Nalod wrote:
Me just guessing, but maybe Sheed thought of having to work and practice against KG and thought life is too short to put up with that Cocoa Puff!

The Answer Man never guesses, but if he did, he would guess that Rasheed would help against a Cocoa Puff frontline like the Celtics. His understudy, Chris Copeland played bigger than Jerome James, was more active than Jordan Hill and more polished than Jerome Jordan. Amar'e Stoudemire is the X factor. Marcus Camby as The Intimidator.

Sign me up.

So with a guaranteed roster spot likely for Sheed, here are 3 (of five) things he'll provide the Knicks during the season:

2. Posting up. The Knicks also could set Wallace up on the low block, his second sweet spot in halfcourt sets. He has an almost unstoppable turnaround jumper, again helped by his height and high release point. While he's obviously lost some explosiveness at the age of 38, his strength, shooting ability and overall experience still give him an edge.

3. Defending. Wallace takes great pride in his defense, and he backs that up with his trash-talking. He's a very confident player and will say whatever is on his mind -- which will make some of the young bucks in the league, no matter how talented they are, a little uneasy going up against him. Speaking of trash-talking, the biggest thing the Knicks will have to be concerned about with Wallace on the court -- besides an injury, of course -- is him getting called for technical fouls. That will always be part of his legacy.

5. Providing a locker room presence. Not only will his teammates enjoy having him around, the media will usually gravitate to him first to get a money quote. There isn't a more honest, hilarious and outspoken person on the team than Wallace, and he'll always keep it real, providing an update of what's going on with the team. That measuring stick will keep things in perspective and everyone in check.

- Jared Zwerling, ESPN

In tandem with Prigioni, Sheed will be valuable, both inside and outside. The cohesion between the versatile 6'11 Camby and talented 6'11 Sheed could be a thing of beauty.

I would not count on him. If he can be a back up its all a bonus.

Just win baby!

IF "Need Weed Sheed" can be "Big Shot Rob" that would be great.

I think "Big Fellow Melo" is taking those shots. Get used to the cringe when Felton has to take it if Melo does not shake free.

fishmike wrote:this team needs men with balls. Last year when teams decided to knock Lin to the floor the only guy that stood up and shoved guys back was Amare. With Camby, Kurt and Sheed here this will help.

Can guys in suits come of the bench to protect their teammate?

(Or: it takes a Village Of Pine Brothers to Raise A Championship Banner)

Nalod wrote:Sheed is a clown and we have no idea at his age if he can replecate what he had 3 years ago.

Sheed may make you frown, but he is certainly no one's clown. Don't let the antics fool you, Dean Smith, Larry Brown and his running buddies in the locker room have much respect for his game. To run with Maestro Pablo, no replication of his yoot is needed... just catch the rock and make a layup from point blank range. Rasheed can do that in his sleep.

Nalod wrote:I would not count on him. If he can be a back up its all a bonus.

Sheed is simply insurance for the second line. If Woody wants to go big for 5 minutes minutes (say, against the shrimpy Heat) he can walk out Tyson Chandler, Sheed and Camby together, just for kicks and giggles.

Wait until they get a load of that.

Absolutely, he knows how to play and any minutes he can provide for our frontcourt, suddenly less deep with Amar'e limping, is a bonus.

6'11 is still 6'11

nixluva wrote:

misterearl wrote:nixluva - there was a report that while in Boston, Sheed was distracted by the failing health of his Mom, who he loves dearly. He lost interest. Sometimes, time away can remind one how much you miss something you have done all your life. Rasheed spoke to this.

Absolutely, he knows how to play and any minutes he can provide for our frontcourt, suddenly less deep with Amar'e limping, is a bonus.

6'11 is still 6'11

I agree. I think too much is made of this age thing. Bigs have notoriously been effective in later years and IMO it's mostly about how they take care of themselves and their level of skill. If you relied on pure athletic ability then surely you won't be as effective later in life, but if you have actual BB skills then you can keep being effective even after you lost your hops or top speed. As many NBA players have proven you don't need supreme athletic ability in order to be successful in the NBA. Zach Randolph posts and rebounds barely getting off the ground!!! Larry Bird wasn't the greatest physical specimen. There's just more to it than that. Vets like KG who uses his head and skills far more than his athletic prowess prove that. Same goes for Nash and a few other vets in the game. Like you said you can't teach 6-11.

You can teach 6'11 but you can't stop father time from getting to you either.

There is a reason why there are so few 6'11 40+ y/o players in the league.

“I thought Rasheed looked pretty good,” Woodson said. “I think he’s going to be fine. He has to get in a little more game shape, and that’s expected.”

“I think he’s excited about being back on the floor. I’m going to try to put him in the best position possible to help our ball club. We’re not forcing the action. He still has to show he can help us.”

Wallace has not given Woodson and the Knicks a lot to evaluate since then, but it is becoming more apparent they will need him on the court sooner than they imagined. - Nate Taylor

Anyone else (besides Mike Woodson) feel the need... for Sheed?