Rewatching it for about the 5th time.I think alot of it was the huge push in promotion/hype.Solid foundation and natural power but god HBO has a track record with forcing the next big thing down a young talents throat as well as the viewing audience.Way too much emphasis was put on the power and blitzing guys out.Dont see him staying at 140...he has the torso of a jr.middle.He had better find a way to avoid right hands.

He just seemed so caught up.He opted out...it happens to many.But he has to be prepared to endure what goes with that.Spur of the moment but its a scarlet letter.The family turmoil is obviously still weighing heavy.Hes a kid and suddenly found himself in a dark alley with true adversity.The interview is what stuck with me...way too aloof.I think alot of these guys today are rushed past the fundamentals in overall boxing and the mental grounding that must accompany it in a clamor for the 'next big thing'.Mentality after this may be his biggest opponent,if its not solid, all the skills in the world wont mean much.