Tim Tebow Could Play In The NBA

Tim Tebow is a playoff winning NFL quarterback, will attempt to play in the MLB and could play in the NBA if he really wanted to.

Tim Tebow is an accomplished athlete, regardless of people’s opinions on his personal life or throwing mechanics.

His college career with the Florida Gators was legendary, winning two national championships and a Heisman Trophy. He shattered records throughout his entire career and remains the SEC’s All-Time leader in touchdowns.

He was a starting quarterback and won a playoff game against one of the most historic franchises in NFL history. While he struggled to latch on after three seasons, he continued to work hard to get back to being a NFL quarterback, even though teams were willing to give him a shot at running back, fullback or tight end.

Now Tebow will try his hand at professional baseball, according to ESPN‘s Adam Schefter. The sport isn’t exactly new to him. He played baseball in high school, and as a left-hander there are plenty of roles that he could fill to find his way at the MLB level.

Before beginning his college football career at Florida, then-coach Urban Meyer watched Tebow in a high school baseball game before watching him play football. That is when he knew that Tebow had the potential to be a special player.

Tebow, 28, has long been known for his work ethic, passion and relentless pursuit of success. Many have echoed praise on his leadership ability and drive to be the best he can be at whatever he tries to do.

Having not played baseball in 11 years, it’s clear that there is going to be a gap in his game. Tebow has missed out on a lot of development, though once heralded as a five-tool player, there is still a chance.

ESPN‘s Jayson Stark doesn’t believe there is a chance that Tebow makes it, even though he has been working at this over the last year. He is trying to do something that has never been done. The closes any player has gotten to making a comeback is former No. 1 overall pick Josh Hamilton, who missed four years of baseball, as a long time scouting director told Stark.

Tebow will likely get an offer to play in the minor leagues, in spring training and maybe have a chance at a stint with the Major Leagues. But if that doesn’t work out, he could play basketball.

A select few players have played football and basketball in college, namely NFL Hall of Famer Cris Carter and current tight end Antonio Gates, but it’s extremely rare for someone to play professional football and basketball.

Tebow could become the first player to play in the NFL and professional basketball in half a century. Only two players have done it, Otto Graham and Bud Grant. They both started their careers in basketball.

The idea isn’t that far-fetched because Tebow still looks like he could run over NFL linebackers. That means he has the size to bang in the post, battle for rebounds and run in transition.

.@TimTebow Have you ever thought about basketball?
— Harlem Globetrotters (@Globies) August 9, 2016

Tebow hooped with the Alabama men’s basketball team while on campus for an Alabama-Tennessee college football game that he was covering for the SEC Network. Now the above video doesn’t show a lot, but he has the ability to knock down a jumper, despite not having the most fluid shooting motion.

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Tim Tebow is an athlete. This is his biggest advantage at potentially playing basketball. Whether it’s for the Harlem Globetrotters or the defending-champion Cleveland Cavaliers, the opportunity is there for him.

He would have to understand his role as a basketball player. He has the strength and quickness to be an effective defender out on the perimeter and in the post.

While he’s only 6-foot-3, he could be one of the most hybrid players in basketball. His quickness would allow him to excel in transition and attacking the basket on cuts and slashes. His strength allows him to finish through contact, set screens and play physically on the defensive end.

Imagine trying to match up against a player that is 6-foot-3, 245 pounds. There is no way to compete with that size by putting a guard on him. Creating a height disadvantage would be the best defense against Tebow, who would likely only be able to attack the basket.

His shooting form isn’t elite, so he will need to be aggressive in attacking the basket. Having the strength and knowing how to take a hit as a QB could benefit him in driving fearlessly and finishing through contact.

Tebow would have to be a slasher, unless he has a surprisingly fluid jumper. He could create mismatches similar to Draymond Green’s role with the Golden State Warriors. Tebow would need to develop good ball-handling skills, but the court vision and passing skills would be there.

There would likely be a learning curve for Tebow, especially breaking in at the NBA level. He’s shown great intelligence on the football field, so his understanding of the game of basketball could be picked up quickly.

If he puts his mind to it and is willing to work at it, there is a place for Tim Tebow in the NBA.