Chen Yu had been deeply impressed by Iguodala back at the prospect training camp.
At the time, Chen Yu's team was unanimous in their assessment: he had the potential to become a top-tier wing defender.
First, at 6'6" with a 6'11" wingspan, his length is excellent.
His athleticism is also outstanding, especially his explosive leaping ability.
A quick jump is a must-have quality for an elite defender.
He also has great lateral quickness, which is incredibly useful for defending drives.
And because he started playing basketball late—only in his third year of high school—his skills were less polished. This meant he was more willing to share the ball and focus on defense rather than prioritizing offense.
A player like that is a natural fit to be a defensive stopper on the wing, camp out in the corner for open threes, and drive to the basket for a score in crucial moments.
You could say he just needs to be developed using the Marion template.
