There’s a Problem With Scoot Henderson 

the majority of this rookie class is extremely talented regardless, even if some don’t find immediate success they will reach the expectations people set for them eventually

Scoot has had vision problems for however long and has still been a successful player. Now that he has the goggles, his stats have been up. I am giving him time to adjust to this change before I even think of bust. Give the dude some time.

SGA averaged 10 and 3 as a rookie look where he is now

I really want Scoot to shine... and I pray he does. I wish him a successful career. The start has been terrible so far, but I just love the guy and want to see him flourish.

I love how you make your videos a story that starts negative but by the end leaves us with hope for the player or topic being discussed

The people who didn’t like the miller pick obviously didn’t watch him very closely in college. Dude was the alpha on a very good Alabama team, was a threat to shoot the ball from any spot on the court, and his open 3 point percentage (where a defender is 7 feet or more away) was around 50-60 percent. Dude is that immediate 3&D rookie who could develop into a severe bucket getter as he gets used to the NBA

He's a rookie give him time Scoot will be great

Casey you are correct! Learning the PG position is hard enough but trying to learn it on an NBA level makes it almost impossible.

Great video. Very informative and well presented.

The problem is a lot of people said the Spurs should have DRAFTED HIM OVER WEMBY, and a lot of people said he was the most ready NBA prospect in the 2023 class, that is why people call him a bust.

I like how you dig into history to make points about today. Ie Hornets draft pick vs Scoot 2 years ago...

Love your content! Keep on going

Great work as always, top notch nba coverage. You dont push hype for clicks

Amazing vid as always

Great video man!

I'm sure he will bounce bad, but this just shows you it doesn't matter how good you are in the G league or in college or overseas your game may not translate as well as you think it's just crazy to think that you could be the man and then you can't but it will take him time I'm sure he will bounce back

Being a rookie point guard is hard enough, especially at 19. I remember being super excited for Gary Payton when I was a kid, and being disappointed that 1st year thinking he was a bust. I would not sweat it but he should have been coming off the bench from the jump.

I don’t think I heard anyone describe scoot as a “generational talent“ 💀 in fact all the scouting reports were constantly detailing his downsides (such as his struggles shooting). Lucky for him tho, he has many years to improve

Thank you for giving examples

Spot on analysis per usual, PG is absolutely one of the hardest positions to play in sports, similar to a QB in football. Controlling the tempo and flow of the game at NBA speed is something that takes time and development. Where a lot of these ROY candidates have experienced PG's that are actually helping make their case by getting them the ball in transition, and setting up great looks at the basket for easy buckets. Scoot has an incredibly high ceiling, and he's got a work ethic and maturity to match it. His defense is already fairly impressive, whereas Dame was essentially a turnstile. If Scoot can become a solid three-point threat, he's going to be difficult to manage for defenses next year, as defenders sag off him and clog passing lanes, not only because he's not a consistent threat from deep, but he's so explosive that playing close coverage on him, he's always a threat to blow by you. He was destined to go through the school of hard knocks this year, but he'll come out the other side better for it. I expect he'll make a significant jump in his sophomore year, similar to Shaedon. The Blazers are exciting, and that combo of Shaedon and Scoot could be an exciting tandem for years to come. Mike Schmitz is very good at evaluating NBA level talent, and I don't think he missed the mark with Scoot.

Looks like Michael Jordan made the right decision so far drafting Brandon Miller over Scoot Henderson. Lets hope scoot figures it out.

Very nuanced take. Thanks

Love this channel! Been watching for about over a year now, if only you could make your videos longer or even a second channel!

Great takes tbh. Subbed

I love am hoops we need longer vids 😂🔥

People think everybody should instantly be really good players. Scoot putting up numbers similar to Brandon Ingram did his rookie year. Ingram didn’t get going until the end of the year once he started to get use to the league. He carried it into the next year

« Scoot is more NBA ready, hes the real deal 🤓☝🏻 »

And people said Charlotte pick the wrong draft player y'all better say sorry to MJ 😭

He is a rookie guard, he will be great eventually. He started with an injury and dealt with poor eye sight. In 3/4 years he will be one of the best guards of the league

It’s a bit early for talk of bust, but yeah he was suppose to come in ready after playing in G league for two years.

It’s been 20 games y’all cmon

I watched a video today about the 2020 bubble at the beginning of this video without meaning to he explained why the bubble is harder. Fans make a difference, good or bad. They're very much needed.

Love that you’re saying give him time. He has the right mentors and attitude. He needs time to settle in. He’ll get there

Bro ur content is always lit. Keeps me in the loop with these teams that honestly don’t watch.

Amazing content keep going. NEVER BACK DOWND NEVER WHAT?

#BringBackCheckItOut Hey A.M. Hoops! Huge fan of your basketball content - I watch every video and love them all. 🏀👏 But I've gotta admit, I really miss you saying "CHECK IT OUT" at the end. Please bring it back! It added that extra excitement to your awesome videos. Keep up the great work! 🙌

I love Scoot and hope he finds his way 🙏

The problem with A.M. Hoops is he always sees the problem. LOL Give him some time bro. Not all rookies are the same.

He got shut down during his gleauge stint. I was hoping to see him in Austin but he wasn't available last season. I see the speed. I didn't get to see his shooting.

You said if they suck on the Ignite they get more minutes, and they don't have to worry about getting benched. You could say that about any star in the NBA, especially high drafted rookies who teams hope will eventually be good. If teams want to draft players regardless of how they perform in the G League or college, isn't that a lack of incentive as well? A lot of 1st round picks play 1 year of college, and it doesn't matter how well they do; they're already shoo-ins for the 1st round because they were highly scouted in high school. They also play by different rules with a different 3 point line. The G League is meant to replicate the NBA. A lot of the guys there already played in college, and some are even 1st round picks. There's a championship too. Let's compare his first 11 G League games to his first 11 NBA games: 2021-2022 G League showcase: 24.4 MIN 14 PTS 10.6 FGA 43.6 FG% 17.4 3P% 5 REB 3.6 AST 2.6 TOV 3.1 PF 7-4 W/L 26.5 USG% 2023-2024 NBA: 25.1 MIN 9.2 PTS 10.1 FGA 35.1 FG% 20.5 3P% 2.6 REB 4.2 AST 3.2 TOV 4.2 PF 5-6 W/L 23.4 USG% To me, this suggests that the stats carry over. Maybe players get more coaching in college, but I don't think you can blame Scoot's NBA performance on the G League. You're responsible for your own improvement.

He’ll be fine. Players develop at different speeds. As long as he’s putting in the work, it will click and his talent will shine.

There's so much room and time for him to develop on this Portland team. He's gonna be really good in a year or two. Just needs time to adjust to the pace and physicality. Also time to work on his shot.

To be fair, Scoot has been good in other aspects of the game like assists and rebounds. The major issue is shooting and I think is just a matter of time until he blossoms in that aspect. He started with an injury which didn’t help and hasn’t even played 30 games. Give time and he will be great

This is why I subscribe!

Man you really do a great and professionally insightful job on all of your vids.

0:20 Wemby is not just the tallest player in the league but has also been playing pro ball since he was 15 and the Spurs 1st option on offense. Generational Talent. Henderson is the Blazers 6th man. Yeah he was the 3rd pick but he has WAY better vets in front of him right now. And the role he is filling is needed.

Scoot is easily my favorite rookie right now and I hope he plays better later in the season

Bruh I didn't like your videos before loo NOW I do lol. Great insight 😂 You forgot to mention that he's been having eye issues, that's why he's getting adjusted to his goggles.

Jaime jaquez junior has been amazing… maybe make a video on how much of a steal he was for the heat

Scoot is going to be a demon. Just give him time. Look at how much better his stats are compared to when he started.

I’ll give him 2 to 3 seasons before evaluating if he’s a bust or not. Like you said, raw rookie and playing at the toughest position (PG).

can you make a video on the in season tournament

Those points you made about the G league vs college are very valid, made the G league alternative sound like a terrible idea lol

ok, ill take ur word for it.

Scoot’s gonna be a badass, and he’s improving every game.

Dropped Scoot Henderson for Herbert Jones two weeks ago. I couldnt have been happier.

-A top 5 pick becoming a bust is more common than not. -it’s still very early in his career.

I have faith in Scoot. I feel like he should really work out with Steph his mentor during the off season. Work on his shooting, handles & off ball game. Seeing how the Blazers have some guys who stay glued on the rock. Scoot can still be effective off the ball.

You literally cannot describe a rookie player as a bust in their FIRST year playing. That’s the definition of overreacting. If they’re ass they’re ass but you can’t write them off after 20 games.

I like your Nike hoodie. Looking fresh!

I had so much confidence in Scoot. I feel so dumb thinking he would be better than Wemby before. Not that I doubted Wemby but I really thought and its still possible that he would have serious injuries with that height and frame but after seeing him doing yoga and all types of crazy stretches he night actually stay relatively healthy and have a long career and they were right that hes a generational talent. His team knows what there doing. Scoot shows me not to put much stock in anyone coming from the g league although I thought the Thompson twins would be bad to start coming from whatever that program they were at was but Ausar looks like he's gonna be amazing, already an elite defender. I still think Scoot can become an elite pg but he's not what I imagined he'd be, thought he would come in killing it.

Scoot just looks nervous as hell out there. He’s improving recently but guards always have a hard time adjusting

1:31 josh primo knows what that means.

👍 Yo i agree he just needs time to adjust. Im a big Portland Fan and if we know anything its patience with new players. Lets go Blazers!! 💪💯🏀

Nobody ever talks about his defense! He has great instincts, great positioning and is willing to play hard on defense. Advanced defensive stats actually love him, once he chills out with the reach fouls and refs eat their whistles a bit with him he’s gonna be a strong plus defender.

It's funny in that Bucks game with all the misses by his teammates on good looks. Basketball is such a rhythm game and what that says to me is that his teammates don't know what to expect from an erratic Scoot play-to-play, which is obviously a big fat negative for your PG. If you don't really expect to get a pass then you're not totally prepping for it, so when it comes you (even if it's a great look) it can be a little surprising and you may not be totally prepped to catch-and-shoot. Part of why guys like Trae, Halliburton, and even Tyus Jones are so successful is their teammates expect and are prepared to become involved at any time. Those guys are legit PG's, orchestrating their team's music on the floor. As Scoot's teammates get more familiar with his tendencies they'll probably make more shots, but the question about whether he's really a conductor has yet to be answered.

The numbers and stats are there to provide info and aid the coaches in decision making and should not be an indication of bust. You still have to look at the player beyond the numbers.

Good in dept video about a rookie hitting the rookie wall, to just end up being just fine in the leauge very very entertaining. Now do a video about how Nikola Jokic who is having so far the best season of anyone EVER in NBA history and how he has the Potential to become the GOAT when hes all done playing.

Solid take, he’s a baller for sure

Scoot was my favorite rookie coming into the draft, he still has a lot of time to get better.

I think people forgot that it takes time for some point guard. Lonzo for example average 10 7 7 in his rookie year if you wants the whole game he was good but it didnt translate to the stats sheet until after a couple of years when he finally got his 3s to go down and then injury happened

Anything's possible. Kobe had a luckluster rookie season and became an all-star the next season.

He's gonna be good. Just give him a year.

He is just one of those Johnny Flynn type player.. 😂

Does anyone know the background music from 5:39 to 6:09??

Its the beginning he will get better

Nice dig early at Trae, let’s also mention that he hit a clutch floater right in Wemby’s face and won the game.

I'm glad you had that ending lol

You definitely made me see this in a different light lol

I see scoot developing himself in a year and a half and he will be good. I predict he demanding a trade in the future and when he shines it will probably be with another team

Calling him a bust right now is as ridiculous as calling wemby a future HOFer

Can we do a Dereck lively II video pls

People begin seeing the whole picture around basketball again. The next step that us basketball culture need to take in order to gain quality basketball again, is to get kids to stay in college at least two years. College is also time for getting physically and mentally mature enough, and to develop basketball. All the one and done players are still kids so they could learn to play better and more competitive badketball.

I know scoot is struggling but he will be a superstar eventually ❤❤

As a Blazers fan, I’m so sad to see this video

Trailblazers stxpid ....passed on Jordan now this 🤦🏾‍♂️I'm from Milwaukee thanks👍🏾

If Scoot worked as hard as his agent did when we were seeing crazy ass articles saying, “The Pelicans should trade Zion for #2 pick”, then he’d be fine right now.

We all thought scoot was gonna be averaging like 16 points but his numbers are low because hes still a rookie give him some time to adjust to the NBA and scoot is gonna be a star soon!!!

Why are all of bros vids so negative? Like damn is everybody career over? 💀

He's still elite. Maybe top 5 guard in the west right now.

Saying Kuminga hasn’t broken out yet isn’t completely accurate because he’s playing well and has improved every year he’s just in GSW so he’s behind their established players

If you want to prep for nba without going to college go to Europe or Australia

In his first year in the G he was 17% from 3 holy shit 🤔 dude was shooting bricks all year that’s insane

Big hornets fan here and I was on team scoot...but im happy to be wrong because brandon miller is looking really good. I think its wrong for the league to be focused on wemby/chet and ignoring miller. I think injuries is the reason scoot is struggling? Maybe he will get it together next season? Can my boy miller get some RESPECT!(by the league, not by you lol)

Nice.

Solid take. Think the same thing.

Wemby has been a bust aswell. They said he was a generational talent but hes just an ok player and a bad small forward

Mark Cuban was right, AAU and overtime ball culture ruining future NBA players, not saying they can’t be good, but players are coming less and less NBA ready, no more fundamentals and playing as a team

Love you bro, can we please get a offseason video or a video addressing why the grizz are so bad

And everyone was mad that he was not taking secound in the first round of the draft