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I saw an interesting stat somewhere regarding center size coming into the NBA.  Livey is actually one of the bulkier guys at his age.  Tyson Chandler for example, was much skinnier coming into NBA.

I’m not aware of the stat but I wouldn’t be surprised.  For me it’s less about the weight only and more about the weight, height, experience, and age.  I think Tyson was 225 and I believe one of the weaknesses listed in his draft profile was his underdeveloped body as well.  I would guess that is a fairly common weakness for most 7’ teenagers coming into the NBA.

Like I said, I like Lively and think he will be a solid pro.  It just looks to me like he needs a little maturity.  I believe Tyson played around 235, so it’s not like Lively needs to put on 25 pounds.  He and the Mav’s Tyson aren’t that far apart from a measurables standpoint but I think most would agree the Mav’s Tyson looked like a man and Lively still has a bit of an awkward teenager look.  Personally I don’t think it will take a long time but he is not ready for anywhere close to an 82 game schedule today.

Here is an article I was recently reading regarding Lively’s pre college path.  

https://www.on3.com/teams/kentucky-wildc...ky-target/

Derek’s AAU team director comments that Derek missed his freshman season and was limited his junior season which impacted his development and confidence.  Considering that, it makes me even more optimistic that he is nowhere near his potential upside.