NBA scout says Jimmer Fredette 'has no future in the NBA'

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Published: Saturday, Oct. 27 2012 12:00 p.m. MDT

Sacramento Kings guard Jimmer Fredette, left, shoots under pressure from Los Angeles Clippers guard Randy Foye during the first half of their NBA basketball game, Saturday, April 7, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

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Summary

Check out this assessment of Jimmer Fredette by an NBA scout, who says Fredette is destined for a career in Europe.

If only Jimmer Fredette can do in the NBA what he did in college, he will be a sensation.

That's how a lot of basketball fans viewed things a couple of years ago.

But actually, that plan isn't looking so good. The Jimmer has been doing what he did in college — and it hasn't worked with the Sacramento Kings. Those concerns about his ability to play the point? His defense?

They were real.

But don't trust us. Check out this assessment by an NBA scout, who says Fredette is destined for a career in Europe.

"Jimmer Fredette will be in Europe in a year or two. He has no future in the league. None. He can't create his own shot, he has a hard time coming off screens for a shot and he's not a point guard."

Read more about Jimmer Fredette's pro future on Sports Illustrated.

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Montana Mormon

Miles City, MT

Here's hoping that scout gets Jimmered. :-)

2:45 p.m. Oct. 27, 2012
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WhatsInItForMe

Orem, Utah

It appears 90% of you, including that NBA scout, didn't watch Jimmer's college career from the start.

1. Jimmer is driven, which many NBA players aren't. The driven excel, the rest just keep making teams.

2. In More..

10:23 a.m. Oct. 28, 2012
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teleste

Austin, TX

40 free throws against Wyoming and 50 points against Air Force DOES NOT an NBA player make.

2:11 p.m. Oct. 27, 2012
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