Joakim Noah was selected by the Chicago Bulls as the ninth overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft. Joakim Noah and his teammates at Florida, Corey Brewer and Al Horford, all drafted through the ninth pick, became the highest picked trio from the same college in the history of the NBA. Horford was chosen third overall by the Atlanta Hawks, and Brewer was chosen seventh overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Joakim Noah is extremely long, fluid/mobile player who runs the court like a guard. For his size, Joakim Noah is a surprisingly a solid ball handler. This becomes evident when he gets the ball in the high post and dribbles past his man for a lay-up. High energy player who plays games with great passion and intensity. Joakim Noah has a great lateral quickness which enables him to be an excellent help defender when the perimeter defense breaks down. Great motor, constantly moves without the ball in his hands trying to get open. Passing ability is top notch for a player at his position. Displays good touch around the basket. Joakim Noah is an excellent finisher in transition where he converts with ease. Offensively he has two crucial physical tools which will facilitate his back to the basket development: long arms and good hands. Thanks to his aggressive play, Joakim Noah does a good job of drawling fouls from the opposition. Tough minded person who possess a warrior attitude in that he loves to compete and never backs down from physical play. Joakim Noah is a great rebounder who understands how to use his frame and long arms. Joakim Noah shows great body control as he is able to get knocked around and still finish.
Matthew Maurer - 12/13/2006
Full Name: Joakim Noah
Birthday: February 25, 1985
Birth Place: New York, New York
Height: 6 foot 11in
Weight: 232 pounds
High School: Lawrenceville School, New Jersey
College Team: Florida Gators
NBA Team: Chicago Bulls
Position: Forward |
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Joakim Noah plays with great energy and passion. A fierce competitor, has the same drive to win as his tennis great father Yannick Noah. Joakim Noah has a great leadership ability, inspires his teammates to raise their level of play. Passes well from the high post, or when doubled inside. Joakim Noah ability to create shots for others is rare for a big. Has shown tremendous improvement from his freshman to sophomore season. Incredibly long wing span allows him to get dunks and rebounds that most players could not. A finesse player with good fluidity and agility in the open floor. Touch is decent around the basket. Joakim Noah is a good shot blocker because of his length. Raises his level of play in important games.
Aran Smith - 3/23/2006
