Vegas Summer League 2010

[mkwest]

Who: Los Angeles Clippers (0-0) vs Washington Wizards (1-0)
When: Monday, July 12th, 2010 @ approx. 7:00PM (PST)
Where: Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada
Television: NBATV
Internet: NBA Summer League Broadband, ESPN 3
Radio: N/A



Projected Starters*


PG - Bledsoe ~ SG - Warren ~ SF - Aminu ~ PF - Schortsanitis ~ C - Jordan

Bench
F/C: Rod Benson
F: Nik Caner-Medley
F: Marqus Blakely
F: Ryan Ayers
G: Jeremy Richardson
G: Trey Johnson
G: Dashaun Wood


Projected Starters*
C: Javale McGee
PF: Trever Booker
SF: Raymar Morgan
SG: Nick Young
PG: John Wall

Bench
C: Hamady N'Diaye
F: Aaron Pettaway
F/C: Corsley Edwards
F: Sun Yue
F: JP Prince
F: Kevin Palmer
G: Cartier Martin
G: Jerome Randle
G: Lester Hudson
G: Abdulai Jalloh

* Subject to change


Key Match-ups


Eric Bledsoe vs John Wall

Rookie point guards that shared the backcourt for Kentucky team that produced 5 first round draft picks in the 2010 draft. Wall, the number 1 pick in the draft is touted as the next great point guard of this league. Bledsoe, who is 3 inches shorter than Wall, was forced to play out of position during their college tenure. Now that he is in the NBA, he will be expected to return back to his natural position. Which Kentucky guard will lead their team to victory?


DeAndre Jordan vs JaVale McGee

Jordan and McGee have played against each other a few times since entering into the league in the 2008 NBA Draft. McGee was a little more polished, but both are still raw with tons of potential. As they each enter into their 3rd season, both are expected to assume greater roles on their teams. McGee has the security of at least 2 more seasons on the Wizards, but he will be expected to man the middle as the starting center for the Wizards. Jordan will be playing for a contract extension or a new contract altogether as he will be a restricted free agent next summer.

Sense these guys are mostly rookies, here's a look at some of the rookie experiences from their teammate Eric Gordon. It's a little old, but I've never seen it before today. Credit to big0lbad of Clips Nation for the link.

[TheNewEra]

This should be a great game

[TheNewEra]

Time for the young dogs to put in work

[DangerCurtis]

I like the match up between Bledsoe and Wall. Former teammates going head to head.

[dkongos]

I have a really good feeling about Bledsoe, I know he might not get much PT but I have a feeling he'll end up being more important to the Ciippers than anyone would have expected.

[SportsFan215]

I can't wait to see the Wall/Bledsoe matchup. I bet EB is gonna be pumped up for this game to show that he can match and maybe even get the better of Wall.

[mike3]

I'd love to see Bledsoe out play Wall although Wall looked good today after a rough start. I actually really like our starting lineup for the summer league if thats correct, all seem to have some exciting talent, Bledsoe, Warren, Aminu, Sofo, and Deandre

[mkwest]

Hopefully our team will give some hope to those fans who are frustrated with our offseason moves. A lot of eyes are going to be on Aminu, since we're a little thin at the 3 spot. Will his shot be falling, how's the defense looking? Wall was very impressive on Sunday imo. Even with the 8 turnovers. He was a little anxious to start the game and should be better adjusted in Monday night. Bledsoe played against him everyday in practice so they should both have fun with the match-up while still playing very aggressively. DJ is going to have his hands full with McGee who had a pretty nice game himself. I hope that he at least keeps up with him. I'm really excited to see Sofo play with the guys. I'm sure he'll be a little intimidating to the Wizards. Warren has a lot to prove after dropping so far. It should be fun and I can't wait.

[JJ LoDuca]

I'm so glad to see game threads back, great job MK! I'm also excited to get to see some of these guys play finally. I have been incredibly thirsty for Clippers basketball (I missed the last 15 or so games of the season b/c of work ) and this will definitely help me out. I'm particularly excited to watch DJ and Bledsoe. Should be an exciting game!

[clipperfan4life]

Can't wait to see this game! John wall and Bledsoe face to face!

[TheBigThree]

Wiz fan here. Just wanted to wish you guys an injury free game.

Looking forward to EB vs. Wall. Too bad Blake isn't playing!

[TheNewEra]

Like mentioned with a frustating offseason we need this to rebuild hope

[mattfish]

Wiz fan here. Just wanted to wish you guys an injury free game.

*crossing fingers* no injuries please!

[JJ LoDuca]

Quick question-- is Griffin playing? He's on the roster and is scrimmaging at practice, but is he out of the games?

[TheNewEra]

not playing just practice

[illastrate]

I can't wait! Really pumped to see Aminu, Bledsoe, Warren, and especially Sofo the mofo!!!

Oh, and that one John Wall guy also. I heard he's pretty good.

[ejftw]

4 hours and change left, can't wait to see some Clipper basketball once again! I'm interested in seeing the starting five obviously, since they should all make the roster, but off the bench, want to see some Nik Caner-Medley, Jeremy Richardson and Rod Benson. Won't be surprised if one, two or even all three impress and get training camp invites

[SportsFan215]

Wiz fan here. Just wanted to wish you guys an injury free game.

Looking forward to EB vs. Wall. Too bad Blake isn't playing!

Good point. Injury-free has to be the number one goal, especially with our history.

[GhostsOfGil]

just a heads up. nick young will be starting tonite for the wizurds

[Mateen Cleaves]

i doubt any of you know DaShuan Wood. but ive played with him and against him quite a few times. Hell of a player, he might be small but hes fast as hell. Got a nasty jumper too. No idea how he got on the team but i dont think its for an spot on the roster.