Wembanyama, I'm concerned (Part 2)

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Post#341 » by LAvision » Today 1:48 am

Rust_Cohle wrote:This was amazing



Vic is hilarious and clever. Notice on the first block he squats and hides behind his teammate. He’s luring his opponents in. :lol:
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Post#342 » by Rust_Cohle » Today 2:32 am

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Post#343 » by AbC? » Today 2:37 am

His standard is so high that I didn't think he was good tonight and he had 34/14/4/6/3. He needs to step it up.
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Post#344 » by Bornstellar » Today 2:43 am

Rust_Cohle wrote:This was amazing


I was there today :) really awesome to see this up close in person
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Post#345 » by Myth » Today 2:47 am

ryan in Maine wrote:
Rust_Cohle wrote:This was amazing


This is video game stuff lol.

He’s like when you have those create a players and can give them any height and skills you want.
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Post#346 » by ropjhk » Today 2:51 am

What I'm noticing this year with Wemby is that he seems to have a much better understanding of what his best advantages are and how to use them. It was clear he didn't know the NBA game in his first year and in his second year he did a lot of experimentation to see what works and what doesn't. This year he seems to be putting it all together. He's starting to really understand the best way to destroy his opposition.

The scary thing is that there's still room to grow (figuratively and perhaps even physically as Wemby may still be growing). If he's not already the best player in the league he will be in the next year or so.
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Post#347 » by prime1time » Today 3:32 am

AbC? wrote:His standard is so high that I didn't think he was good tonight and he had 34/14/4/6/3. He needs to step it up.

What kind of stats would he need to put up for you to call it a good game by him? Honestly wondering.
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Post#348 » by SHAQ32 » Today 3:52 am

Much easier to become a star when the officials are force feeding you free throws.
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Post#349 » by Rustyman » Today 4:15 am

prime1time wrote:
AbC? wrote:His standard is so high that I didn't think he was good tonight and he had 34/14/4/6/3. He needs to step it up.

What kind of stats would he need to put up for you to call it a good game by him? Honestly wondering.


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Post#350 » by Dr Aki » Today 4:40 am

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Post#351 » by G R E Y » Today 6:04 am

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Rust_Cohle wrote:This was amazing


I was there today :) really awesome to see this up close in person

OT but what did you think of PJ Holt's pre-game address to the fans?

And did you vote, if I may ask?
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Post#352 » by guynumber45 » Today 8:06 am

Somehow, Wemby mental makeup is arguably just as impressive as his physical attributes. Listening to his interviews, he is just so wise beyond his years and seems to be incredibly aware of how talented he is and will not waste any opportunity to realize his potential.

Injuries are the only thing stopping this man from becoming the GOAT.
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Post#353 » by FreeBird23 » Today 8:11 am

SHAQ32 wrote:Much easier to become a star when the officials are force feeding you free throws.


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Post#354 » by doogie_hauser » Today 10:31 am

I feel like already Wemby is the most impossible to defend force since Prime Shaq.

Once Wemby figured out his post up game, it was always gonna be game over for the rest of the league. And we are almost there already.
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Post#355 » by DwayneSchintzus » Today 1:40 pm

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Rust_Cohle wrote:This was amazing



Yep. We've seen multiple-block possessions from guys like Ewing, Robinson and Olajuwon, and that's really good company to be in, for sure.


yes, we've seen half of that video before.

the difference is that no one in nba history could dribble the ball down immediately after and cash a 28 footer.
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Post#356 » by tsherkin » Today 2:06 pm

DwayneSchintzus wrote:the difference is that no one in nba history could dribble the ball down immediately after and cash a 28 footer.


Sure. His shooting ability is quite nice. His 3pt shooting is a lot less impressive than his game closer to the basket and his defense, but it's a nice component to have as long as he limits the volume (as he has been doing so far).

He's a remarkable player and has incredible potential. Which is wild to say, because he's already insanely good.
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Re: Wembanyama, I'm concerned (Part 2) 

Post#357 » by Bornstellar » Today 2:40 pm

G R E Y wrote:
Bornstellar wrote:
Rust_Cohle wrote:This was amazing


I was there today :) really awesome to see this up close in person

OT but what did you think of PJ Holt's pre-game address to the fans?

And did you vote, if I may ask?

I was kinda surprised he spoke honestly. The tone in his voice when he was speaking makes me think internally they are worried about Prop A/B passing. But the crowd was very receptive (I mean obviously, we're all Spurs fans :lol:)

I went and voted YES on A and B on Thursday :)

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