As we start getting closer and closer to the June 28th NBA Draft, I thought it would be a good idea to start taking a closer look at some of the players who might be plying their trade in Atlanta next season.

Though I am a huge college basketball fan, I didn't really see most of the guys projected to be available to us enough times to comment on them at length.

Fortunately, one of the beautiful things about this here Internet is there are many blogs out there that follow these guys all year long and can give insight into what kinds of players they are and what they are capable of becoming.

Today we continue our series with Washington big man Spencer Hawes, who is projected as a possibility for the Hawks with the #11 pick.

Our guest expert today is Zach Landres-Schnur, who authors UDubDish, a blog that covers the University of Washington sports scene, and is a contributor to the sports blog The Big Picture. Here are his words on the Huskies' big man:

Spencer Hawes:
Draft Express profile

How they got here: Hawes had a decent freshman year, leading UW in scoring and changing the dynamic of the game when he was on the court. He showed his best stuff on the big stage, scoring 12 points and grabbing 12 boards in a loss at Pitt. Going up against fellow 7-footer Aaron Gray, he held the Panthers' big man to just five points.

Strengths: He's a seven-footer, soft touch, 7-footer, good turn-around jumper, 7-footer

Weaknesses: Lack of experience, not assertive enough, not a shot-blocker

Why Hawks fans should want him: Did I mention he's 7-feet?

What might give Hawks fans pause: He was supposed to be the guy to come to Seattle and help the Huskies make a deep NCAA Tourney run. Washington didn't even make the NIT. He's shown his potential at times, but right now, that's pretty much all he has: potential.

What current player he reminds you of: Does Shawn Bradley still play?