basketball IQ…court vision…terrific experience playing at highest level of European basketball…stat-stuffing role-player potential.”

HoopsHype.com
"Smooth athlete with physical attributes and a style of play that is tailor made for the NBA. Great length, excellent quickness and superb leaping ability. Still inconsistent, but has terrific upside."