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Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 7:11 pm
by Klomp
“@Twolves_PR: Roy on his activity: "I've been doing some cardio, working on strengthening my right knee. Next week I hope to go full bore." #Twolves”
“@Twolves_PR: Roy says he feels good, still confident he can play. He feels better after arthroscopic surgery, doesn't feel that pinch anymore. #Twolves”
“@DanaWessel: Brandon Roy said he is going to keep chugging along. Said he never considered re-retiring. Will ramp up activity next week.”
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 7:14 pm
by cpfsf
admirable, but...
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 7:18 pm
by C.lupus
Is it wrong that I read the thread title and immediately hoped it was news of his retirement?
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 7:18 pm
by Swish4
What an unexpected boost it would be if he can come back and play semi regular minutes for us. Chances are slim but who knows.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 7:22 pm
by Klomp
“@JoanNiesen: Roy said he did not consider retiring in Nov. The decision was to play through pain or have the scope. Hopes to fully practice next week.”
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 9:50 pm
by Shem
Klomp wrote:“@Twolves_PR: Roy on his activity: "I've been doing some cardio, working on strengthening my right knee. Next week I hope to go full bore." #Twolves”
“@Twolves_PR: Roy says he feels good, still confident he can play. He feels better after arthroscopic surgery, doesn't feel that pinch anymore. #Twolves”
“@DanaWessel: Brandon Roy said he is going to keep chugging along. Said he never considered re-retiring. Will ramp up activity next week.”
FYI: Roy always says he feels good.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 9:59 pm
by Adenusi
Why doesn't he just wear protective casts around his knees so he doesn't reinjure them the next time he bangs knees with someone?
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 10:03 pm
by TMo519
Adenusi wrote:Why doesn't he just wear protective casts around his knees so he doesn't reinjure them the next time he bangs knees with someone?
He was sporting pads in the first few games, but I suppose the damage was already done.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 10:44 pm
by Calinks
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 11:18 pm
by Basti
Adenusi wrote:Why doesn't he just wear protective casts around his knees so he doesn't reinjure them the next time he bangs knees with someone?
Wearing casts has no effects on your knees if you have Arthritis. His knees are lacking cartilage which in turn causes the kneecaps to grind on the bones causing tons of pain. The only thing he could use as some sort of protection would be stabilizing pads/bandages that keep the caps in place and give them some stability. At least they've helped me greatly. But then again, my knees fortunately do not even remotely have to withstand the same stress as Roy's have. I also hope my knees aren't even close to level III Arthritis.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 11:18 pm
by DusterBuster
Shem wrote:FYI: Roy always says he feels good.
The last time Roy told the Blazers how good he felt was a week prior to his retirement. So yeah, not trying to be a wet blanket, but take this news with a grain of salt guys.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2012 12:19 am
by C.lupus
DusterBuster wrote:Shem wrote:FYI: Roy always says he feels good.
The last time Roy told the Blazers how good he felt was a week prior to his retirement. So yeah, not trying to be a wet blanket, but take this news with a grain of salt guys.
My expectations for him are zero at this point. If I get proven wrong, great.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2012 12:31 am
by Esohny
C.lupus wrote:DusterBuster wrote:Shem wrote:FYI: Roy always says he feels good.
The last time Roy told the Blazers how good he felt was a week prior to his retirement. So yeah, not trying to be a wet blanket, but take this news with a grain of salt guys.
My expectations for him are zero at this point. If I get proven wrong, great.
Whatever. He TOLD YOU SO.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2012 1:03 am
by Steve_Holiday
Is this version of Roy is supposed to be better than the one we saw at the beginning of the season?
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2012 1:30 am
by moss_is_1
Eh, if he can play like he did at the beginning of the year, but make some shots then that's fine. He was at least a good presence on the floor and a nice passer.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2012 1:52 am
by Mattya
moss_is_1 wrote:Eh, if he can play like he did at the beginning of the year, but make some shots then that's fine. He was at least a good presence on the floor and a nice passer.
Agreed. Hit a better percentage from the perimeter and keep up the assists. That player would be well worth the money, especially as an expiring contract.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2012 2:50 am
by Adenusi
Basti wrote:Adenusi wrote:Why doesn't he just wear protective casts around his knees so he doesn't reinjure them the next time he bangs knees with someone?
Wearing casts has no effects on your knees if you have Arthritis. His knees are lacking cartilage which in turn causes the kneecaps to grind on the bones causing tons of pain. The only thing he could use as some sort of protection would be stabilizing pads/bandages that keep the caps in place and give them some stability. At least they've helped me greatly. But then again, my knees fortunately do not even remotely have to withstand the same stress as Roy's have. I also hope my knees aren't even close to level III Arthritis.
Wow, this is getting past the game of basketball. Dude needs to call it quits.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2012 2:51 am
by Adenusi
TMo519 wrote:Adenusi wrote:Why doesn't he just wear protective casts around his knees so he doesn't reinjure them the next time he bangs knees with someone?
He was sporting pads in the first few games, but I suppose the damage was already done.
Didn't know, thanks. Hope he proves everyone wrong but i'm still concerned.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2012 5:25 am
by cpfsf
start ridnour at 2. roy can come off the bench and create looks for the backcourt bench guys. we can do this until his next knee injury occurs. don't think we'll have to wait too long for that.
Re: Brandon Roy Update
Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2012 1:48 pm
by the_bruce
cpfsf wrote:start ridnour at 2. roy can come off the bench and create looks for the backcourt bench guys. we can do this until his next knee injury occurs. don't think we'll have to wait too long for that.
This.
Also looks like he will easily fall under his 66 games and 1400 minute mark that will make his contract guaranteed.