Auburn Basketball’s recent Israel tour showed the Tigers to be one of the tougher defensive teams in the SEC. Here’s a look at the 6-foot-6 freshman wing Chance his Westley debut. This player should be a big contributor to our defensive success.
Auburn Basketball went 2-1 on the exhibition tour in Israel. Freshman Johan Traoré was one of the freshman names that stood out, but former AZ Compass prep star Chance Westley also stood out significantly, especially on the defensive side. In his first show in the Auburn uniform, he recorded his 13 steals in his two wins in his first, demonstrating his ability to plague on the defensive side of the ball.
Westry has emerged as the team’s on-ball defender. tigers In the early stages. Through his two exhibition games in Israel, he has averaged 6.5 spg, including his seven in a recent televised Israeli Select All-Star win against his team. His energy was contagious and was a big part of the run to close out the first half as he extended the lead to double digits before halftime.
He showed in key moments for the Tigers that he was capable of a 90-foot defense and could make opposing players difficult. Bruce Pearl, who is aiming for a rematch in the NCAA Tournament, is definitely smiling as he heads into his 2022-23 season after an international tour.
Westley also finished the game with 18 points, showing his ability to attack the rim and knock down shots on the perimeter and bounce.
In terms of score Westley I averaged 15.5 ppg in my first two wins. In their first win, he scored 13 points on 80% shooting from the field.
KD Johnson and Wendell Green Jr. are both back in Auburn’s backcourt. On the wing he should be a deadly team especially on defense if he can find a role for Westley with his 6-foot-6 height and ability. of the ball.
Westley can defend the 1-3 positions and in some rotations he can defend the 4 spot given his length, athleticism and fearlessness in the paint. While many fans have fallen in love with Johann’s contribution to Traoré, Westley’s defensive tenacity should also continue to attract fans’ attention this season.
