Post#9 » by Downtown » Wed Aug 26, 2009 4:08 pm
I've said before that as long as Iverson was at the right contract terms, and that his role was clearly spelled out to him so he couldn't come back in the press and say differently, I think he would add a great dimension to the Grizzlies. I'd take him. But I'm a little biased since I've always liked his game regardless of his attitude off the floor.
Since I don't have to be around him or deal with him but simply watch him as a fan I can overlook all his personal attributes. On the floor I've never seen a player that wants to win more than him. Besides his obvious defensive shortcomings the guy can pretty much do it all and his fearlessness might rub off on Conley and Mayo.
Of course the debate about trying to do it all himself rather than operating within the team structure is rightfully open for discussion. As it is with Zach Randolph, or Rudy Gay. But don't tell me that the Nuggets, one of my favorite teams, doesn't have the same issues with guys like Anthony, JR Smith, Kenyon Martin, or Nene. And they get the job done since they have a strong minded coach in George Karl that isn't afraid to call out any of his players. If Hollins can relate to Iverson and Randolph, and get everyone to work within a certain structure while still allowing them to be their own players individually, then since they were near the bottom of the league in points scored why not give it a try?
The Grizzlies aren't one of the topend teams but they could be a much more exciting one then last season. Just my opinion.
Tinsley isn't a player I see wearing a Grizz uni anytime soon. If anything, I won't be surprise if Miami signs either him or AI to their roster before training camp begins later on.
