CHRIS BOSH

Position: PF Class: Early Entry School: Georgia Tech High School: Lincoln (TX) Conference: ACC Ht., Wt.: 6'10, 210 Selected by Toronto Raptors Round 1, pick 4 (4 overall)

BIO: Bosh is a Dallas native who played one season at Georgia Tech and blossomed quickly. The 6-10 forward led the Yellow Jackets with 15.6 points per game and 9.0 rebounds per game and shot 56 percent, becoming the only freshman to lead the Atlantic Coast Conference in that department besides North Carolina's Antawn Jamison. Bosh turned in 13 double-doubles and blocked 67 shots to lead the ACC and was named conference Rookie of the Year. The lefthander participated in the Global Games in July 2002 and was named Most Valuable Player. Bosh has surprising versatility, shooting 48 percent (22-of-46) on 3-pointers last season. ANALYSIS: It's little wonder Bosh turned pro after just one season in college. He reminds some observers of Kevin Garnett, and those comparisons are justified. He's not quite the perimeter threat Garnett is, but Bosh is an inside-outside scorer with great athleticism and a solid feel for the game. He handles the ball exceptionally well for his size and is also a good passer. Bosh is a defensive presence because he's an exceptional shot blocker. The knock on Bosh is his size.he's going to have to add bulk and strength in order to consistently do battle with NBA power forwards. One scout told Sports Illustrated: "He's more offensive-minded than Keon Clark was coming out of college, but he's not as hard-nosed as Brian Grant. I don't think he's as talented as Tyson Chandler, but he'll be better than Kwame Brown has been. When he develops, I think he'll be one of the league's top 10 power forwards, a 240-pounder who can score inside and outside." POSITIVES: Bosh is quicker than nearly all of his counterparts at 6-10. He can snake through traffic for high-percentage shots around the bucket. Bosh also owns outstanding touch and wowed scouts as a freshman with deft 3-point shooting that nobody realized he had. He also contributes on the boards, despite his lack of strength, and is an outstanding shot-blocker. NEGATIVES: For all he has going for him, Bosh owns a naturally thin body, and there are many questions surrounding whether he will ever be able to add the strength needed to become a star. Few doubt that Bosh will be a good player in the league, but when you are projected as a top-five selection, that is expected. He must overcome his speedy metabolism. PROJECTION: Early First Round 2002 - 2003 Season Stats Photo: Craig Jones/Getty Images