Amar'e can also lean on the Knicks secret weapon, ShD (shot doctor) Dave Hopla, for expert advice.

"Now in his mid-50′s, (Dave) Hopla understands the nuances of shooting as well as anybody in the world, which is just one of the reasons the New York Knicks hired him to be their shooting specialist before the season.

Amar'e had far too many contested/ altered inside shots last season. It frustrated him to the point he forced shots, thinking the next one would not be blocked back into his face. During the playoffs, the fire extinguisher, and his hand, paid the price. The corner three would be a nice weapon to have for emergencies.

Looking at the data from Synergy over the last five years, Stoudemire has shot approximately 66% from the field on cuts. Take away last season’s outlier of 26.5% on un-guarded catch-and-shoot opportunities, STAT has shot 48% in those situations over the same timeframe.

From 2007 to 2011, STAT shot 45.6% between 16-23 feet, according to Hoopdata.com. He is right on cusp of having legitimate three point shooting from the corner. If the Knicks asked him to work on being able to shoot 35% on corner threes instead of spending time on his post game, I think it would have fit better within the context of what New York needs, in order to function offensively." - Bryan Gibberman

If Amar'e is less effective as an inside scorer, does not accept rebounding as a major role, cannot stay in front of his man on defense, is an unwilling passer or does not develop a perimeter game, what's the point of carving minutes from a productive rotation?

yellowboy90 wrote:I think Amar'e will be good when he comes back. Also, Bosh really helped the Heat with his 3 ball at times last year. Most NBA players should be able to make the corner 3 at a decent percentage.

yellowboy90 - help me out here. Specifically, by box score column, where will Amar'e contribute the most?

yellowboy90 wrote:

misterearl wrote:How Good?

yellowboy90 wrote:I think Amar'e will be good when he comes back. Also, Bosh really helped the Heat with his 3 ball at times last year. Most NBA players should be able to make the corner 3 at a decent percentage.

yellowboy90 - help me out here. Specifically, by box score column, where will Amar'e contribute the most?

Not really sure how to explain it but I look at the offense when Kurt or Two bigs plus Melo is in. I also go back to the preseason and last year before and think he will go back to his career numbers when it comes to shooting. Those shots and layups that Kurt misses I think Amar'e makes. I also look at what Copeland does with Prigi and how successful Amar'e could be. I see an increase in boards and efficiency.

We all have fond memories of Stoudemire in Phoenix. That Amar'e is not walking through that door.

Specifically, career numbers don't mean a thing, because he ain't got that swing. Amar'e had too many shots blocked last season and his explosion will never be what it once was. Knees are like that.

Increase in rebounding and efficiency? What makes you think that?

misterearl wrote:

yellowboy90 wrote:

misterearl wrote:How Good?

yellowboy90 wrote:I think Amar'e will be good when he comes back. Also, Bosh really helped the Heat with his 3 ball at times last year. Most NBA players should be able to make the corner 3 at a decent percentage.

yellowboy90 - help me out here. Specifically, by box score column, where will Amar'e contribute the most?

Not really sure how to explain it but I look at the offense when Kurt or Two bigs plus Melo is in. I also go back to the preseason and last year before and think he will go back to his career numbers when it comes to shooting. Those shots and layups that Kurt misses I think Amar'e makes. I also look at what Copeland does with Prigi and how successful Amar'e could be. I see an increase in boards and efficiency.

We all have fond memories of Stoudemire in Phoenix. That Amar'e is not walking through that door.

Specifically, career numbers don't mean a thing, because he ain't got that swing. Amar'e had too many shots blocked last season and his explosion will never be what it once was. Knees are like that.

Increase in rebounding and efficiency? What makes you think that?

I am not going on Phx Amar'e. His numbers were basically the same across the board except his mid range shooting. If that goes back to norm than that;s really all the Knicks need. Also that explosion started to come back later in the year. I we see with Dwight it takes time to come back from back injuries. Yes the knees is an added problem. Like I said it just an opinion. I see his game fitting in with this style of play.

I really feel good about STAT coming back. That confidence comes mostly because I see how Woodson has rubbed off on his players. I think Amar'e is going to be so much more valuable overall because of Woodson. Of course, if he can't stay on the court none of what I typed means anything.

STAT can improve his range, his defense. Woodson, TC even Camby can help with that.

TC his offense (he's showing signs of initiative).

Melo his decision making (shot selection, passing) and defense (although all of them have improved, they could still improve).

JR his shot selection.

Felton his whole game should benefit being with arguably one of the top 5 PGs of all time.

Amare is obviously a great basketball player, but his physical skills are simply not what they once were. He needs to change the way he plays the game. Hopefully what he learned this summer will be put to good use.

While no way would I bet my life savings (which isn't too much, but that's for a thread on another forum ) that Amare will be successful for years to come, I remain hopeful that he can find a solid role on the team and make us even better when he returns.

Panos wrote:If Amare can hit the shot from the elbow, we'll welcome him back.
And please, Stat, no threes!

+1

That was STAT's major issue last season, not his explosion as much as completely losing his jumper. If he wants to be on the court with the starters, specifically Tyson, he needs to help clear out the middle. The Sheed/STAT frontcourt still sounds good to me...

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