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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: The Sixers free agency thread.
« on: August 22, 2009, 01:03:29 PM »
Doesn't the fact that he's still unsigned make you question whether he (Sessions) is as good or as affordable as you think he is?
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: New combo toto/GM fantasy league starting soon
« on: August 18, 2009, 07:38:05 AM »
I'm in
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: Willie Should Start at PG Over Lou Will
« on: August 06, 2009, 07:59:52 AM »
RP -
Now that Ivey's on the roster, Id assume that you'd support him as the starter based on your criteria in the original post.
I'd prefer him to Green.
DraftExpress scouting report:
Now that Ivey's on the roster, Id assume that you'd support him as the starter based on your criteria in the original post.
I'd prefer him to Green.
DraftExpress scouting report:
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Overview: A defensive specialist on the perimeter who has the size, athleticism, and attitude to make a nice impact, without making mistakes. Between positions in terms of height. Has added some weight to his frame and has pretty good strength. Shows tremendous quickness and foot speed in transition and on defense. Brings some things to the table offensively. Has improved significantly on the offensive end since entering the League. Outside shot looks a lot cleaner. Gets some easy baskets around the rim from time to time. Capable of handling the ball. Gets most of his minutes because of his effort level on defense. Never afraid to get on the floor for loose balls. Defensive traits are essentially the same ones that allowed him to be successful at Texas. Passable role player who seems to be gaining confidence.
Offense: A just-decent offensive player who doesn?t do a whole lot of scoring. Gets most of his touches in spot up situations, but is also responsible for quite a bit of ball handling in transition and pick and roll situations. Displays a respectable right handed jumper that he has developed significantly since entering the League. Lacks ideal follow-through and elevation, but has become much more consistent from the outside. Becoming a solid three point shooter and a nice catch and shoot option. Decent shooter off the dribble. Won?t put the ball on the floor all that often when he is looking to score. Likes to drive and dish. Will commit some turnovers, but is a pretty good decision maker. Not a very good finisher at the rim due to his lack of size and explosiveness. Doesn?t shoot a very good percentage from the foul line either.
Defense: A very good defender who doesn?t take a lot of risks. Displays very good fundamentals and great intensity, but lacks the dynamic athleticism to make plays on a regular basis. Can defend the shooting guard spot effectively, but can also guard point guards. Won?t reach. Maintains a low stance and really works hard to stay in front of the ball. Won?t lose his man in rotations. Not a great rebounder. Won?t make many mistakes defensively, which is certainly a plus for him.
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: Willie Should Start at PG Over Lou Will
« on: July 28, 2009, 07:27:08 AM »Quote from: RickyPryor
Please be specific, and explain how it relates to our need for a PG.
Williams has more natural basketball talent and has been a more highly decorated player throughout every level of the basketball world. He's also been more productive in the NBA while being several years younger. If I'm going to try to fit the proverbial square peg into a round hole, I'll take my chances with the younger, more gifted player.
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"Why is it time? Why can't he make a living and contribution as a spark off the bench?"
I feel as though the team has been inconsistant with the message that they've been sending to Williams as he's developed. Initially, he was used as a back-up PG almost exclusively. During one of his smallball experiments, Cheeks caught some lightening in a bottle and realized that Williams could score in bunches in a scramble-type situation when the team was trying to make a comeback. As his job became more in jeopardy, Cheeks spent less time with Williams at the 1 and more time with him as the go-to scorer on the second unit (often times surrounded by a bunch of non-scorers). I think he needs to start so that he's given as much of a defined role as possible. Tell him what you want and give him the ball. If he fails, then you know that all he's ever going to be is a combo-guard off the bench.
From what I understand, Jordan's system is primarily a 2 guard front that can function with 2 combo types in place of a traditional PG. Williams will never be a traditional PG, but he has elite athleticism and legitimate NBA scoring ability. This team is pretty much stuck in the middle right now (again), Williams realizing his potential as a legitiamte NBA starter is one of the things that could get them out of purgatory - either through him elevating their status in the East, or by increasing his trade value so that you can get someone who will.
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: Willie Should Start at PG Over Lou Will
« on: July 26, 2009, 03:25:24 PM »
Green has had the opportunity to be a starter over the course of 2-3 seasons and has proven to be mediocre (at best) in his ideal position, where he only has to play to his strengths.
Williams is younger, more talented and has a superior basketball pedigree. He's 1 year into a 5-year deal, it's time to find out what he does with a full shot at being an NBA starter. Holiday will need at least a year to acclimate to the NBA game, so the timing is there for Williams to get a 1-year audition.
It's my opinion that last year was a down year for Williams and that he'll benefit greatly from a defined role as a starter.
Williams is younger, more talented and has a superior basketball pedigree. He's 1 year into a 5-year deal, it's time to find out what he does with a full shot at being an NBA starter. Holiday will need at least a year to acclimate to the NBA game, so the timing is there for Williams to get a 1-year audition.
It's my opinion that last year was a down year for Williams and that he'll benefit greatly from a defined role as a starter.
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: Willie Should Start at PG Over Lou Will
« on: July 25, 2009, 04:31:10 PM »
Terrible idea.
Give Lou the job and let him sink or swim.
Give Lou the job and let him sink or swim.
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: The Sixers free agency thread.
« on: July 05, 2009, 09:03:18 PM »
from Depressed Fan:
A lot of mistakes have been made using the MLE on mediocre players.
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And now the second list. These are the guys who teams spent the MLE on, against better judgment, and are still paying the price.
Brian Scalabrine
Nazr Mohammed
Vladimir Radmanovic
DeSagana Diop
Jerome James
Tim Thomas
Steven Hunter
Kwame Brown
Marquis Daniels
Greg Buckner
Brian Cardinal
Darius Songalia
Trenton Hassell
Eduardo Najera
Antonio Daniels
Morris Peterson
James Posey
Jared Jeffries
Chris Duhon
Earl Watson
Chucky Atkins
Damien Wilkins
Beno Udrih
Jason Kapono
Reggie Evans
Marcus Banks
Mike James
DeShawn Stevenson
A lot of mistakes have been made using the MLE on mediocre players.
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: The Sixers free agency thread.
« on: July 05, 2009, 10:10:35 AM »
I think that the Hedo switcharoo makes a Miller => POR more likely.
IMO, the key to a Miller S&T is to only take Blake in return. He's a guy that fits the team's needs and is on a short term contract. Anything else isn't worth the flexibility under the luxury tax that you'd surrender - Outlaw just clogs the roster at the 3/4, Webster was limited athletically before his injury and is reportedly recovering slowly, etc.
Having some flexibility under the tax is more valuable than spending right up to it on mediocre, redundant pieces (Outlaw, MLE non-starters). Especially in this economic climate, having the flexibility to move some of your youth for a big piece is important - as teams get nervous about giving out a big FA deal they will want to sell early and ensure a return and controlled cost.
IMO, the key to a Miller S&T is to only take Blake in return. He's a guy that fits the team's needs and is on a short term contract. Anything else isn't worth the flexibility under the luxury tax that you'd surrender - Outlaw just clogs the roster at the 3/4, Webster was limited athletically before his injury and is reportedly recovering slowly, etc.
Having some flexibility under the tax is more valuable than spending right up to it on mediocre, redundant pieces (Outlaw, MLE non-starters). Especially in this economic climate, having the flexibility to move some of your youth for a big piece is important - as teams get nervous about giving out a big FA deal they will want to sell early and ensure a return and controlled cost.
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: UDFA/Summer League Roster Discussion
« on: June 28, 2009, 07:25:43 PM »
The draft eligible centers were a pretty sad bunch of stiffs this year.
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: UDFA/Summer League Roster Discussion
« on: June 26, 2009, 08:03:14 AM »
I'd take a chance on Josh Heytvelt in the summer league. To me, he's got a little Brad Miller feel to him - decently skilled big who could have a nice career. He's had some off the court issues (shrooms, etc) but that didn't scare off Ed with Sean Williams!
I'd look into Jerel McNeal - I like him as a combo kind of guy in Jordan's offense.
I'd look into Jerel McNeal - I like him as a combo kind of guy in Jordan's offense.
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: Sixers select Jrue Holiday at #17
« on: June 26, 2009, 07:44:56 AM »
I really like the Holiday pick.
In addition to his pedigree, I like that his skill set/size seem to compliment Lou Williams fairly well. As a Sixers fan that still has high hopes for LW, getting a pg with enough size to guard 2's fits my agenda.
In addition to his pedigree, I like that his skill set/size seem to compliment Lou Williams fairly well. As a Sixers fan that still has high hopes for LW, getting a pg with enough size to guard 2's fits my agenda.
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: NBA Draft Discussion
« on: June 12, 2009, 09:47:54 PM »Sessions for the MLE? Yes, but I think he will get mor than that or stay in Milwaukee.I believe that he (Sessions) is subjct to the Gilbert Arenas Rule - and cannot get more than the MLE.
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: Sixers Hire Eddie Jordan
« on: May 31, 2009, 08:16:05 AM »There's no way Brand can play the 5. He's 6'8" and would be overmatched nearly every night.One of the things that has made Brand such an effective player of the years is his freakish length.
His wingspan is 7'5.5" and his standing reach is 9'2" - those number put him right there with a lot of guys who play center in the NBA
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Philadelphia 76ers / Re: Who Will Coach The Sixers Next Year
« on: May 24, 2009, 11:59:10 AM »
I would be on board to make an aggressive move for Rubio.
Assuming that they'd not be interested in Iguodala or Brand for monetary reasons - I'd be open to disussing anyone else and #17.
Rubio has the chance to be both a special talent and a marketing angle.
Assuming that they'd not be interested in Iguodala or Brand for monetary reasons - I'd be open to disussing anyone else and #17.
Rubio has the chance to be both a special talent and a marketing angle.