Positives: Has very good ball handling skills for his size. Shows 3 point range and good athleticism. Although he is a 7 footer he moves like a player that is a lot smaller. Has good agility and lateral quickness which have some thinking his natural position is small forward. With his mobility and ball handling skills for his enormous stature, he could potentially be a good wing player. If this happens, Chiriaev will cause tremendous match up problems for opposing coaches. Very determined player and hard worker. A couple years ago he was extremely lanky after coming from Russia to Canada. He hit the weight room and put on a lot of bulk. Very coachable and is determined to do well.

Negatives: Although Chiriaev has tremendous potential, he is still very much a project. Very, very, very, raw. Needs a lot of work to become a good player. Has good skills, but they could all use a lot of work. Turnover prone, ball handling can be erratic at times. Thinks he can play point guard at the NBA level, but this is not even a possibility. Not a great scorer proven by the fact that he is unable to dominate the Canadian high school league at 7 feet. Has no post moves or back-to-the-basket ability. Hangs around the perimeter too much, despite the fact his jumpshot is shaky at best. Very inconsistent shooter and scorer. Plays on the outside too often and does not crash the boards enough for his size. Is a matador on defense allowing anybody to get past. Very easy for any player with minimal quickness and driving ability to get past Chiriaev. No shot blocking presence or intimidator on D. It will probably take him a couple of years to develop. Has showed rapid improvement, but needs a lot of work to improve his game.