Noel now in class of 2012

[ken8406]

Number 1 prospect in the class now. Crazy good defender. Seems like he is focusing on Big East schools. Could give Marquette a really hard time in the future.

http://espn.go.com/boston/story/_/id/7531028/top-recruit-nerlens-noel-moves-back-class-2012

Evaluation per ESPN:
Strengths:
An absolutely incredible shot blocker with uncanny defensive instincts. Noel has good size, length, and quick bounce to go along with precise timing and incredible mobility and agility. He is like a one-man zone with his ability to protect the basket inside the paint but is also a threat to fly out to the perimeter and erase mistakes when the situations warrants. Offensively, he has some rapidly emerging tools. He gets a ton of dunks inside the paint, both from guard's penetration and the offensive glass, because he can catch and bounce into the dunk so quickly. He can make a jump hook over either shoulder, is a terrific passer from the low post, and has a quick spin move when facing up.
Weaknesses:
Still lean, Noel needs to continue to fill out his frame in a way in which will keep his mobility intact but allow him to play through contact with more consistently. His offensive game also needs to continue to progress as he can make jump hooks with both feet planted but can rush the shot at times as well. He needs to shoot the ball better from the elbow and short corner and also become a more consistent three-point shooter.
Bottom Line:
He may already be in the best shot-blocker in the country with absolutely uncanny physical gifts and defensive instincts. With a rapidly expanding offensive game, and solid work ethic and good court demeanor, the sky is absolutely the limit.

[GGGG]

If he goes to Syracuse he won't be bothering MU for long.

[APieperFan3]

Click on his name in the article...

...that 'do' puts Jamail and Will Smith to shame! LOL

[BrewCity83]

I don't know what y'all are worried about.  He has been selected by UNC.

[Lighthouse 84]

Click on his name in the article...

...that 'do' puts Jamail and Will Smith to shame! LOL

Is he 6'10" to the top of his head or the top of his hair?