Whats so special about this Rubio kid?

He's an incredible two-way player. He's a supremely crafty pass-first point guard that can drive at will, has great length, and above all has an unbelievable basketball IQ.

He was signed at age 14 to play in a league more talented than the NCAA.

That's what's so special.

timdunkit · Post #9 » by **timdunkit** » Mon Mar 9, 2009 12:18 am

Try chanting his name, it works soo well ... RICKY RUBIOOO RICKY RUBIOOOO!!!!!!

Egg Nog · Post #10 » by **Egg Nog** » Mon Mar 9, 2009 12:19 am

5DOM wrote:http://lmgtfy.com/?q=what's+so+great+about+ricky+rubio

...aaaaaand the first hit sends him right back here

Hendrix · Post #11 » by **Hendrix** » Mon Mar 9, 2009 12:27 am

Exact same thread.

viewtopic.php?f=6&t=828610

Salted Meat · Post #12 » by **Salted Meat** » Mon Mar 9, 2009 12:29 am

Russ369 wrote:Can anyone explain this to me? From what ive seen from him he doesn't look that impressive... He seems like a bust in the making...

just curious... what is it about his game that makes you think he'd be a bust?

Post #13 » by **5DOM** » Mon Mar 9, 2009 12:32 am

Egg Nog wrote:
5DOM wrote:http://lmgtfy.com/?q=what's+so+great+about+ricky+rubio

...aaaaaand the first hit sends him right back here

no it doesnt

bakafool · Post #14 » by **bakafool** » Mon Mar 9, 2009 12:33 am

He's overrated to a certain degree because he does things that aren't expected at his age. . So really, we're banking on his potential. Whether that potential comes to fruition down the road in the NBA , who knows.

Great length and court vision. Great IQ. Great anticipation. Great floor general who makes things happen. Not too fast or athletic. Shooting is mediocre. That's what he is right now.

Egg Nog · Post #15 » by **Egg Nog** » Mon Mar 9, 2009 12:36 am

5DOM wrote:
Egg Nog wrote:
5DOM wrote:http://lmgtfy.com/?q=what's+so+great+about+ricky+rubio

...aaaaaand the first hit sends him right back here

no it doesnt

Me is smart.

Glad to see it takes him where he should've gone in the first place.

Silk Wilkes · Post #16 » by **Silk Wilkes** » Mon Mar 9, 2009 12:39 am

This guy has everything you need. Passing ability beyond his years, the ability to run a professional offense, flash, confidence, unlimited potential, etc. He also seems like a great personality but slightly underrated coming out like a Chris Paul. Not to say Chris Paul was slept on but I don't think anyone knew he'd be this good or else he would've been the unquestionable 1st overall pick, and I think Rubio will be the same. If we drafted him I'd be unbelievably happy. Bryan, you've developed the reputation of going after International players. Well, make sure you get this one!

By the way, he also almost led a team of average players, mid-level NBA ballers, and one NBA All-Star to a near upset over a team full of NBA all-stars in the Gold Medal Game. This guy could be the next great point guard in the NBA.

zilby · Post #17 » by **zilby** » Mon Mar 9, 2009 1:00 am

cuz he is good.

MEDIC · Post #18 » by **MEDIC** » Mon Mar 9, 2009 1:06 am

Hadn't watched much tape of him until now. Wow...this kid can pass....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12FOZsjWxwk

We definitely need someone like this on the team. It would instantly improve the team dramatically. Problem is, our players are so used to receiving easy & safe passes, it would take a while for them to be ready for crafty passes like these. Even with the increase in fast breaks currently, you can tell that guys just aren't ready to catch risky passes. There was some severe butterfingers going on out there today....

Count me on board of the Rubio bandwagon!