Jonathan Holmes
PF, 6-8, 240
Junior, 20 years old
Hometown: San Antonio, TX
Season (24 mpg): 13 PPG, 7.3 RPG, 1.3 BPG
51% FG, 35% three-point (2.6 attempts)
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Texas 74, Baylor 69
Wednesday, February 26, 2014 | Frank Erwin Center (Austin, TX)
Jonathan Holmes
Season (24 mpg): 13.3 PPG, 7.4 RPG, 1.3 BPG
52% FG, 37% three-point, 75% FT, 61% True Shooting
Game: 14 pts, 8 rbs, 3 blks
6-11 FG, 1-4 three-point
Outlook: Holmes is one of the more underrated players in the Big 12, if not the entire country. An agile and bouncy forward, he is a perfect compliment to the rugged Cameron Ridley on Texas’ frontline.
I didn’t know much about Holmes entering this game. But he quickly made an impact. In the small sample size, he showcased inside-outside scoring ability, and positional versatility on defense.
Offensively, he can score from the perimeter or the paint. Has a rapidly improving jump shot from all three levels, with a high release point to get a clear attempt. 38% of Holmes’ attempts this season are jump shots, where he’s converting 44% of his attempts. 41% of his attempts are around the basket—a byproduct of cuts, and nifty isolation moves from the foul line—where he’s converting 67%. He’s putting up tremendous numbers this season.
Quick look:
38% of attempts are jump shots; converting 44%; 1.12 PPP ranks in the 862nd percentile
57% around the basket/posting up; converting 57.5%; 1.43 PPP ranks in the 93rd percentile
He has great potential on the pick and pop, and solid athleticism rolling to the hoop.
Defensively, Holmes has good athleticism and quick feet to stay with his man on the interior. He is also long to contest on the perimeter.
All that being said, I must admit I do not fully understand Holmes’ game. Simply put, I didn’t focus on him close enough, or take detailed enough notes. On film and in person, though, he did a little bit of everything, ultimately having a huge impact. If he can sustain this level of production and efficiency, he should eventually surface as versatile forward who does a little bit of everything at a “good” level. I have some concerns about his quickness, but I’ll withhold judgment for now. Consistency is a separator in basketball, and Holmes is on the right path.
Video
14 points vs. Baylor
Misses (6-11)
Crashing Boards
Post Scoring (physical, strong, soft touch)
Shooting
Isolation Defense