Yi = Nets' starting power forward 2009-2010?

dunleavyjr · Post #1 » by **dunleavyjr** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 5:32 am

Do you folks see the departure of Ryan Anderson as a sign that Yi will be given
big minutes next season at the power forward position?

vincecarter4pres · Post #2 » by **vincecarter4pres** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 5:38 am

With much disdain, I have to say yes. As is there is no one that is going to take his place.
I still think Ryan's inclusion in the VC trade was almost completely political.

NetsForce · Post #3 » by **NetsForce** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 5:46 am

YI BELIEVE!

lurkingobeiscity · Post #4 » by **lurkingobeiscity** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 6:15 am

No, I believe they are going to play Najera 30 minutes per game and use Sean Williams as the backup.

dunleavyjr · Post #5 » by **dunleavyjr** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 6:46 am

lurkingobeiscity wrote:No, I believe they are going to play Najera 30 minutes per game and use Sean Williams as the backup.

Are you saying that the rebuilding Nets are rebuilding the team around the 33-year old Najera?

vincecarter4pres · Post #6 » by **vincecarter4pres** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 7:41 am

NetsForce wrote:YI BELIEVE!

BTW, I take that as a no for my sig request?
viewtopic.php?f=23&t=918209

I feel ya if you don't feel like making me one, but you don't have to ignore me, :lol:

amk482 · Post #7 » by **amk482** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 2:22 pm

i think starting lineup will be:

pg- harris - no need to discuss

sg - Lee - was watching some clips on youtube. I knew he could shoot but he is a lot more athletic and can take his man off the dribble and get to the rim with authority

sf - terence Williams - I like his comment about being a "dog"

Pf - Yi - not asking for much - 13/7 with some consistency?? - If we move our offense away from dribble drive I think thi smay help him b/c he wont be standing around the 3 point line waitig for a pass - at least I hope

C - Lopez - no need to discuss

Key rotation guys -

Dooling - backing up 1 and 2

CDR - hope he gets 20 minutes/night - may thrive in up tempo game

Hayes - cheap vet option

Battie - I think he is underrated - probably most useful on chamiponship caliber club, can hit the open jumper - could see him being moved attrade deadline to contender.

Swat - Hopefully they give him some consistent PT if they want to run - if he proves he can play then he is a cheap option for '10 -if not, than bye bye

Najera - will probably get 10 minutes per game - one of the worst signings ever - hopefully he can be moved.

Should not play -

Alston - dont expect him to be on the opening day roster althought we cant trade him until 8/25. Not b/c he isnt a vaulable backup but becasue we may be able to get something in return for him.

Boone - Im hoping he doesnt play - b/c he shows no emotion and doesnt seem to care - also is a huge liability that he cant hit free throws

Hassel - seem slike a good guy but cant really ball.

Simmons- he can shoot but cant move

NetsForce · Post #8 » by **NetsForce** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 2:50 pm

vincecarter4pres wrote:
NetsForce wrote:YI BELIEVE!

BTW, I take that as a no for my sig request?
viewtopic.php?f=23&t=918209

I feel ya if you don't feel like making me one, but you don't have to ignore me,

I'll make it it's just between the Vince trade and me going 0-11 in a couple of pickup games yesterday I was in some sort of basketball mental meltdown these last 2 days...

vincecarter4pres · Post #9 » by **vincecarter4pres** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 3:34 pm

NetsForce wrote:
vincecarter4pres wrote:
NetsForce wrote:YI BELIEVE!

BTW, I take that as a no for my sig request?
viewtopic.php?f=23&t=918209

I feel ya if you don't feel like making me one, but you don't have to ignore me,

I'll make it it's just between the Vince trade and me going 0-11 in a couple of pickup games yesterday I was in some sort of basketball mental meltdown these last 2 days...

It's all good. Good lookin' in advance though.

Adam1221 · Post #10 » by **Adam1221** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 3:47 pm

http://www.northjersey.com/sports/nets/49309742.html

So our only chances of having a good season is if YI grows into his talent...........
Its gonna be a long long season folks.

""And with the 1st pick of the 2010 NBA draft the Nets select John Wall"

The only thing that's gonna help me get through the 2009-2010 season.

vincecarter4pres · Post #11 » by **vincecarter4pres** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 3:52 pm

Getcha back up off the Wall...

I want a head Turner next year.

Preludepunk27 · Post #12 » by **Preludepunk27** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 4:01 pm

COME ALL YI FAITHFUL...

NetsForce · Post #13 » by **NetsForce** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 4:04 pm

Preludepunk27 wrote:COME ALL YI FAITHFUL...

YI ARE ALL WITNESS.

Oh man the possibilities are endless!

SteveNets15 · Post #14 » by **SteveNets15** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 5:46 pm

CDR should start at the 3.He just went from rookie to vet.Plus he got the size over Twilliams.

vincecarter4pres · Post #15 » by **vincecarter4pres** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 5:58 pm

I am a bigger CDR fan then T Will and I am a big fan of both, but I would prefer CDR comes off the bench at the 2 and 3 and very limited spot minutes at the 1. CDR is much better at creating his own shot then T Will and I think Lee needs to start at the 2.
Knowing Opie he'll start Simmons and play him 30mpg. :banghead:

NetsForce · Post #16 » by **NetsForce** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 6:02 pm

My projected opening night lineup is:

PG: Devin Harris
SG: Courtney Lee
SF: Bobby Simmons
PF: Yi Jianlian
C: Brook Lopez

With so much youth on the court I doubt frank starts CDR at the 3, maybe Jarvis Hayes instead of Simmons (please), but I wouldn't count on it...

deviljets7 · Post #17 » by **deviljets7** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 6:11 pm

Yi's just keeping the seat warm for Derrick Favors

NetsForce · Post #18 » by **NetsForce** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 6:14 pm

deviljets7 wrote:Yi's just keeping the seat warm for Derrick Favors

Shut up and join the movement. : :party:

vincecarter4pres · Post #19 » by **vincecarter4pres** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 6:17 pm

I hate to say I figure you're right on that lineup.
I would prefer Terrence Williams starts with CDR and Dooling the first guards off the bench, but if Jarvis and Lt. Dan are still on the roster best believe the Opester will go with them 1st.

Adam1221 · Post #20 » by **Adam1221** » Sat Jun 27, 2009 8:24 pm

Love the new sig Netsforce.
Yi true believers unite!

Real talk is hoping for 15 and 7 too much?