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HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Mon Jul 24, 2017 10:41 pm
by BadMofoPimp
I watched Walton play every game he played in Summer league and he killed it. Dude can pass, is quick, hit 3's at a solid clip (6 for 12) and was a pesky defender. I really hoped the Magic was going to sign him as their 3rd PG but they signed Mack instead. He will develop well in Miami. Congrats!
http://www.nba.com/heat/news/heat-signs-derrick-walton-jrHe spent four years at the University of Michigan, and he’s the only player in school history to score 1,000 points, collect 500 rebounds and distribute 400 assists. As a senior, he led the Wolverines to the Big Ten Tournament title and to the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16.
``At this level, guys know who can play and playing the right way is how you win. I’ve always been about winning. Winning basketball stands out and going out and scoring points has never really been on my mind. It’s just about making the right play and the rest will take care of itself.’’
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Mon Jul 24, 2017 10:52 pm
by Dr_Heat
Welcome Walton Jr
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2017 3:49 am
by Wolfy1983
I hear that he hates coffee.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2017 3:50 am
by goodboy
Wolfy1983 wrote:I hear that he hates bustelo coffee.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2017 3:55 am
by MettaWorldPanda
BadMofoPimp wrote:I watched Walton play every game he played in Summer league and he killed it. Dude can pass, is quick, hit 3's at a solid clip (6 for 12) and was a pesky defender. I really hoped the Magic was going to sign him as their 3rd PG but they signed Mack instead. He will develop well in Miami. Congrats!
http://www.nba.com/heat/news/heat-signs-derrick-walton-jrHe spent four years at the University of Michigan, and he’s the only player in school history to score 1,000 points, collect 500 rebounds and distribute 400 assists. As a senior, he led the Wolverines to the Big Ten Tournament title and to the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16.
``At this level, guys know who can play and playing the right way is how you win. I’ve always been about winning. Winning basketball stands out and going out and scoring points has never really been on my mind. It’s just about making the right play and the rest will take care of itself.’’
We stole him from you guys. Loved watching him in the tournament this year. Was a pure bulldog. Feel like he can turn out to be another Pat Bev.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2017 4:16 am
by Mars
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2017 4:23 am
by IggieCC
Totally thought we signed Derrick Williams again. Let's not Derrick or Walton, Let's go Jr.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2017 4:32 am
by goodboy
I thought we signed Walter Jr from breaking bad.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2017 8:36 am
by RexBoyWonder
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2017 5:33 pm
by BFRESH44
Intriguing prospect. But it's going to be same deal as it was with Briante Weber, he's gonna have to make shots to stay in the league.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2017 5:41 pm
by Heat_Fan_87
nice prospect, he should enjoy his time in south dakota
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2017 6:34 pm
by HeatIn5
BFRESH44 wrote:Intriguing prospect. But it's going to be same deal as it was with Briante Weber, he's gonna have to make shots to stay in the league.
Thats the difference between Walton and Weber. Weber is an elite level defender (Beverly type) who was waiting on his offense to develop.
Walton is a very efficient offensive player, and will be able to stay in the league if his defense improves (which should with NBA trainers)
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Wed Jul 26, 2017 2:19 am
by Feel_the_Heat15
His OBPM is ridiculous and his defense is decent for a guard his size.
https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/players/derrick-walton-1.html
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Wed Jul 26, 2017 11:48 am
by RexBoyWonder
Seems like a solid, high IQ, savvy PG. Solis shooter, not much of a scorer, mediocre athlthe at best, maybe could carve out a role as a backup PG. Lowish celling low risk type of a player.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Wed Jul 26, 2017 12:18 pm
by dolphinatik
Muchlike pbev we didn't give Weber a shot with the main unit. We almost did the same thing with tj. I don't know anything n about this guy nor do I think he is any kind of answer but let's not get in our way. If him or Matt Williams give us the flexibility to make some trades them great.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Wed Jul 26, 2017 12:38 pm
by heat4life
I am not going to pretend I know a whole lot about this kid but from what I hear, he is a high percentage 3pt shooter but horrendous inside the arc. He is not very athletic but has a high BBIQ, solid passer/court vision and like other's said, he's a bulldog. The key to his development is going to be if he can develop a game at the rim and the mid-range. He also needs to figure out how to rotate and move efficiently on the defensive end with his limited athleticism. Become somewhat of an adequate 1-on-1 defender.
I think he projects as a 3rd PG/backup PG at best. Marginal NBA talent. He is a hard worker, so let's see if Miami coaches can cook up some magic.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Thu Jul 27, 2017 12:47 am
by Feel_the_Heat15
Frank Mason, Ball and Kennard were the only players ahead of DWJ in NCAA OPA(offensive points added) for 2016-17.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Thu Jul 27, 2017 12:50 pm
by SlowPaced
He was pretty good in the tournament. His and D.J. Wilson's sudden improvement led to Michigan exceeding expectations.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Thu Aug 3, 2017 5:25 pm
by Howard Mass
I wanted him in Orlando on a two-way.
It's a shame but good luck with Walton.
Re: HEAT Signs Derrick Walton Jr. to a two way contract
Posted: Thu Aug 3, 2017 10:57 pm
by Seabass777
Howard Mass wrote:I wanted him in Orlando on a two-way.
It's a shame but good luck with Walton.
Mr.Mass how nice of you to grace us with your presence.
