Amare Stoudemire to return by Christmas?

PrecociousNeoph · Post #61 » by **PrecociousNeoph** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 6:15 am

i see no reason for him to rush this, it's not like we are struggling and desperate for him to return

DowNY · Post #62 » by **DowNY** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 6:17 am

PrecociousNeoph wrote:i see no reason for him to rush this, it's not like we are struggling and desperate for him to return

Don't think he's rushing, just think he's actually ready & anxious.

DrKnick · Post #63 » by **DrKnick** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 6:42 am

Just come back ...

KnicksManiac · Post #64 » by **KnicksManiac** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 7:09 am

I watched his entire pre-game workout. He looked incredible -- He was dunking, cutting, shooting. Not knowing the back-story, if you had told me that he would be playing in the Knicks/Nuggets game tonight, I would have believed you. He was the first Knick on the court and the last Knick off the court. He ended his session by draining 5 threes in a row from the corner. He's working his ass off to get back on the court so I hope the Knicks fans give him the reception he deserves.

Also, Shump looked great too. He was in the post at the elbow -- He'd take one dribble and one jab towards the hoop and then throw it down. Not a "barely get the ball over the rim" dunk. A legit throw down. He's getting close too.

Here are some pictures from the game:

regGQ · Post #65 » by **regGQ** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 7:20 am

Damn where do I cop one of those Knicks tanks?

Stannis · Post #66 » by **Stannis** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 7:26 am

^^^^^ lmao, one of those guys is trying to get his BASEBALL signed by Novak.

jstudabaka · Post #67 » by **jstudabaka** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 7:51 am

Looking forward to KIDD feeding Amare :wordyo:

NYK_89 · Post #68 » by **NYK_89** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 12:06 pm

R-DAWG wrote:I think Sheed will compliment Amare well. He can space the floor and hold his own on d, which will open the paint for Amare on pick and rolls (something that Chandler doesn't do). Amare will have 10-15 minutes a night to play without Melo and Tyson and will have the offense run through him. Then, when Melo and Tyson are on the court Amare can be a stretch 4 who can (hopefully) get a few easy baskets in the low block. If we can get 25 good minutes from Amare we become a more dangerous team.

He well play at least 30

Leaguepass · Post #69 » by **Leaguepass** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 1:13 pm

There is absolutely ZERO doubt in my mind that a healthy Amar'e is a huge improvement for this team. A huge improvement. This team has the smart and veteran savvy to work Amar'e in effortlessly. Despite our terrific record and start we gotta admit that our team is really reliant on outside shots a little too much. We can definitely use some finishes around the basket. Also after 20 games of being barely competitive on the boards I have a new appreciation for Stat's 8-9 rebounds per game.

denterprise · Post #70 » by **denterprise** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 3:28 pm

Leaguepass wrote:There is absolutely ZERO doubt in my mind that a healthy Amar'e is a huge improvement for this team. A huge improvement. This team has the smart and veteran savvy to work Amar'e in effortlessly. Despite our terrific record and start we gotta admit that our team is really reliant on outside shots a little too much. We can definitely use some finishes around the basket. Also after 20 games of being barely competitive on the boards I have a new appreciation for Stat's 8-9 rebounds per game.

STAT is going to bring us to another level. The good teams will start to adjust to our outside shooting but with STAT on his game that should neutralize their efforts. We are going to be ready for the playoffs this season.

makeitstop · Post #71 » by **makeitstop** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 4:56 pm

KnicksManiac wrote:I watched his entire pre-game workout. He looked incredible -- He was dunking, cutting, shooting. Not knowing the back-story, if you had told me that he would be playing in the Knicks/Nuggets game tonight, I would have believed you. He was the first Knick on the court and the last Knick off the court. He ended his session by draining 5 threes in a row from the corner. He's working his ass off to get back on the court so I hope the Knicks fans give him the reception he deserves.

Also, Shump looked great too. He was in the post at the elbow -- He'd take one dribble and one jab towards the hoop and then throw it down. Not a "barely get the ball over the rim" dunk. A legit throw down. He's getting close too.

Good news and great pics.

But...why is someone handing Novak a baseball? :lol:

cgmw · Post #72 » by **cgmw** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 5:09 pm

KnicksManiac wrote:I watched his entire pre-game workout. He looked incredible -- He was dunking, cutting, shooting. Not knowing the back-story, if you had told me that he would be playing in the Knicks/Nuggets game tonight, I would have believed you. He was the first Knick on the court and the last Knick off the court. He ended his session by draining 5 threes in a row from the corner. He's working his ass off to get back on the court so I hope the Knicks fans give him the reception he deserves.

Also, Shump looked great too. He was in the post at the elbow -- He'd take one dribble and one jab towards the hoop and then throw it down. Not a "barely get the ball over the rim" dunk. A legit throw down. He's getting close too.

Here are some pictures from the game:

Thank you.

shmeakone · Post #73 » by **shmeakone** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 5:13 pm

Damnnn Amare why you lookinnnn so gewdddddd!?!?!

BOOMbip · Post #74 » by **BOOMbip** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 6:43 pm

If Amar'e has a corner 3 and Shump has a post game...

BOOMbip · Post #75 » by **BOOMbip** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 6:44 pm

Even better if Shump has a corner 3 and Amar'e has a post game....

Post #76 » by **mpharris36** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 6:44 pm

BOOMbip wrote:If Shump has a corner 3 and Amare has a post game...

fixed

BOOMbip · Post #77 » by **BOOMbip** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 6:48 pm

mpharris36 wrote:
BOOMbip wrote:If Shump has a corner 3 and Amare has a post game...

fixed

So close ...but a few seconds too slow.... :lol:

Post #78 » by **mpharris36** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 6:53 pm

BOOMbip wrote:
mpharris36 wrote:
BOOMbip wrote:If Shump has a corner 3 and Amare has a post game...

fixed

So close ...but a few seconds too slow....

BOOMbip · Post #79 » by **BOOMbip** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 7:00 pm

mpharris36 wrote:
mpharris36 wrote:
BOOMbip wrote:If Shump has a corner 3 and Amare has a post game...

fixed

If both have both!!!!!

Post #80 » by **mpharris36** » Mon Dec 10, 2012 7:09 pm

baby steps with Amare, if he has a post game and has the focus to become a better defender then thats all i need from him. No need for him camping out at the 3 point line. I want him underneath attacking the glass with put backs.

Shumpert will probably come back with a better jumper. Because for a while he was only allowed to work on his shot (no cutting or quick lateral movements). Jumper should be wet. His quickness and defense is where we might see a little dip until he gets full confidence in that knee.

Either way but will be welcomed pieces...it will be like trading for 2 good rotational pieces mid year without having to give up anything in return.