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Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 2:59 am
by Draino
Kings worked out Royce White today and likely to sign him once Jimmer clears waivers.
Also, tomorrow, they are set to sign Orlando Johnson (former Kings 2nd rounder).
Thoughts?
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 3:00 am
by blind prophet
Only thought I have is the Mageeks sold OJ for a cheese burger back in the day.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 3:02 am
by Draino
I'm actually kind of excited about both, very low risk, somewhat of a reward, especially if White turns out to what he is supposed to be. Maybe we can make up for the Thomas Robinson pick. Johnson was in the same draft.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 3:04 am
by blind prophet
If we were at a gambling table, I'd be looking at a wager of 2 10 days then a release with an invite to camp next year.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 4:30 am
by SacKingZZZ
White, if he shows up, will be this teams best pick and roll PG from day 1. Yikes!
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 5:16 am
by City of Trees
Glad to see us actively looking for talent again.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 5:28 am
by Pacerlive
blind prophet wrote:If we were at a gambling table, I'd be looking at a wager of 2 10 days then a release with an invite to camp next year.
OJ will get picked up before that.
Kids is solid and actually plays d. Hope he gets some playing time with you guys.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 7:13 am
by RIPskaterdude
Royce White and Cousins on the same team...............
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 7:32 am
by City of Trees
Since nobody has asked the obvious I guess I will: why sign Royce White if he cant fly on planes? Mental illness doesnt go away over night. A different setting and logo on his clothes wont change the fact he is mentally ill. And this comes from a guy who has anxiety issues.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 3:07 pm
by HUBlackstar83
City of Trees wrote:Since nobody has asked the obvious I guess I will: why sign Royce White if he cant fly on planes? Mental illness doesnt go away over night. A different setting and logo on his clothes wont change the fact he is mentally ill. And this comes from a guy who has anxiety issues.
I was thinking the same exact thing. Who knows what has transpired him since leaving the NBA.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 6:20 pm
by SacTown Kings
Royce white???? Hahaha
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 6:25 pm
by SacTown Kings
Sounds like we are signing Orlando Johnson. Good move I suppose. Stay away from white, we don't even need another pf
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 8:45 pm
by Silver Man
SacTown Kings wrote:Sounds like we are signing Orlando Johnson. Good move I suppose. Stay away from white, we don't even need another pf
No risk in signing White to a 10 day contract. I like it. He has the skill. A ten day contract won't do much harm.
Not like our power forwards are some amazing group either.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 10:46 pm
by SacKingZZZ
I say why not on White. This team has to manufacture value out of something. White has an interesting set of skills, maybe he's ready for prime time.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Thu Feb 27, 2014 1:39 am
by pillwenney
SacKingZZZ wrote:I say why not on White. This team has to manufacture value out of something. White has an interesting set of skills, maybe he's ready for prime time.
Agreed. As long as he's not a distraction, I have no problems with it.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Thu Feb 27, 2014 3:55 am
by enderwilson
It's official! Wikipedia says Royce White is a Sacramento King.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royce_White<insert smiley with eyes rolling>
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Thu Feb 27, 2014 4:35 am
by SacKingZZZ
I would imagine these moves are moves that Malone would be endorsing. Sounds like Johnson is going to get a legit shot here. They finally have a guard who is going to try on defense, hopefully he can help fill that need.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Thu Feb 27, 2014 4:39 am
by Silver Man
Not sure the problem with White. A ten day contract does nothing. Low risk high reward potential.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Thu Feb 27, 2014 6:37 am
by SacTown Kings
pillwenney wrote:SacKingZZZ wrote:I say why not on White. This team has to manufacture value out of something. White has an interesting set of skills, maybe he's ready for prime time.
Agreed. As long as he's not a distraction, I have no problems with it.
I think that's the prob. When has Royce white not been a distraction. At least it will only be for ten days.
Re: Royce White and Orlando Johnson
Posted: Sat Mar 1, 2014 7:53 pm
by Wizop
Pacer fan here. Take care of OJ. he's one of the good guys. plays hard. mature beyond his years. If you don't know his history ...
http://www.nba.com/pacers/news/orlando-johnson-defies-odds-part-ihttp://www.nba.com/pacers/news/orlando-johnson-defies-odds-part-iiIf he doesn't find a home with you, we'll welcome him back next summer.