Andrew Wiggins Compares To Paul George

Minnesota Timberwolves‘ rookie Andrew Wiggins, the No.1 overall pick int he 2014 NBA Draft, compares to Indiana Pacers‘ swingman Paul George

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Although they had to part ways with star power forward Kevin Love, dealing him to the

, the Minnesota Timberwolves aren’t upset about the offseason – it landed them the No. 1 overall pick of the 2014 NBA, swingman Andrew Wiggins.

Michael Scotto had high praise for Wiggins, comparing him to Indiana Pacers’ star Paul George.

“He reminded me of Paul George,” an Eastern Conference GM told SheridanHoops. “Paul came in a better off-ball defender than Andrew. He’s probably a good on-ball defender. Paul had a very difficult time handling the ball when he came in and worked on it and their shooting is similar. I’d say Andrew is a hair better athlete and Paul is a little bigger maybe.”

The difference between the two?

“Paul’s got a killer instinct in him and that’s what drove him and will continue to drive him. I just don’t know with Andrew until you see him do it. I suspect he does since he’s gotten to the level he has now.

Wiggins has often been criticized for not being aggressive enough but his talent level is undeniable.

“His skill level is awesome,” an Eastern Conference GM told SheridanHoops. “His athleticism is off the charts. He’s got a prototypical NBA body and will get stronger. He can be a Paul George type of defender. In the open court, he can be really a terrific player. For him it’s just a matter of continuing to develop a skill set. He’ll do that. He’s a hard worker.”

Comparing Wiggins to George is a huge compliment but makes sense. It took a while for George to develop offensively while he used his athleticism and defensive prowess to get by, eventually becoming one of the best two-way players in the game.

Obviously, the Timberwolves are hoping the same happens with Wiggins.

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