Udoka

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Apparently Udoka injured his ankle in his first gleague game. I didn't want to watch the video because apparently it was pretty nasty looking.

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I ended up watching the video and that thing is broken. Probably broken with a ton of torn ligaments. Looks like we will have to waive Trent Forrest to add a 3rd string center. Maybe give Dewayne Dedmon a call to see if he still wants to play. I would prefer to give a younger guy a look though like Cheick Diallo, Justin Patton, Skal, Anzejs Pasecniks or Ike Anigbogu.

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[Rauxcee]

That's really too bad. Feel bad for him.

[TNJazz]

I didn't watch the video either, sounds horrific. I hope he heals well and works through the rehab. Feel bad for him.

[stitches]

Damn... that's unfortunate. Hope he recovers fully for next season.

[Charlie_S]

Couldn't see the aftermath clearly and that's probably for the best... Not a good look when everyone else on the floor just turns away horrified. Really gutted for the kid, hopefully it's not as bad as it seems but that's a bad injury for someone with his body type. He just became even more of a long-term project.

[D Rog]

I didn't watch the video but heard he had to be taken off the court on a stretcher... That has to be one heavy duty stretcher with a lot of strength to lift the man. He is just plain huge. Hope the best for him.

[Hoops Addict]

Doka....get well soon.

[Hoops Addict]

Replace with Cheick Diallo?

https://www.nbadraft.net/players/cheick-diallo/

Does anyone have the video?

From 4 yuears ago....

NBA Comparison: Kenneth Faried
Strengths: When comparted to other 6’9’’ players, Diallo has both terrific end to end speed, and a motor to keep him going. His stride is both effortless, and his constant effort re-affirms all the ravings about his motor dating back to his high school days. These traits make Diallo a transition threat as a big man, and also aid him as a chase down shot blocker in the open court. Cheick also has good length. Sporting a 7’4’’ wingspan and a 9’1’’ standing reach (according to the 2015 Hoop Summit) he sizes up pretty favorably for an NBA 4 man. While probably not an elite leaper, he gets off the ground very quickly, and is easily a good jumper for a 6’9’’ player. Transitioning his length and athletic ability to the NBA should not be an issue with continued physical maturity. He has great timing as a shot blocker, especially from the weak side. Despite limited minutes as a freshman, Diallo blocked 4.2 shots per game per 40 minutes, and actually would have done so without projecting to foul out (3.7 fouls per 40 minutes). He possesses a knack for rebounding the ball despite not always being in the best position. Cheick’s per 40 minute rebound numbers would come right in at 13.3 per game. His long arms, really aid in his ability to grab misses on the defensive end. He also showed the ability to finish strong around the hoop, and good hands catching alley oops. It should also be noted that despite a season in which he probably tallied a lot fewer minutes than he expected, Cheick was an engaged player off the bench, and showed positive body language and overall team support when his minutes began to fade during Big 12 play.

Weaknesses: Cheick’s decision making offensively is really far away from being much of an asset at the NBA level. His usage percentage was 21.7% was 2nd only on the team to Perry Ellis’ 25.5% and Diallo only dished out 1 assist on the season to pair with 17 turnovers. Despite sporting a good overall FG% (54.7%) his shot selection showed he had little grasp of the flow of the game, and good ball movement. He was also prone to lazy passes due to lack of adjustment to the offensive speed of college basketball. He can hit a 15 footer at a decent clip, which is a positive sign for his shot development, but he’s got a bit of a hitch in his shot movement that would benefit him if he corrected. Diallo must also continue to hit the weights, he’s not ready for a major NBA role next season, but has a nice frame to add muscle. An extra 15 pounds and some physical maturity would do him wonders.

Overall: Cheick Diallo is an upside pick at this point in his development. With the ball in his hands, he’s very far away from being a factor outside of dunking and playing very close to the rim right now. It’d be best if Diallo can learn to stick to simplicity until he can further hone his game on that end. On the other hand, defensively and collecting misses he shows considerable potential. His calling card at the next level will probably by weak side shot blocking, defensive rebounding, and hustle. There’s still plenty to like despite an underwhelming freshman season at Kansas, and all in all Cheick handled it with maturity many teenagers wouldn’t.

Notes: Measured 6’9’’ in shoes with a 7’4’’ wingspan, a 9’1’’ standing reach, and 220 pounds at the 2015 Hoop Summit. MVP of the McDonald’s All-American Game, and the Jordan Brand Classic in 2015. Measured 6’8.5 (in shoes) 208 lbs, with a 7’3 wingspan at the 2013 Nike Big Man Skills Academy … Measured 6’9 (in shoes) 218 lbs, with a 7’3 wingspan at the 2014 Nike Big Man Skills Academy

[Hoops Addict]

career 5 point 4 rebound on 11 min a game

Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2016–17 New Orleans 17 0 11.7 .474 – .714 4.3 .2 .2 .4 5.1
2017–18 New Orleans 52 0 11.2 .580 – .758 4.1 .4 .2 .4 4.9
2018–19 New Orleans 64 1 14.0 .620 .250 .746 5.2 .5 .5 .5 6.0
2019–20 Phoenix 47 2 10.2 .648 .333 .872 2.8 .5 .2 .3 4.7
Career 180 3 12.0 .598 .286 .772 4.2 .4 .3 .4 5.3

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I have always like Diallo. He is the type of energy big that every team could use at the end of the bench and he has thrived in that role when given minutes. For the league minimum there is no way that he shouldn't be on an nba roster right now.

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Tony Jones just tweeted that it was just a severe ankle sprain.

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[Catchall]

Glad to hear it. That injury could otherwise have been career-threatening.