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Foshan wrote:PhillyPhilly wrote:So is Bolden a better power-forward or centre? Regardless, he's really done well this season and If he continues down this path then he's going to be a very good player moving forward.
I really like him at PF, weak side shot blocker type that stretches the floor. Not sure the numbers bear that out though.
youngcrev wrote:The numbers look a lot better with him at the 4, but most of that time was with Joel, and it's a fairly small sample size.
His activity on defense has never been a concern. It's his discipline and consistency that needs to improve.Jams60 wrote:Bolden has been selected in the squad for the Australian Boomers at the World Championships and will make his senior team debut.
Playing at the 5 tonight, replacing Bogut in the rotations. Active in defence.
flat_eric wrote:Just caught wind that Bolden has withdrawn from the Australian national team due to personal reasons and is heading back to Philadelphia. On the surface this seems very bizarre - I'll be interested to hear the full story.
GimmeDat wrote:flat_eric wrote:Just caught wind that Bolden has withdrawn from the Australian national team due to personal reasons and is heading back to Philadelphia. On the surface this seems very bizarre - I'll be interested to hear the full story.
A lot of talk over here from reputable names that Jonah's pulled out because he wasn't starting. Pretty disappointing and not a good look.
Simmons25 wrote:GimmeDat wrote:flat_eric wrote:Just caught wind that Bolden has withdrawn from the Australian national team due to personal reasons and is heading back to Philadelphia. On the surface this seems very bizarre - I'll be interested to hear the full story.
A lot of talk over here from reputable names that Jonah's pulled out because he wasn't starting. Pretty disappointing and not a good look.
If true and he bailed because of that.. that's pathetic and he should never represent Australia again.
GimmeDat wrote:Simmons25 wrote:GimmeDat wrote:
A lot of talk over here from reputable names that Jonah's pulled out because he wasn't starting. Pretty disappointing and not a good look.
If true and he bailed because of that.. that's pathetic and he should never represent Australia again.
Yeah most Aus bball fans, assuming it's true, are pretty pissed off. Especially after he committed, made it into the final cut (other NBA players didn't even make the team) and played 2 warmup games while we're trying to gel. Even Simmons had the courtesy to pull out before camp at least. Funny thing is Jonah played great last game and figured to have a growing role on the team.
still in payne wrote:Frankly, I'd rather have Jonah back in Philly getting acquainted with our new players and working with our staff as opposed to struggling for minutes behind Baynes, Bogut, and Jock "Lion of the G League" Landale in a different system. Bolden is a FA after this year and although it's nice to represent your home country, he needs to take care of business in Philly.
Fischella wrote:I think none of you guys that are pro-Embiid no how basketball works today.. is way easier to win it all with Omer Asik than Olajuwon.
Actually if you ask me which Center I want for my perfect championship caliber team, I will chose Asik hands down
LloydFree wrote:still in payne wrote:Frankly, I'd rather have Jonah back in Philly getting acquainted with our new players and working with our staff as opposed to struggling for minutes behind Baynes, Bogut, and Jock "Lion of the G League" Landale in a different system. Bolden is a FA after this year and although it's nice to represent your home country, he needs to take care of business in Philly.
Bolden isn't a Free agent after next year.
Sixerscan wrote:LloydFree wrote:still in payne wrote:Frankly, I'd rather have Jonah back in Philly getting acquainted with our new players and working with our staff as opposed to struggling for minutes behind Baynes, Bogut, and Jock "Lion of the G League" Landale in a different system. Bolden is a FA after this year and although it's nice to represent your home country, he needs to take care of business in Philly.
Bolden isn't a Free agent after next year.
He is if they decline his option, or cut him before his guarantee date more accurately, either way big year for him.
Fischella wrote:I think none of you guys that are pro-Embiid no how basketball works today.. is way easier to win it all with Omer Asik than Olajuwon.
Actually if you ask me which Center I want for my perfect championship caliber team, I will chose Asik hands down
Simmons25 wrote:GimmeDat wrote:Simmons25 wrote:
If true and he bailed because of that.. that's pathetic and he should never represent Australia again.
Yeah most Aus bball fans, assuming it's true, are pretty pissed off. Especially after he committed, made it into the final cut (other NBA players didn't even make the team) and played 2 warmup games while we're trying to gel. Even Simmons had the courtesy to pull out before camp at least. Funny thing is Jonah played great last game and figured to have a growing role on the team.
Let's be honest he is not getting a starting spot ahead of Mills, Ingles, Baynes, Dellavedova and Bogut... and the guy who has taken his minutes Jock Landale has probably been the best player on the floor the entire camp. These Gen Z'ers man...
