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Spud2nique wrote:Carter or Brunson in retrospect? I likem both but Brunson more.
Jamaaliver wrote:Spud2nique wrote:Carter or Brunson in retrospect? I likem both but Brunson more.
I also prefer Jalen Brunson more. National Champion. NCAA Player of the Year. Jameer Nelson type upside. (i. e. fringe All Star)
But Carter has the chance to become an elite role player. A top 3 & D guy who will manhandle opposing PGs for the next decade. Like a cross between Derek Fisher and Patrick Beverly.
And he ended up on the perfect franchise for his skill set. Backing up M Conley at the Grindhouse.
Yante Maten Named G League Player Of The Month
The NBA G League announced that Miami Heat two-way player Yante Maten has been named NBA G League Player of the Month for games played during the month of December.
Maten appeared in nine games (nine starts) in December, averaging 29.2 points, 11.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.4 blocks per game while shooting 59.0 percent from the field, 47.4 percent from three
Spud2nique wrote:Jamaaliver wrote:ATL Boy wrote:Just watched what Doncic did for Slovenia in Eurobasket... Boy would he look good in a Hawks uni next season.
I do think Doncic, in the right situation, can be a star in this league. In SAS, BOS, HOU, Atlanta, GSW, LAL he'd be great.
But I also can see him flaming out under bad coaches on bad franchises. See: Orlando, New York, New Orleans or Cleveland.
The comparison I've heard that seems most fitting for Doncic is prime Manu Ginobili.
Does that seem right to you guys? Combo guartd who can play off-ball or run point--who makes heady, unselfish plays even if they lack in top end athleticism.
Position wise yes, I think Doncic can play 1-3 like Manu, but skill set wise, from the tape I've seen, and again this is very premature but I'd say Drazen. He can put the ball on the floor, and shoot very well, a couple of things that Drazen did as well, however I do think that Doncic can pass the ball much much much better than Drazen. Again, way too early but he could end up being the first pick and if it's in a Hawks uni, even better.
2 things you can't teach in basketball:
1. Height
2. Feel for the game
Doncic obviously has the height at 6'8", but watching his tape, he has a tremendous feel for the game. Very creative with the ball.
I'm gonna make a prediction that we can all look back at in 10 years and laugh or cry but here it goes:
Doncic will be in the top 5 Europeans that have ever laced them up...that includes the entire list....Dirk, Peja, Vlade, Sarunas,Gasols, and yes, even Drazen Petro.
If I had a nickel for every time I say the following I'd be a billionaire but I'll say it again..
2018 draft is the draft of all drafts...84,96,2003 and now 2018.
We HAVE to get a top 5 pick.
kg01 wrote:Spud2nique wrote:macd-gm wrote:I keep hearing about this new mcRib. Need to try that.
It's the best commercial mystery meat out there..here's what you do..go out and shoot hoops for a couple hours and maybe play in a few pickup games..then get a couple of these bad boys and some fries...BAM!
Mcrib sauce + fries =
Spud2 is it true that Bay Area McDonalds franchise bann'd you from eating there due to the inventory shortages you caused?
Spud2nique wrote:kg01 wrote:Spud2nique wrote:
It's the best commercial mystery meat out there..here's what you do..go out and shoot hoops for a couple hours and maybe play in a few pickup games..then get a couple of these bad boys and some fries...BAM!
Mcrib sauce + fries =
Spud2 is it true that Bay Area McDonalds franchise bann'd you from eating there due to the inventory shortages you caused?
They said the ban is off for 2019!!!mcrib n fries time!!
kg01 wrote:Spud2nique wrote:kg01 wrote:
Mcrib sauce + fries =
Spud2 is it true that Bay Area McDonalds franchise bann'd you from eating there due to the inventory shortages you caused?
They said the ban is off for 2019!!!mcrib n fries time!!
I'm so proud o' you, spud2. You made it!
Also, on a scale of 1-10, where do you rank my 'Luka-cites' designation for all the Doncic Stans?
thank you!kg01 wrote:Spud2nique wrote:kg01 wrote:
Mcrib sauce + fries =
Spud2 is it true that Bay Area McDonalds franchise bann'd you from eating there due to the inventory shortages you caused?
They said the ban is off for 2019!!!mcrib n fries time!!
I'm so proud o' you, spud2. You made it!
Also, on a scale of 1-10, where do you rank my 'Luka-cites' designation for all the Doncic Stans?
Spud2nique wrote:kg01 wrote:Spud2nique wrote:
They said the ban is off for 2019!!!mcrib n fries time!!
I'm so proud o' you, spud2. You made it!
Also, on a scale of 1-10, where do you rank my 'Luka-cites' designation for all the Doncic Stans?
Weren’t you and the King of Ken responsible for shutting down those unwanted Luka threads? Of course with the help of DMS he had to ultimately turn the key but kudos! Nice work!
kg01 wrote:Spud2nique wrote:kg01 wrote:
I'm so proud o' you, spud2. You made it!
Also, on a scale of 1-10, where do you rank my 'Luka-cites' designation for all the Doncic Stans?
Weren’t you and the King of Ken responsible for shutting down those unwanted Luka threads? Of course with the help of DMS he had to ultimately turn the key but kudos! Nice work!
I'll take credit if you're gonna give it to me. Haha
Re-Drafting the 2018 NBA Rookie Class
Where Would Luka, Trae, Ayton Go Today?
1. Phoenix Suns: Luka Doncic
2. Sacramento Kings: Jaren Jackson Jr.
3. Atlanta Hawks: Deandre Ayton
The Atlanta Hawks wouldn't have to think much at No. 3 if Doncic and Jackson went No. 1 and No. 2. Right there in the Rookie of the Year race, Ayton would look like the easy best player available following his start in Phoenix.
He and John Collins could form an overwhelming frontcourt for the Hawks, especially if both continue to develop their jump shots. Ayton is still more of an anchor who Atlanta can feed in the post for high-percentage looks. He's been remarkably efficient as a finisher and back-to-the-basket scorer while flashing enough touch in the mid-range for the Hawks to feel confident in his potential to eventually become a three-point threat.
Early questions about his defensive feel and energy—plus Doncic and Jackson both looking like future difference-makers—knock the real No. 1 pick down to No. 3. But that could just make Ayton the steal of the re-draft.
9. New York Knicks: Trae Young
The New York Knicks have point guards, but none they should feel confident in building with during their pursuit of high-profile free agents. They'd be wiser to add Trae Young and decide in the offseason if Emmanuel Mudiay is worth bringing back based on how he closes and what he'll cost in free agency.
Young hasn't been efficient in Atlanta, but the lack of support there hasn't helped. He's still been a dynamic off-the-dribble threat and creator, which the Knicks could use for Kristaps Porzingis' eventual return.
Young's playmaking and passing are legitimate, and though his scoring hasn't been as convincing, it's worth betting on his shooting consistency improving given his high-level shot-making skill.
Jamaaliver wrote:^Ayton, Trier and Okobo would make for a massively talented collection of players.
And a locker room full of knuckle heads.
Agreed we went the smarter route in Trae and Huerter. Well ok not the smarter but the non knuckle head route. Spud2nique wrote:You can only have 1 knucklehead for every team.
Imagine a Lance Stephenson and a Nick Young on the same squad. Oh my.
Jamaaliver wrote:Spud2nique wrote:You can only have 1 knucklehead for every team.
Imagine a Lance Stephenson and a Nick Young on the same squad. Oh my.
Yeah. That'd almost be worse than Lance Stephenson and Rajon Rondo one the same squad.
Wait a minute...
Spud2nique wrote:Jamaaliver wrote:Spud2nique wrote:You can only have 1 knucklehead for every team.
Imagine a Lance Stephenson and a Nick Young on the same squad. Oh my.
Yeah. That'd almost be worse than Lance Stephenson and Rajon Rondo one the same squad.
Wait a minute...
And throw in McGee lol...three for Bron!
