Here is my two cents to this debate/discussion -
Willie is a tremendous college basketball player. I would prefer this attitude be different from time to time, but he is 20-years old. My attitude at 20 is considerably different than it is now. I believe he has, at least at the start of this season, acquiesced to his teammates in an effort to get them involved, much like he did when I watched some of his high school games.
The more salient debate to me is can Willie or should Willie go pro after this season. Here are some of my pros and cons for this discussion
Pros
Body - he has an NBA body now
Ability to get to the rim - can take a lot of people of the dribble
Athleticism - very good athlete
Cons
Right-hand dominate - has a hard time using his left hand around the rim. Watch the Utah game, he consistently got his shot blocked by trying to finish with the wrong hand at the rim.
Shot - he does shoot the ball well, but his starts too low and he has some trouble getting it off over bigger guards, which he will face in the NBA
Handles - for someone as athletic as him, he turns the ball over off the bounce more than an NBA - type guard probably should
When I look at the pros and cons, I really think Capel could make a compelling argument for WWIII to come back for another year. He may be a lottery pick, but I really don't think so for now.
I would LOVE to have him back, he is a special talent and has the ability to dominate games at this level. Think of this team with him next year. WOW