05-02-2019, 08:14 AM | #451 | |
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Compare that to Diarra who looked lost on the court on both ends throughout the season. Small ball and shooting 5's is the true mid-major option. Teams do it not because the want to, but because they can't recruit the guys with the size and athleticism to play a true center. Look at the NBA, Houston starting and backup centers don't shoot 3's, the Warriors Draymond Green shoots under 30%. I also don't think Diarra will be a clear option one if Brooks leaves. Nsoseme was injured throughout the year last year. His better understanding of the game and better rebounding will likely get him just as much if not more court time as Diarra unless Diarra makes a big jump this off-season. Either way, Brooks going leaves a big void. Brooks was on pace to be a star next year and clearly belong on the court last year, the other two were guys we would hope could buy some minutes and not be a disaster. |
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05-02-2019, 08:18 AM | #452 | |
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Also saw Jarron was not invited to the NBA combine but was invited to the G league combine with Luke Maye and Tyus Jones and others. We all know he most likely wont be drafted but if he performs well in this combine and gets a G league shot I think he's gone. |
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05-02-2019, 08:42 AM | #453 |
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I would be shocked if he isn’t gone. Doesn’t The G league pay something like 35 grand with housing I& insurance benefits? I mean, if he stayed another year at UC he’ll get less NBA-focused training and no money. If his goal is to play in the NBA, it seems like going straight to the minor leagues beats staying in college
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05-02-2019, 09:17 AM | #455 | |
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But his rebound numbers and block numbers per 40 minutes were roughly identical to Brooks and for that matter Nsoseme. Brooks fouled a lot more than both of them though. Now this is small sample stuff and I think Brooks is obviously the candidate we could count on here. He would still be option 1A. Just saying...Diara is an athletic freak. Even if he can't box out he is going to grab his rebounds. Even if he's out of position he's going to get his blocks. It would be preferred that he is boxing out and in position so everything else doesn't break down. But maybe Brannen's system or coaching style can help Diara simplify things. Maybe not |
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05-02-2019, 09:22 AM | #456 |
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Yah...I don't see the point in going G league. SK worked his damn tail off just to get a sniff of the real deal. Cumberland hasn't shown that type of work ethic so I think overseas would be not only higher paying but an easier gig. I am not saying Cumberland doesn't work hard...but SK was going to put in every ounce of energy he had to making his dream a reality. And he did that even if for a fleeting moment...and it still wasn't enough in the end.
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05-02-2019, 09:49 AM | #458 | |
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It's a tough sell but there is at least an outside chance to improve his stock. I think he's probably been told by NBA scouts he's not the most athletic guy and he's flat footed etc. Needs to improve lateral quickness etc. Rehfeldt can help him do that as well as anyone and he can become a legend here while getting that done. |
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05-02-2019, 09:59 AM | #459 |
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If Jarron comes back this year and still plans to eat chicken nuggets and fries he may as well leave. If he comes back dedicated to getting his body in tip top shape I think his stock goes up.
There are also places he can improve his game. Ball skills and improving is 2 point % could help him get to 22 plus ppg. As of right now...he's just not there for the NBA. He can shoot the ball from deep and he can pass the ball but he's not a great defender and he's not good enough to take over a game in the NBA over other players currently there. To get in round 1 he has to be much more athletic and he's got to be an absolute nightmare on offense. The question becomes is he up for the challenge or would he rather just start making money and have some fun overseas. I don't think the G league will do him any favors unless he does the things he could be doing here. |
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Looks like we are looking at a kid Chris Maidoh. 6' 10" and seems to be a kid similar to a Diara mold. No offer yet from us as far as I can tell but a late bloomer 2019 guy. Seems to run and jump like a deer and from what it sounds like can at least hit a 3. Length for blocks looks real good. Looks like he might be able to dribble a little too. Doesn't look like he has a polished inside game but he can run the court extremely well.
From the videos out there he seems to check off a lot of boxes. Needs weight training but so does Diara. Seems like a very excitable guy! If Brooks should decide to go I would have no problem putting him on the squad right now. I'm actually impressed |
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