Rivals.com basketball recruiting analyst Eric Bossi takes a close look at new Alabama signee Devonta Pollard:

On Pollard's skill set:
"Pollard is a high level athlete who is in the process of upgrading his ball handling and shooting. He's extended his range to make him a threat as a three point shooter and he's a factor on both ends of the floor rebounding the basketball. In transition he's a pretty good decision maker when he has to pass and is not surprisingly an excellent finisher at the rim because of his length and athleticism."

On Pollard's position:
"Right now, I see Pollard as more of a combo forward than a pure wing. With his size, he can play some as a four where his quickness advantage helps to overcome his lack of bulk. On the wing, he is generally bigger than a defender and is very good working along either baseline on slashes to the cup."

On Pollard's early impact at UA:
"There's no question that Pollard has the talent level to make an immediate impact at Alabama. He will need to get stronger and he's going to have to adjust to the more complex schemes of college basketball, but the natural talent, reactions and overall feel for the game are all there for him to make a successful transition to college hoops."