Offense
Strengths
• Quick release and great range on jump shot
• Sees the floor well – good passer
• Shoots well off of screens or off dribble
• Plays in control – handles pressure well
Weaknesses
• Needs to penetrate and draw fouls more
• Lacks explosiveness
• Average ballhandler
Defense
Strengths
• Good perimeter defender
• Anticipates the ball well
Weaknesses
• Lacks speed and lateral movement
• Needs to be more physical defender
• Has played almost exclusively zone defense – how are his man-to-man principles?
Analysis
Rautins has been a great story in college basketball this season. While its been said that he was given a scholarship out of high school as a sign of respect for his father, former Syracuse great Leo Rautins, Andy has developed into a professional-caliber player through an incredible work ethic. Offense is where Rautins shines. He is a threat to shoot from anywhere, and his shot is quick and consistent. This season he played as a combo-guard and he had the opportunity to show his court vision and passing skills. His biggest weakness on the offensive end is that he tends to stay on the perimeter, so defenders can play tight on him. On defense, Rautins is a good perimeter defender and does a good job keeping players in front of him, though he lacks ideal speed and lateral movement. He does a good job knowing where he should be on the court. While he doesn’t have the all-around game to be a NBA starter, he has the work ethic and shooting ability to be a valuable role player.
- Ed Isaacson
