Keith Bridges is an athletic versatile player that has a combination of technical and fundamental mechanics that
can play many positions on the court. A disciplined player that has great experience and knowledge of both the USA and international
game of basketball...Very smart decision making on the court... Plays hard during practice/training sessions and raises his
play during game matches. His long arms, unbelievable jumping ability, quicknesss, and knowledge are assets to his offensive
and defensive skills. Keith is also the type of player that can make those players around him better.
On offense Keith is a very deadly shooter and scorer with pin point accurate passing and leadership. Impressive/accurate
shooting technique from inside the paint out to 25-27 feet away from the goal...UNLIMITED range on jump shot and can score by
shooting over defenders or driving hard to the basket. Great shooter from 8 to 15 feet from basket. Leaps high
above the rim to provide extra opportunities during offensive rebounds most of the time dunking the ball back in the goal. As
a post player has variety of moves with great hands, footwork, and when double team knows how to find the open teammate for
easy scoring opportunities. Despite appearance and frame, Keith actually is a strong, smart player not afraid to battle inside
in post up situations able to score and draw fouls from his defenders when given the chance to do so.
Defensively he is a great shot blocker on the ball and away from the ball as well. Good at obtaining rebounding
positioning on the floor during boxing out and then leaping high over the goal to get the rebound over opponents. Capable
of doing battle with post players in the paint or guarding smaller forward or guard players. His quickness, great
vertical leap, long arms, knowledge, and foot speed makes him an intimadating presence on defense.
Throughout international career in France, Argentina, and Australia has been very effective and ranked statistically
amoung the top leaders in league played. Has great attitude as well as character on and off the court. Also enjoys community
relations with the basketball supporters, kids, and juniors in all of the countries he has played. A huge upside both on and
off the court.
RESEARCH BY PLAYING POSITION
Position 3 (Small Forward): Keith is extremely comfortable playing at
the small forward three position. At this position his athleticism and versatility is a real asset to the team. Can defend
and contain perimeter players with success while opposing perimeter players have difficulty defending him due to
his height and agility on the perimeter or posting in low post. A deadly accurate three point shooter and scorer that will
assist the Power Forward and Center in rebounding and create easy scoring opportunities for post players. A natural position
for Keith on all levels of play.
NBA player comparisons at the small forward position
Position 4 (Power Forward): At the Power Forward position Keith's big
jump, long arms, positioning, and basketball knowlege can contribute to the teams success. May not look like the typical Power
Forward due to slender stature but during college seasons he received instructions on how to play in the post as
a slender player by former NBA Houston Rockets players Caldwell Jones (Albany State), Major Jones (Albany State), and Charles Jones (Albany State). All of whom also was considerd slender as Power Forward and Center players in the NBA but was known for good
successful defensive and offensive strategies which they passed on to the players at Albany State. Keith can be very
efficient and effective in the appropriate teams systems at the Power Forward / Center positions but greatly depends on level
of competition of the country. During most situations has very little problem defensing players taller than him but taller
players have difficulty defending him in the post.
NBA player comparisons at the power forward position
Position 2 (Shooting Guard): From the two postion Keith can use his overall
versatility to put the ball on the floor and drive under control to the basket and also be the secondary ball handler. Able
to free himself up off of picks and get space from the defender. Has had career of absolutely memorable performances in the
clutch with his shooting and defense at this position.
NBA player comparisons at the shooting guard position
Position 1 (Point Guard): Not a natural position for Keith. Played point
guard position one time during university career and lead team to victory against the
No. 1 team in the nation giving that team its only loss of the season. Keith had 20 points, 10 rebounds,
7 assist, and 3 block shots that match. Can handle the ball well enough not to turnover to opposition and progress
up court. Has the court vision, passing, and decision making skills of a true point guard and also at 6'7" can get very low
on defense to guard and contain a shorter, quicker natural point guard. Low turnover to assist ratio. Does not look to score
or shoot at this position only look to be a playmaker and set other team mates up to score and play defense.
NBA player comparisons at the point guard position
