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technomaster
Posts: 23198 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 6/30/2003 Member: #426 USA |
7/6/2018 11:34 AM
So does Hezonja still have all-star upside as scouts thought before the draft or have we seen enough of him (and his close but not-quite elite quickness/athleticism/shooting) to determine his upside?
Some say he just turned the corner. His stats as a starter last year were very promising. https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/h/haywago01.html When you look at Hayward's first 3 years, you didn't anticipate him becoming a 19ppg/4apg/5rpg sort of player over the next 4 years. He might also go the route of an Ilyasova... settling into a 25mpg/12ppg/6rpg rotation/sometimes starter sort of player. And maybe he won't figure it out and end up like Doug McBuckets... a player who sticks in the NBA, but can't quite carve out a consistent role. In any case, we're giving him 1 year to get an idea of where he's headed. “That was two, two from the heart.” - John Starks
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reub
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7/6/2018 5:55 PM
technomaster wrote:So does Hezonja still have all-star upside as scouts thought before the draft or have we seen enough of him (and his close but not-quite elite quickness/athleticism/shooting) to determine his upside? The highlight reel definitely points to All-Star. |
Nalod
Posts: 68482 Alba Posts: 154 Joined: 12/24/2003 Member: #508 USA |
7/7/2018 5:20 PM
Mario is Anthony Randolph up until now.
I'll be super happy if he is the "Most Improved player"!!! |
Sangfroid
Posts: 24681 Alba Posts: 1 Joined: 7/7/2009 Member: #2784 |
7/10/2018 1:10 AM
Mike1989 wrote:I did this breakdown for another place, but thought I'd post it here to show how Hezonja played per position last season: Looking at these stats, he should be our starting SG, playing 30 mins a game, and lighting them up from 3 point range. Right now, THJ is projected to be the starting SG, but don't mess up Timmy. They're on your tail. "We are playing a game. We are playing at not playing a game..."
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Ira
Posts: 24677 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 8/14/2001 Member: #91 |
7/10/2018 9:20 AM
We'll see. It's a reasonable gamble, but if I had to guess, he'll be a decent backup and nothing more. To this point, his offense has been meh and his defense worse.
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SupremeCommander
Posts: 33767 Alba Posts: 35 Joined: 4/28/2006 Member: #1127 |
7/10/2018 5:06 PM
he's a stopgap that hopefully proves to be more, essentially what Beasley was
Sambakick wrote:
Gives a whole new meaning to "Jazz Hands"
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technomaster
Posts: 23198 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 6/30/2003 Member: #426 USA |
7/10/2018 6:00 PM
THJr might actually fit best with the ultra-aggressive Trey Burke as part of an elite attacking second unit. I thought Hardaway (when healthy) did a fine job putting in career numbers this past season and has become a borderline all-star. I wouldn't downplay his potential impact with the team. It'll be interesting to see where he falls into the mix of minutes and touches this season.
I think the biggest losers of last year's bunch will likely be Courtney Lee, (though the Knicks may need to continue to give minutes to showcase him for potential trades) and Lance Thomas. Beasley, perhaps is the biggest loser, as he doesn't look likely to be offered an opportunity for an encore performance with the Knicks. The Knicks will have a number of players who "should" be able to shoot from deep at a high clip. THJR shot under 32% from 3, Frank shot worse, and while Knox's form (and confidence) looks pure, he hasn't been hitting at a high clip during summer league nor did he light it up in college. Hezonja came billed as having unlimited range pre-draft, but in 3 seasons has averaged 33%... “That was two, two from the heart.” - John Starks
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Nalod
Posts: 68482 Alba Posts: 154 Joined: 12/24/2003 Member: #508 USA |
7/16/2018 11:11 AM
Former NBA coach who watched Mario every day......
Link to Berman story: http://www.ultimateknicks.com/outerlink.asp?id=145462078 A lot of what he said also applies to Frank. While Mudiay did not come out of Europe his status as a project still applies because of his age. |
Jmpasq
Posts: 25241 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 4/10/2012 Member: #4182 |
7/17/2018 6:52 AM
technomaster wrote:THJr might actually fit best with the ultra-aggressive Trey Burke as part of an elite attacking second unit. I thought Hardaway (when healthy) did a fine job putting in career numbers this past season and has become a borderline all-star. I wouldn't downplay his potential impact with the team. It'll be interesting to see where he falls into the mix of minutes and touches this season. They need to play Hardaway and hope he improves. He killed any chance at 2 max deals so we are stuck with him for better or worse Check out My NFL Draft Prospect Videos at Youtube User Pages Jmpasq,JPdraftjedi,Jmpasqdraftjedi. www.Draftbreakdown.com
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Nalod
Posts: 68482 Alba Posts: 154 Joined: 12/24/2003 Member: #508 USA |
7/17/2018 7:56 AM
Jmpasq wrote:technomaster wrote:THJr might actually fit best with the ultra-aggressive Trey Burke as part of an elite attacking second unit. I thought Hardaway (when healthy) did a fine job putting in career numbers this past season and has become a borderline all-star. I wouldn't downplay his potential impact with the team. It'll be interesting to see where he falls into the mix of minutes and touches this season.
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knicks1248
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7/17/2018 8:37 AM
Ira wrote:We'll see. It's a reasonable gamble, but if I had to guess, he'll be a decent backup and nothing more. To this point, his offense has been meh and his defense worse. You really have to take into consideration, the talent around him, the environment, the lack of leadership on the team, multiple coaches, being a euro player, inconsistent minutes, the pg he played with, they multiple systems, how he was used. I really never watch him play much, but i do know he started turning it on just like burke around january ES
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Nalod
Posts: 68482 Alba Posts: 154 Joined: 12/24/2003 Member: #508 USA |
7/17/2018 8:45 AM
knicks1248 wrote:Ira wrote:We'll see. It's a reasonable gamble, but if I had to guess, he'll be a decent backup and nothing more. To this point, his offense has been meh and his defense worse. HE also has a bad injury. He needs to learn pace of his body, his game, and the flow of the game. |
Jmpasq
Posts: 25241 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 4/10/2012 Member: #4182 |
7/17/2018 7:18 PM
Nalod wrote:Failed Homeruns: Starphuchs. I have no real issues with these deals as long as its only 1 year, Actually I prefer a 2nd year team option. As long as we don't leave Steve Mills stupid ass in a room alone with FA's anymore we should be fine Check out My NFL Draft Prospect Videos at Youtube User Pages Jmpasq,JPdraftjedi,Jmpasqdraftjedi. www.Draftbreakdown.com
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