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10-20-2011, 02:03 AM
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Re: 10/30/2011 = 10/30/2001
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MEET THE NEW JORDANAIRES # 6: POPEYE JONES  Position: Power Foward Age: 31 Height: 6-8 Weight: 250 Important 2000-01 Stats: 3.6 pts, 4.9 reb, 14.2 min, 45 games Jordanaire most similar to: Charles Oakley The Good: Tough ain't pretty, folks. And as you can see from this photo, Popeye is one of the toughest, grittiest players ever. He's another great rebounder, although not quite as good as Oakley in his prime. If he played 40 minutes last year, Jones would've averaged 13.8 rebounds -- good enough to be the best rebounding power forward in the league. If the Wizards could get away with starting White and Jones, there's almost a certain chance they would have two players boarding in double figures, as well as two tough defensive presences underneath the basket. Unlike White however, Jones has a decent jump shot. Not only tough and hard working, Popeye is also smart. A student of the game, he wants to be a coach when he retires, so he's another guy who should help in getting the most out of the kids. Then, perhaps with a few minutes left in the fourth quarter, could get out there and still show them a few things himself. The Bad: The possibility of Jones getting lots of minutes or even consistent short minutes would seem slim. A few years ago, he tore his ACL. From then on he's been unable to lace up always and often, not playing anywhere near a full season since 1996-97. He can't jump, and has been slowed, but that doesn't end up mattering much when he's able to get out on the court. Gets by on a cocktail of pure hustle and intelligence these days. Bottom line: An understated key of the Wizards season. If he can somehow stay healthy, odds are greatly increased that the team can finish over .500. If not, well, as is the case with Whitney, Wizard Youth has still got one of the best veterans around as an example to show them how to conduct themselves. Last edited by dyedbuthair; 10-23-2011 at 06:29 PM. |
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10-21-2011, 12:48 PM
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Re: 10/30/2011 = 10/30/2001
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MEET THE NEW JORDANAIRES # 7: TYRONN LUE  Position: Point Guard/Shooting Guard Age: 24 Height: 6-0 Weight: 175 Important 2000-01 Stats: 3.4 pts, 1.2 ast, 12.3 min Jordanaire most similar to: B.J. Armstrong The Good: Lue earned his fifteen minutes of national fame last June in the Finals as his dogged defense help bother Iverson and bolster the Lakers to their second straight title, which he then parlayed into a juicy free agent contract with the Wizards. His apparent role will be to provide some scoring from the bench and stop small speedsters from getting into the lane. The Bad: I don't know about this one. Lue has never been that good of a playmaker, and his offense hasn't been all that great either. Or his defense, before those big games with everybody watching. All reports say he's a good kid who works hard, and Jordan must see something in him, so maybe he'll surprise. Bottom line: Under Whitney's tutelege, perhaps they can combine their average talents and above-average work ethics into a reasonable facsmilie of a quality point guard. Last edited by dyedbuthair; 10-23-2011 at 06:28 PM. |
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10-22-2011, 02:45 AM
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Re: 10/30/2011 = 10/30/2001
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MEET THE NEW JORDANAIRES # 8: KWAME BROWN  Position: Power Forward Age: 19 Height: 6-11 Weight: 270 Important 2000-01 Stats: None (Rookie) Jordanaire (to avoid becoming) most similar to: Stacey King The Good: The Wizards selected Brown high school with the first number 1 pick they've had in 50 years, apparently a sign from the gods that they endorse a second Jordan comeback. Scouts love how quick he is for someone his size. Is he the next Kevin Garnett? The Bad: Brown may well develop into a superstar, but odds are that if it happens it will be after Jordan retires again, as it generally takes a high school player at least four years or so before he comes close to realizing his full potential. That said, Kobe Bryant and Kevin Garnett became important contributors in year two of their careers. If Brown can do that too, then that's about all anyone can ask. This year, it will be a major miracle if he's anything but a somewhat effective, very mistake-prone backup. There is a possible parallel to the Bulls dynasty here too. In 1989 despite finishing with almost 50 wins the Bulls had the #6 pick in the draft, selecting Stacey King in the hopes he would be the answer to vanquishing the Pistons. He was a total bust, never averaging above ten points a game. Bottom line: Don't be Stacey King, Kwame. Last edited by dyedbuthair; 10-23-2011 at 06:28 PM. |
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10-22-2011, 02:50 PM
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Re: 10/30/2011 = 10/30/2001
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MEET THE NEW JORDANAIRES # 9: HUBERT DAVIS  Position: Guard Age: 31 Height: 6-5 Weight: 183 Important 2000-01 Stats: 7.9pts, .456 3P%, 25.6 min Jordanaire most similar to: Steve Kerr The Good: Steve Kerr has the highest career three point field goal percentage of all time. Care to venture a guess who's second? You're looking at him. Yet another throw-in in the Dallas deal, Davis can still shoot, posting a .456 mark from behind the arc last season. He's also yet another fantastic veteran leader. A devout religious man, Davis wants to become a minister when he's done. His connections may be crucial to get Jordan to walk on water again. The Bad: Just about everything else. Davis is your basic superb three point specialist, with not many other skills at his disposal. Then again, the Bulls didn't really suffer too bad with that Kerr guy on the court now, did they? It's hard to fathom that Davis can be all that much more of a liability than Kerr on the defensive end. Bottom line: There's a bit of a logjam of guards on this squad, and Hue might be the odd man out. If he can be his devestating self at long range, that will help His Airness get some more space to operate on O. Last edited by dyedbuthair; 10-23-2011 at 06:28 PM. |
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10-23-2011, 01:41 PM
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Re: 10/30/2011 = 10/30/2001
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MEET THE NEW JORDANAIRES # 10: ETAN THOMAS  Position: Power Forward/Center Age: 23 Height: 6-9 Weight: 256 Important 2000-01 Stats: None (Injured) Jordanaire most similar to: Scott Williams The Good: Finally, the last player to come across in the Howard trade (what is that, like half the team?). Thomas is known for his rough n' tough hustle. Strong as a bull (but not as strong as Jahidi) he's another undersized player who might be able to anchor the middle due to that and his shot blocking ability. He could be another very good rebounder. Like Williams, Thomas is very active and takes up space. The Bad: Thomas didn't play at all in his rookie year, so essentially this is it. He has very little offesnive skill and can't pass worth a lick. Bottom line: Minutes may be tough to find for power forwards on this squad, especially for ones still wet behind the ears. If he's unable to handle playing center, he might spend most of this year sitting on the bench too. Last edited by dyedbuthair; 10-23-2011 at 06:28 PM. |
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