#32: Welcome to Orlando, Noah Penda!

RookieStar · Post #21 » by **RookieStar** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 1:40 am

AdamTheGreek wrote:Kind of a similar question as with Jase:
Can he IQ and smart his way through athleticism weaknesses?

French league quality of play is spotty, but it’s a physical league.

I preferred Raynaud, but Penda adds to our identity: hard worker, good character, solid passer, willing defender.

There’s some hope with his shooting, but we won’t know until he’s playing against NBA competition consistently.

Isnt the French league the 2nd league behind the NBA on terms of quality?

thelead · Post #22 » by **thelead** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 1:46 am

Seems like a great point-of-attack defender. I in no way see a JI replacement though

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Post #23 » by **Knightro** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 1:46 am

This probably goes without saying because of the 3.5 year age gap, but Penda has a lot more upside than Da Silva does.

Idiosyncratic · Post #24 » by **Idiosyncratic** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 1:47 am

Really did not expect this. I guess I got so stuck on the NAW rumor that I didn't think they would consider trading up for a non-center. I am beyond pleasantly surprised though.

Excited for summer league.

magicfan217 · Post #25 » by **magicfan217** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 1:48 am

Penda fits in with our identity perfectly. Needs time to develop but you can't teach physicality, instinct and motor. This kid has that in spades.

Post #26 » by **Knightro** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 1:48 am

thelead wrote:Seems like a great point-of-attack defender. I in no way see a JI replacement though

He doesn't have to match Isaac's skill set exactly to eventually replace him in the rotation though.

In theory, Penda will bring elements of passing and ball handling that Isaac will never be able to bring.

Idiosyncratic · Post #27 » by **Idiosyncratic** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 1:49 am

thelead wrote:Seems like a great point-of-attack defender. I in no way see a JI replacement though

Watch on YouTube

No, can't replace JI's interior defense. Better on the perimeter currently, but he can block some shots. He has remained nimble even though he is a little thick, but wouldn't be surprised if they try to get him to shed a couple pounds.

thelead · Post #28 » by **thelead** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 1:52 am

Knightro wrote:
thelead wrote:Seems like a great point-of-attack defender. I in no way see a JI replacement though

He doesn't have to match Isaac's skill set exactly to eventually replace him in the rotation though.

In theory, Penda will bring elements of passing and ball handling that Isaac will never be able to bring.

IMO, he's potentially TDS' replacement. You likely agree that we will be bringing Mo back so we need some sort of interior defense to pair with him.

tooler · Post #29 » by **tooler** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 1:59 am

thelead wrote:Seems like a great point-of-attack defender.

Seems like a nice body to throw up against one of the NBA's long list of excellent forwards. Like if one of Franz or Paolo is on the bench. Especially if JI is injured. Especially if Suggs is injured and Franz is defending guards again.

Post #30 » by **Knightro** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 2:03 am

Penda led the French U20 team to the Eurobasket gold medal last summer as a 19 year old.

15 PTS, 14 REB, 5 AST, 1 STL, 6/8 FG, 2/2 3PT, 1/3 FT in the championship game.

basketballRob · Post #31 » by **basketballRob** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 2:06 am

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basketballRob · Post #32 » by **basketballRob** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 2:07 am

Knightro wrote:Penda led the French U20 team to the Eurobasket gold medal last summer as a 19 year old.

15 PTS, 14 REB, 5 AST, 1 STL, 6/8 FG, 2/2 3PT, 1/3 FT in the championship game.

It looked like he was a heavy minute rotation player on a playoff team this year, too.

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fendilim · Post #33 » by **fendilim** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 2:11 am

Bensational wrote:
RookieStar wrote:I cant waot for our pessimistic Euro( looking at you pepe) posters to give us a real rundown on Penda. Lol

Every srp is a jokic to all fanbases.. wanna see what pepe knows.

Pepe will love Penda. Euro team-first player? That’s his fav archetype after Kawhi.

Might even consider changing his username to Pependa1991

fendilim · Post #34 » by **fendilim** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 2:15 am

thelead wrote:Seems like a great point-of-attack defender. I in no way see a JI replacement though

Watch on YouTube

I agree. I actually think Penda completes our defensive arsenal. He’ll be playing against wide body wings.

Okc has dort, we have penda. Suggs and caruso.

RookieStar · Post #35 » by **RookieStar** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 2:18 am

thelead wrote:
Knightro wrote:
thelead wrote:Seems like a great point-of-attack defender. I in no way see a JI replacement though

He doesn't have to match Isaac's skill set exactly to eventually replace him in the rotation though.

In theory, Penda will bring elements of passing and ball handling that Isaac will never be able to bring.

IMO, he's potentially TDS' replacement. You likely agree that we will be bringing Mo back so we need some sort of interior defense to pair with him.

We just drafted TDS last year as a roleplaying wing. We didnt even have time to develop him. We already thinkin of replacing him?

RookieStar · Post #36 » by **RookieStar** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 2:18 am

basketballRob wrote:

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Is he inside a bathroom?

thelead · Post #37 » by **thelead** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 2:23 am

RookieStar wrote:
thelead wrote:
Knightro wrote:
He doesn't have to match Isaac's skill set exactly to eventually replace him in the rotation though.

In theory, Penda will bring elements of passing and ball handling that Isaac will never be able to bring.

IMO, he's potentially TDS' replacement. You likely agree that we will be bringing Mo back so we need some sort of interior defense to pair with him.

We just drafted TDS last year as a roleplaying wing. We didnt even have time to develop him. We already thinkin of replacing him?

there aren't infinite rotation spots and minutes. I don't see Mo being moved and I can't see Penda being the PF to pair with Mo... so that leaves the backup SF spot for minutes. I could be wrong though. It looks like his coaches loved putting him on the ball defensively.

magicfan217 · Post #38 » by **magicfan217** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 2:24 am

RookieStar wrote:
thelead wrote:
Knightro wrote:
He doesn't have to match Isaac's skill set exactly to eventually replace him in the rotation though.

In theory, Penda will bring elements of passing and ball handling that Isaac will never be able to bring.

IMO, he's potentially TDS' replacement. You likely agree that we will be bringing Mo back so we need some sort of interior defense to pair with him.

We just drafted TDS last year as a roleplaying wing. We didnt even have time to develop him. We already thinkin of replacing him?

Yea I don't know why anyone is talking about him replacing anybody. This is a competitive basketball team with 15 roster spots. The best players will play. This guy is going to come in and compete...so is TDS...so is Issac...go on down the line. Get quality players and let them compete for rotation spots.

Post #39 » by **SOUL** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 2:32 am

Read on Twitter

"Opposing scorers have an astounding 27.3% FG (!) when guarded by Noah Penda in isolation.

The multi-positional defending, lateral quickness, physicality & overbearing length — these are the makings of an All-NBA defender & Penda fits that bill."

tooler · Post #40 » by **tooler** » Fri Jun 27, 2025 2:36 am

He plays for the city of Le Mans? That's neat.

His nickname can be "Le Man"