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Red
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7/8/2015 8:55 AM
I came across this video on one of the Providence forums. You guys wouldn't believe the "hate" this guy generates among a lot of PC fans, just because he declared without ever playing a game for Providence. I don't think some of those fans will ever forget. Others, myself included, wish him only the best. And I think Ledo is right when he says "this is the year".
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nixluva
Posts: 56258 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 10/5/2004 Member: #758 USA |
7/8/2015 9:39 AM
Red wrote:I came across this video on one of the Providence forums. You guys wouldn't believe the "hate" this guy generates among a lot of PC fans, just because he declared without ever playing a game for Providence. I don't think some of those fans will ever forget. Others, myself included, wish him only the best. And I think Ledo is right when he says "this is the year". IMO this is a great spot for him. His skills and talents fit this kind of system perfectly. As he calms down and feels more relaxed he'll make fewer mistakes and more smart plays. You could see the talent even last year when I think he wasn't at his best physically. Here in NY they'll teach him sound basketball principles which will only make him better. |
technomaster
Posts: 23198 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 6/30/2003 Member: #426 USA |
7/8/2015 10:01 AM
After watching the video, maybe I see a young Joe Johnson...
“That was two, two from the heart.” - John Starks
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nixluva
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7/8/2015 10:13 AM
technomaster wrote:After watching the video, maybe I see a young Joe Johnson... Yeah very similar style of play. High shoulders. More about skill and creating just enough space to get his shot off, than athletic ability. |
technomaster
Posts: 23198 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 6/30/2003 Member: #426 USA |
7/8/2015 11:04 AM
It might be worth noting that Joe Johnson didn't really come into his own until his 3rd season in the NBA, and all-star level player in year 5. He looked like a middling role player over his first 2 seasons - ~8.5ppg/2.5apg/3.2rpg in 25mpg - 41%FG). I thought he had bust written all over him. :)
In his 3rd season (at age 22), he looked like an average starter - 16.7ppg, 2.6apg, 3.2rpg in a whopping 40.6mpg. Other than scoring, his apg/rpg barely moved! http://www.basketball-reference.com/players/j/johnsjo02.html “That was two, two from the heart.” - John Starks
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WaltLongmire
Posts: 27623 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 6/28/2014 Member: #5843 |
7/8/2015 12:04 PM LAST EDITED: 7/8/2015 12:06 PM
Just hope he plays smart and under control...no need for hero-ball from him at this point.
I expect that you will know early on whether or not he's matured as a player based on his decision making. He should be well acquainted with the Triangle at this point, so I expect to see him take advantage of the system. He's still only 22. If he's a keeper we will have a pretty good nucleus of younger players (<25) on the team: Galloway and maybe guys like Labeyrie or Ndour, both 23, are players. Edit- forgot that Derrick Williams is under 25, too. Not used to this type of youth on the Knicks. Just hope that everyone lives up to their potential. EnySpree: Can we agree to agree not to mention Phil Jackson and triangle for the rest of our lives?
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nixluva
Posts: 56258 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 10/5/2004 Member: #758 USA |
7/8/2015 12:40 PM
WaltLongmire wrote:Just hope he plays smart and under control...no need for hero-ball from him at this point. The things that is interesting for me is that Phil has been looking for kids who have the kind of game that fits into the needs of this system. with every move he's adding players who are much more of a fit for this style of basketball. The real potential of the team is greater than the Media realizes because we have so many kids who haven't yet had a chance to develop and show just how much talent they actually have. There's a LOT of latent talent on this roster. I'm hoping for some of that talent to show this year. Most of the kids Phil has brought in have a very good skill and BB IQ level. As they learn and grow in team oriented system basketball that talent should start to be exposed. Ledo is a perfect example of that kind of latent talent. As he gains experience and comfort at this level he should start to shine in a team concept. The Baby Knicks as I called them last year will come up together and should develop some good chemistry. |
PhilinLA
Posts: 24941 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 7/12/2004 Member: #696 |
7/8/2015 12:48 PM
Ledo might be the kind of ringer we need to solve our 2 problem early.
http://amonthhoffundays.blogspot.com/
We got a ringer.
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NumberTwoPencil
Posts: 20936 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 10/31/2003 Member: #481 USA |
7/8/2015 2:14 PM
I just looked to see if Rick Ledo was wearing Lavar Postell's jersey number. (Alas, not, Ledo = 11, Postell = 7, based on a quick google.)
I was thinking Ledo's upside might be Postell and, hey, we need a new Postell. The big surprise, to me, however, was this update on Lavar Postell. He's in the Army now! http://www.army.mil/article/96167/NBA_player__Lavor_Postell__joins_U_S__Army/ Two years ago, Postell was a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 91B: Wheel Vehicle Mechanic. I don't see any recent updates so presumably Postell is still in the army. Oh, okay, back to Rick Ledo. |
nixluva
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7/8/2015 2:29 PM
NumberTwoPencil wrote:I just looked to see if Rick Ledo was wearing Lavar Postell's jersey number. (Alas, not, Ledo = 11, Postell = 7, based on a quick google.) Why would you be making jokes about Postell in regards to Ledo? Are you that down on Ledo that you think he has no shot at all? He may not have been ready last year but we'll get a better idea of what he can do this year. I like his basic skills and I hope he can put it all together. This is definitely his opportunity to show he can stick at the NBA level. |
NumberTwoPencil
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7/9/2015 3:21 AM
Oh, come on, I wasn't seriously dissing Ricky Ledo and, hey, no joke he's in the army now :) (That said, the first and second year stats for Ledo and Postell are very similar.)
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TheGame
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7/9/2015 9:01 AM
Wow. That video was moving. I hope he makes it. The Knicks have only one real SG, so this kid should get a chance. It is up to him. I would not mind the Knicks using this season to really see what Ledo, Grant, Galloway, and Early can do. The FA signings, we should still be able to make it to the 8th playoff spot, even if we give PT to guys like Ledo.
Trust the Process
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TheGame
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7/9/2015 9:03 AM
One other thing. Ledo needs to put in more work on defense. THat is what is going to get him playing time.
Trust the Process
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NumberTwoPencil
Posts: 20936 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 10/31/2003 Member: #481 USA |
8/3/2015 10:30 AM
Oooops, Ledo didn't even make it to Lavar Postell status. Oh, well. Is he going to land on the Bayhawks? (The only rumor I see is that the Lakers _may_ be interested.)
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