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BHULLAR CHOOSES XAVIER

Rob Harrington
robharrington@prepstars.com
April 29, 2011

Xavier made a Class of 2012 pickup in the form of Sim Bhullar, a 7-4 C who likely is the tallest player presently active nationally in high school basketball. He changed high schools during the season and now resides at Huntington (WV) Prep. He generally was regarded by college coaches as a high-major prospect, but opinions do vary starkly.

Bhullar’s obvious primary asset is his towering height. He also isn’t a twig like so many jumbo-sized centers, and over the years he should be able to gain plenty of muscle. Additionally, Bhullar possesses very soft hands, something else you don’t often see from very tall centers. His free throw touch is solid as well, and his jump shot extends to 10 feet from the hoop.

The challenge, and the reason for the divergent perspectives on his ability, is that Bhullar struggles changing ends of the court. In an uptempo game he frequently isn’t able to get into the play, chugging up and down without effect. He’ll be best-utilized in a halfcourt setting, and certainly the XU coaches are aware of that. Used properly, he should be a fine contributor for the Musketeers.