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2010 D-League Dunk Contest
by: Jim Hlavac, Richard Walker
February 15, 2010
Friday night the NBA D-League held it's Slam Dunk Competition and DraftExpress was there filming every dunk with our exclusive slow-motion technology, lovingly dubbed DX-Mo. The players would be hard pressed to put on a better show
than last year
James White
went on a high flying, long jumping, dunking clinic, but these players gave it their best and provided some memorable moments.
Los Angeles
Dar Tucker
showed basketball fans that he, not the Lakers
Shannon Brown
, is the best dunker in the city of Angels. For his final dunk, Tucker leapt over 6'11"
Brian Butch
before throwing it down.
Alonzo Gee
was the runner-up, beating 2009 collegiate dunk champion Tony Danridge and former Memphis Grizzlies swingman
Trey Gilder
Gee was concise in his praise of Tucker, He jumped high. And then added, I had a lot of fun and Im glad I did it.
Dar Tucker
Dunk #4
Albuquerque's Tony Danridge started off the competition with a nice baseline dunk where he switched hands mid-flight and threw it down left-handed. It was a good conservative choice for a first dunk, but Danridge missed on his next turn and failed to advance to the finals.
Tony Danridge Dunk #1
Alonzo Gee
was up next and went with a windmill.
Alonzo Gee
Dunk #1
For his second dunk of the first round, Gee does a double clutch, 180 reverse jam.
Alonzo Gee
Dunk #2
Tucker was up next and started with the big pass to himself from the three-point line and finished with a two-handed windmill.
Dar Tucker
Dunk #1
For his second dunk of the first round, Tucker again started with a pass from the three-point line and then went between his legs before flushing it home for one of the best dunks of the night.
Dar Tucker
Dunk #2
Trey Gilder
was the last contestant to dunk in the first round and began by placing two ball boys in front on the rim. He didnt quite clear them, but the dunk went down.
Trey Gilder
Dunk #1
Gilder followed that dunk up with a reverse slam off of a lob pass to himself from the three-point line.
Trey Gilder
Dunk #2
Gee and Tucker advanced to the final round with Gee going first. Gee started off with a powerful reverse 180 windmill dunk.
Alonzo Gee
Dunk #3
Dar Tucker
countered Gees dunk with a lob from the three-point line and finished it with a two-handed reverse jam bring the ball down low towards his knees first.
Dar Tucker
Dunk #3
For Gees final dunk, he went out to the three-point line, threw the lob to himself and stalled in midair as he caught it before throwing down a powerful jam.
Alonzo Gee
Dunk #4
Tucker finished the night off by jumping over 611
Brian Butch
of the Bakersfield Jam scoring 50 points in every one of his dunks for a perfect four dunk total of 200.
Dar Tucker
Dunk #4
D-League All-Star Game
With nine former NBA players on the rosters, the MVP of the NBA D-League All-Star game went to Bakersfields
Brian Butch
. Butch, who was just named as a replacement player last week, scored 18 points and grabbed a game-high 13 rebounds in leading the West to a 98-81 victory.
There are so many great players. I just came out here and tried to perform and do what I can do. Im just thankful for the D-League to give me the opportunity, said Butch.
The Wests bench outscored the Easts bench 54-20 and held a 55-40 advantage on the glass. Los Angeles
Diamon Simpson
, who like Butch was a replacement player, connected on 7-of-8 shots and was the second leading scorer for the West.
I didnt have any expectations. I tried to be as relaxed as I could and just perform, said Simpson. It was fun being around all this good talent. Its definitely an experience I will remember.
The East squad jumped out to an early 17-4 lead and it looked like the rout was on. However, the West squad shortly responded with a 23-4 run of its own and carried a seven point lead into halftime. According to the West teams Assistant Coach
Paul Mokeski
, the game went as he and Head Coach Chris Finch had planned.
Thats been our strategy. And its pretty much gone well for us at RGV [Rio Grande Valley] this year. We let the team feel comfortable, get a good lead, and then we come back, and we play a lot harder, and we play a lot smarter, and we take over the game.
The East squad was led by
Earl Barron
Reggie Williams
who had 20 and 17 points respectively. Mokeski was quick to point out the success of the big men in the game.
Brian and Barron both played well. Its interesting the way basketball is starting to go where seven footers can spread the floor. Brians probably more of a three-point threat but Earl can get out and hit the 18-20 footer.
As for whether
Brian Butch
is now a call-up candidate, he wasnt too concerned. I dont pay attention to it. Its up to everybody else to worry about all those other things. I just go and play.
In other news, the three point competition came down to a duel between defending champion
Blake Ahearn
of Bakersfield and Utahs Andre Ingram. Ingram got out to a fast start in the final round and outscored Ahearn 21-18 to win the title.
He [Ingram] started off really hot and my first two racks were a struggle, said Ahearn. Its hard to play catch up when you only have a certain number of shots. He shot the ball well tonight and he deserved it,
Ingram wasnt worried about winning, he was just happy to be in the competition. It felt great. I was just focused and hoped that things went well. Im very fortunate to be here first of all and just thankful.
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D-League Showcase Interviews: Jonathan Givony, Daniele Baiesi
by: Jonathan Givony - President, Jim Hlavac, Richard Walker
January 11, 2010
Keep scrolling down the D-League blog to read and watch all of our extensive Showcase content.
Jonathan Givony Recaps the 2010 D-League Showcase
An interview with Jonathan Givony discussing who stood out at the NBA Development League Showcase, how the league can improve it's level of talent, and the future of high school players looking to skip out on playing college basketball.
Daniele Baiesi Provides a European Perspective
Italian league executive Daniele Baiesi gives his take on the D-League, sheds insight into the process European league teams go through in evaluating American talent, talks about some of his favorite players from Boise, and talks about some of the most famous players to go through teams he's worked with--
Jonas Jerebko
Thabo Sefolosha
Part One:
Part Two:
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D-League Showcase Scouting Reports
by: Matt Kamalsky - Director of Operations, Joseph Treutlein - Director of Scouting/Analytics
January 9, 2010
Following the four days of action we observed in Boise, we present scouting reports of some of the top NBA prospects in attendance.
Alade Aminu
came back to earth after his outstanding first Showcase game, scoring just 11 points on 5-10 shooting while grabbing an unimpressive 2 rebounds in 23 minutes. Aminu was also in foul trouble, finishing the game with 5 fouls, and this game definitely shed some light on his unimpressive averages (10 points, 5 rebounds) throughout the season.
Aminu's biggest problems right now lie in his inconsistency on defense and the glass, as he doesn't always rebound the way he's capable of, and he tends to get lost at times on defense. He had quite a few instances today where he was indecisive defending pick-and-rolls, leading to openings for the opposition or putting him in a position where he was forced to foul. The encouraging thing is at times Aminu looks great in these situations, as he clearly has the tools to be a versatile defender with his mobility and length.
Offensively, Aminu also has some problems, as his post game is not very reliable as of yet, even though he shows nice flashes. According to Synergy Sports Technology, Aminu is scoring just 0.75 points per possessions on post-ups, which make up the largest portion of his offensive usage. In watching him play, it's clear he's a bit lacking in instincts here, and can tend to force the issue at times. That said, his hook shot looks very good at times, as he gets great separation and his touch isn't bad.
Aminu is at his best finishing off cuts and pick-and-rolls, two situations he probably isn't used in as often as he should be. If he focused on those two aspects alone, while also developing a bit more consistency with his mid-range jumper (which is already respectable), he could be a nice role playing big in the NBA, assuming he improves his defense and rebounding.
Possibly the player with the most upside of any player in the D-League, Aminu should be getting looks for call-ups soon, as he's a low-risk option to stash on a roster and develop. That said, with the economic constraints placed on many teams (there's a reason many teams are opting to use only 13 of 15 potential roster spots), his list of potential suitors is definitely smaller than it would be normally, so it's no guarantee he finds a home before the season ends, especially because it's questionable if he could immediately contribute if forced into action.
-A draft-eligible prospect who spent three seasons lighting up Conference USA at Southern Miss before tossing his name into the draft and subsequently deciding to stay in the pro ranks,
Jeremy Wise
had a solid showing in the D-League showcase playing for a very weak Bakersfield Jam squad.
Standing 62 with a skinny frame, Wise is a severely undersized two guard with outstanding speed and quickness. An excellent transition player, he did bring the ball up the floor occasionally, but is clearly looking to score when he has the ball in his hands.
Offensively, Wise is very aggressive looking for his shot, especially off the dribble. Displaying the ability to turn the corner on the pick and roll and draw contact at the rim, he proves to be a very solid finisher on this level and gets to the line at a solid rate. Wise went to the line 11 times in the first Showcase game, taking a number of pretty bad falls in the process, but putting his athleticism on full display. Despite his lack of physical strength, Wise shows no shortage of toughness at the basket.
From the perimeter, Wise displays aggressive shot selection, taking and making some very difficult shots. He prefers to put the ball on the floor to create his shot over catching and shooter, but yields solid results doing both. Not terribly consistent from three point range, Wise tends to drift on some of his shots, and will need to improve his 30.8% shooting from three to improve his chances of receiving any NBA draft attention.
Defensively, Wise shows a passable effort level and the ability to spark the break, but doesnt project as a good defender in the NBA. His size limits his upside, and his scoring mentality takes away from his ability to run the point which is a key to his development as a prospect. As it stands, Wise isnt likely to be considered a great NBA draft prospect, but the fact remains that he will end up with a full year of very important experience playing against grown men in a challenging environment, which will only improve his pro prospects moving forward.
Rob Kurz
had a great first game here, doing everything you'd expect him to do, but sat out the second game. A very smart and efficient scorer, Kurz has a deadly jump shot with three point range, while he's also been doing a great job crashing the boards in D-League action this season.
Kurz is a role player with a clearly defined skill-set and a very good understanding of the game. Since he already spent the majority of last season in the NBA, it wouldn't be unlikely to see him called up at some point. For a team looking for a combination of frontcourt depth, smarts and outside shooting, there probably isn't a better option in the D-League. As long as the team is content with his defensive limitations and not expecting a huge amount of upside, Kurz would be a solid option for a minimum contract.
-One of the top scorers in the NBADL in each of his two seasons of action,
Carlos Powell
scored a total of 45 points in his two games in Boise and only reinforced many of the things we wrote about him two seasons ago. After spending last year in Korea and training camp with the Warriors, Powell has been lighting up the scoreboard for Albuquerque all season long.
An incredibly assertive scorer, Powell can put the ball in the basket from virtually everywhere on the floor. Displaying a wide array of scoring moves around the rim, solid touch on his jumper, and a willingness to attack defenders off the dribble, he is one of the most talented and complete offensive players the D-League has to offer, despite the fact that he is not the most explosive athlete youll find.
While 52.2% shooting and 8.9 free throw attempts each game certainly warrant a lot of possessions, Powell often stalls Albuquerques offense when he looks to score. Getting a large portion of his offense in one-on-one situations, Powell still uses his physical strength rather than great quickness or explosiveness to bully defenders on this level, but hes improved his range to some extent since his last stint in the NBADL and still dishes out a respectable number of assists thanks to his ability to consistently draw the attention of his teammates defenders.
Defensively, Powell remains limited from an NBA by his average lateral quickness, though his willingness to get physical allows him to produce some steals. Hes shown an improved energy level at times this season, which is something he needs to show consistently to improve his stock. Only an average rebounder, Powell can score in bunches on this level, and while he isnt an ideal role-player, he is player who could receive call-up considerations considering his ability to immediately produce.
-One of the more intriguing players here from a pure potential standpoint,
Dar Tucker
was fairly up and down in his two games at the Showcase, showing many of the problems that led to him being undrafted (by the NBA) this past summer. A super long and athletic undersized shooting guard, Tucker just doesn't have a reliable jump shot, but plays as if he does. His numbers on the season (37% FG, 16% 3PT, 63% FT) show you just how big a toll his poor outside shooting takes on his efficiency.
On the bright side, Tucker does have some good scoring instincts and can be a terror attacking the basket, which led to some nice finishes here. He also shows a lot of potential defensively, and will make use of it on occasion.
Tucker still appears to be a ways away from contributing at the NBA level, and there's a reason he's coming off the bench and averaging just 21 minutes per game for a D-League team. As has been repeated many times, Tucker will need to become a more effective outside shooter and decision maker before he takes the next step as a player, but if he does, he could likely find himself a niche in the NBA.
-Rarely a three-point shooter in college,
Anthony Tolliver
has become somewhat of a specialist in his time between the NBA and NBADL the past two seasons. A very long PF/C without great height and with just decent athleticism, Tolliver provides his worth by being an efficient scorer, good rebounder, and a very smart player, having good passing skills and fundamentals for a big man.
After a very strong first game here in Boise, Tolliver didn't have the greatest of second games, shooting 5-of-18 from the field, but still managing to post 19 points and 14 rebounds. On the season, Tolliver is taking about half of his attempts from behind the three-point arc, where he is a very reliable spot-up shooter and can even pull up a bit in space.
As for the rest of his offense, Tolliver shows flashes of post and face-up game, but he's not particularly consistent with either, and these aren't segments of his games that project to be very reliable in the NBA.
Defensively, Tolliver is pretty attentive, making most of the rotations, putting in the effort, and playing smart overall defense, but he doesn't appear suited to defend power forwards on the perimeter, being fairly slow-footed. He's a solid post defender and very good on the defensive boards, however.
Tolliver was already called up to the Portland Trail Blazers for a few days this season, and spent part of last season with the Spurs, so it won't be surprising to see him get another shot before this season is over, if not more than one. He has a pretty clearly defined skillset, providing value mainly through three-point shooting and the defensive glass, as well as by being an extremely high character individual, so if a team is looking for those attributes and is capable of masking some of his deficiencies, he could provide a good fit somewhere as a 12th man or even a little more if the team is battling injuries.
-One of the top players on our preliminary list of call-up candidates,
Dwayne Jones
was extremely solid in both of his contests in Boise and has consistently productive all season long. One of the few players here with multiple seasons of NBA experience under his belt, Jones possesses a blend of size, strength, and energy that allow him to make an impact on both ends of the floor with his hustle. A legitimate center, Jones is arguably the best big available for teams in a pinch that need a quick-fix at the five spot.
In his two games here, Jones tallied 20 points and 35 rebounds. Banging bodies around the rim, crashing the glass, and providing an outlet to driving teammates when his defender stepped up to stop them, Jones shot a total of 9 free throws on 9 shot attempts. A capable finisher who isnt afraid of contact, he translated his effort level into scoring chances and trips to the line. Jones still doesnt possess a terribly high skill level, nor does he create his own shot. However, he sticks to what hes good at to the tune of 61.4% shooting from the field. Despite seldom looking to force things or put the ball on the floor, Jones did struggle a bit with turnovers this weekend, posting four in both contests.
Though hes averaged 17.2 points per game thus far this season, Joness bread and butter remains his outstanding rebounding ability. Using his length and strong frame to pursue the ball off the rim, Jones seemed bent on exceeding the 22 rebounds
Joey Dorsey
posted earlier in the day. Averaging an outstanding 14.6 rebounds per-game on the season, Jones does a lot of the things that NBA teams want from a short-term player: he pulls down an exceptional 5.9 offensive rebounds per game, he provides a defensive presence with his terrific strength, length and bulk, and he can bring energy off the bench. One of the most consistent players weve observed, Jones is a steady veteran who remains on the cusp of the NBA.
Cartier Martin
didnt explode for a big performances like
Alade Aminu
did, he was solid all weekend and helped his team win both of their gamesearning himself a call-up to the Golden State Warriors along the way. One of the top forwards in the D-League, Martin appears to have rounded back into form after returning to the Energy following a brief stint in Italy. Shooting the ball extremely well in his teams first win, Martin had one of the stronger performances of day two and showed well again in day four.
Aggressively attacking the rim, Martin was very effective from the get go, scoring 12 points in his first frame in Boise and hitting all five of the free throws he created. A major threat to make shots from deep, Martin shows a solid first step, and never hesitated to initiate contact on his way to the rim. With his dribble drive established, Martin proceeded to knock down a catch and shoot three in transition, a spinning fade-away jumper from 18-feet, and a leaner in the lane after beating his man in a called isolation. In the second half, Martin played a total of six minutes, drawing a charge and getting to the line as the first man down the floor in transition. A solid athlete with a good understanding of Iowas half court sets, Martin looked extremely comfortable scoring today on his way to 18 points in his 21 minutes.
In the second game, Martin wasnt nearly as productive, as a scrappy Bakersfield team nearly ousted the Energy, who currently own the best record in the D-League. A coachable player who is willing to put his body on the line, Martin still scored 17 points, but only shot 7-17 from the field. Despite the sub-par shooting performance, he still showed a high energy level on the defensive end. Hes not a shut down defender, but he plays within the team concept, shows active hands, and will put himself in harms way to draw charges. Couple those attributes with his offensively ability and tenure with the Bobcats last season, and its very obvious why Golden State opted to give him a 10-day contract as soon as
Anthony Randolph
went down with an injury.
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D-League Showcase Interviews: Rod Benson,Mark Madsen, Mickell Gladness
by: Jonathan Givony - President, Jim Hlavac, Richard Walker
January 8, 2010
Checking In With the Boom Tho
Former DraftExpress blogger
Rod Benson
sits down with Jonathan Givony to discuss his basketball and writing career, his performance in the D-League showcase, the frustrations involved with being a fringe NBA player, and other topics.
Madsen Enjoying a New Line of Work
Utah Flash coach
Mark Madsen
sits down to discuss the transition he made from high paid NBA player to D-League assistant, the process of instilling the toughness and hustle he was known for in his own pupils, his thoughts on
Dontell Jefferson
Anthony Tolliver
and other players he's seen and worked with, and more.
Basketball from the Fringe: An Interview with
Mickell Gladness
The NCAA's all-time leading shotblocker,
Mickell Gladness
, sits down to discuss a variety of issues, including what it's like to be a backup in the D-League, his team's extensive cooperation with the Houston Rockets, what it's like to realize that he's not an immediate NBA prospect, and much more.
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D-League Showcase: Day Three
by: Jonathan Givony - President, Jim Hlavac, Matt Kamalsky - Director of Operations, Joseph Treutlein - Director of Scouting/Analytics, Richard Walker
January 7, 2010
An Interview with Portland's Michael Born...
Reggie Williams
a Scoring Machine...
Alade Aminu
Explodes...Korolev Refects...Dorsey Rebounds...Gee Making Moves...More
Interview with Portland Trailblazers Scout Michael Born
Portland Trailblazers Director of NBA Scouting Michael Born discusses his thoughts on this years D-League Showcase, including players that have stood out, the talent evaluation process, his background in the minor leagues, and much more.
Reggie Williams Sioux Falls Scoring Machine
One of the more intriguing stat-lines to emerge from this seasons early going are the monster scoring numbers that
Reggie Williams
has produced for Sioux Falls25 points per game on 58% shooting from the field and 39% from beyond the arc. This might not come as that much of a surprise considering that Williams led the NCAA in scoring for two straight seasons, but many scouts were quick to write that off as being a product of playing for a ridiculous fast-paced VMI team that more often than not surpassed the 100 point per game mark.
Williams has one of the more unique styles of play that youll find at pretty much any level of basketball. Undersized, not overly strong, fast, or explosive, and with a body that looks like it could stand to shed a good 10-15 poundsWilliams surely doesnt look the part of a scoring machine, but thats exactly what he is. He has an amazing knack for finding buckets, be it with his off the ball movement, getting to the rim in transition, pulling up for awkward lefty jumpers in 10-15 feet, or drilling spot-up jumpers with his feet set from beyond the arc.
His coach Tony Fritz is clearly his biggest fan. He amazes me all the time with the way he finds ways to score within the flow of the game. All of a sudden you look up at the scoreboard and see that he has 25 points, and you wonder, how the heck did he manage to do that?
The biggest story to report about Williams development revolves around the improvement of his perimeter shot. Only a 28% 3-point shooter as a college senior, Williams made just 21% of his 3-point attempts as a rookie in France last season playing for Dijon. This year hes upped that to a far more respectable 38%, despite the fact that hes now shooting NBA 3-pointers (more than 3 feet further back). He has a fairly ugly flat-footed stroke, but finds a way to get the job done thanks to his consistent mechanics and excellent touch.
Williams continues to get to the free throw line at a very good rate, something hes done throughout his career. Despite showing an average first step and less than incredible advanced ball-handling skills, Williams relies on his excellent timing and scoring instincts to attack unbalanced defenses and make his way to the rim. He does a great job initiating contact and finishing aggressively despite the fact that hes not the most explosive player around, and is even better at finding spaces in the mid-range area to pull-up off the dribble and make crafty shots with his terrific touch.
Williams biggest weakness as an NBA prospect clearly revolves around his play on the defensive end. He lacks lateral quickness in a major way and struggles badly trying to stay in front of athletic slashers already at the D-League level. While his effort level is usually solid and his wingspan is above average, he cant be described as anything more than a mediocre defender, something that is clearly holding him back.
Williams regardless is a guy that teams need to take a look at, as he has outstanding scoring instincts and is producing in a huge way in a very efficient manner. He might not be the top swingman prospect in the D-League, but he cant be that far off.
Move Out of the Way Al-Farouq
Alade Aminu
had arguably the best performance of any player in the Showcase thus far, putting up 30 points and 23 rebounds, flashing some serious upside along the way. Weve clearly been much higher on him than pretty much anyone else since the first time we seriously evaluated him at Portsmouth last year, and he did nothing to dissuade us with his play today.
Aminu is intriguing thanks to his terrific size, length, hands and solid athleticism, and obviously has a great deal of upside to continue to tap into as well. With that said, most of the NBA scouts we talked to following this game sounded fairly skeptical about fully jumping on the Aminu bandwagon, citing his lack of productivity on the season (10 points, 5 rebounds per game) thus far. Well have to see if Aminu can manage to quell those doubts tomorrow with another strong showing. Weve yet to see a better long-term NBA prospect in Boise thus far.
No Regrets for Korolev
Yaroslav Korolev
sits down to talk about the differences between playing in Europe and the D-League, the career path that led him to Boise, why he decided to enter the NBA draft so early, and more.
Part One
Part Two
Dorsey Rebounds
After a very poor first outing,
Joey Dorsey
had an absolute monster performance in the second, scoring 27 points on 11-for-11 shooting and chipping in 22 rebounds, split evenly between offense and defense. He physically dominated everyone in the game on both ends of the court, and played with a non-stop motor and focus that was absent from his first game here this week, according to the reports we heard.
On the offensive end, Dorsey did most of his damage attacking the glass, finishing open lay-ups, and exploding off pick-and-rolls, but he also showed flashes of post moves, along with good body control and coordination on many of his finishes. Hes still a severely undersized (6-7 in shoes) center with little to no face-up game and major struggles even converting free throws (50%), not doing much to dispel the notion that hes at best a
Reggie Evans
type player offensively. He ranks 3rd amongst all players in the D-League in turnovers per-40 pace adjusted, as he clearly seems to be trying to do too much at times with the ball in the post.
Dorsey had just as strong an impact on defense, owning the glass and contesting and blocking shots in the lane, using his physical prowess to intimidate the opposition.
As he showed here today, Dorsey is capable of being a dominant player in multiple aspects of the game when he feels like it, and it's clear he has the tools to be a very successful role player in the NBA. The problem with him, as it always has been, is a lack of consistency and focus, which will continue to hold him back if he doesn't bring it night in and night out. The interesting thing about Dorsey is he doesn't seem to have any misconceptions about who he is as a player, as when he is giving it 100% effort, he doesn't drift from his comfort zone inside the paint, sticking to his strengths for the most part and providing significant value for his team.
Gee Making a Move
Alonzo Gee
was one of the players we were most intrigued with coming to Boise this week, and he did little to dispel that notion. Showing elite athleticism with a very well-built body, Gee made countless impact plays in his two games he played, mainly on dribble drives started from the mid-range area, where he took advantage of his long strides and explosive first step to get to the rim.
Gee still isn't the greatest in terms of advanced ball-handling, but he has done a good job figuring out the best ways to utilize his athleticism, relying on subtle changes of direction in combination with his very good body control. At the basket, Gee is capable of finishing over defenders and is extremely aggressive, never shying from contact.
Gee's jump shot is still a work in progress, but it appears to be improved from what we saw at Portsmouth eight months ago, as he looked smooth hitting some mid-range jumpers here, even pulling up on occasion. He lacks range on his shot in a major way, though, which is probably one of the biggest things holding him back from getting called up at this point, as hes made just 2-7 attempts from beyond the arc on the season, and wasnt a very prolific long-range shooter in college either.
On the defensive end, Gee has great physical tools and show flashes of effective defense, doing a good job hustling off the ball, but he's a bit inconsistent here, and his man-to-man stance leaves something to be desired. For him to find a spot in the league and stick, this is probably the biggest area he will need to work on, as it is definitely where most of his untapped potential lies.
If Gee continues the great play he's shown for the first 15 games of the D-League season, it wouldn't be surprising to see him called up by season's end. Hes been one of the first names mentioned in conversations weve had with NBA scouts this weeks.
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Interview with Chris Finch
by: Jonathan Givony - President, Jim Hlavac, Richard Walker
January 7, 2010
American Chris Finch is the head coach of the Rio Grande Valley Vipers and the British National Team, which will compete in the 2012 Olympics in London. He was formerly the head coach of Dexia Mons, one of the top teams in Belgium, and played in Britian and collegiately in the US.
Part One
Chris Finch discusses his decision to leave Belgium for the sake of coaching in the D-League, the differences between European basketball and the NBADL, the relationship he enjoys with the Houston Rockets, and their cooperation with Rio Grande Valley.
Part Two
Finch discusses his role as the head coach of
Luol Deng
and the British National Team, his views on the progress Britian has made as a basketball team over the past few years, and his often contentious relationship with the British paparazzi.
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D-League Showcase: Day Two
by: Jonathan Givony - President, Jim Hlavac, Matt Kamalsky - Director of Operations, Joseph Treutlein - Director of Scouting/Analytics, Richard Walker
January 6, 2010
In addition to this article, we're also talking D-League Showcase all day
on Twitter
as well.
Dominant D.J. White
Second-year Oklahoma City Thunder allocation player
D.J. White
was one of the more impressive players we've seen in our two days here, and also one of the more intriguing from an NBA standpoint, showing us precisely why he was a first round pick. Clearly the strongest player in the game, White used his well-built body and solid athleticism to just out-pursue and out-muscle the opposition on the glass and in the post. He finished the game with 17 points and 11 rebounds on 8-13 shooting in 41 minutes of action.
White serves a great purpose here at this Showcase from our perspective, as he provides a clear barometer for what an NBA player actually looks like, and is an excellent measuring stick for which to evaluate other big men D-League prospects off of.
Offensively, White looked deadly from the 15-20 foot range, hitting quite a few shots on the game, including at least one contested fade-away. He also showed prowess in the post with a nice drop-step, as well as finishing with an explosive dunk on a pick-and-roll. Despite not being the quickest or most explosive athlete around, he covers long strides with his moves, and is capable of elevating around the rim and converting thanks to his terrific length when given time to gather himself.
Defensively, White is extremely vocal, makes all the rotations, and definitely still brings the defensive intensity he showed as a senior at Indiana. He's a bit lacking in terms of lateral quickness, which can lead to him getting beat in the post and on the perimeter by quicker foes, but he uses his length and strong base very well to be an effective overall defender.
White has already played rotation minutes in stretches with the Thunder the past two seasons, and might've been more of a regular there if not for various injuries he's suffered since being drafted. He's getting some good experience in this stint in the D-League, and definitely has the potential to break into the Thunder rotation as the season goes on, where he surely will be called back to the NBA at some point.
Morris Almond, the D-Leagues top NBA Prospect
Another former first round pick,
Morris Almond
was one of the higher profile players at this Showcase, and he's certainly backed that up in the two games he's played here. A deadly scorer who does most of his damage with his jump shot, Almond has absolutely lit up the scoreboard, creating heavy speculation of him being called up to the NBA sometime soon.
On the offensive end, Almond is still a prolific shooter, and he's been among the league leaders in scoring efficiency (55% 2P, 44% 3P) in the D-League the past few seasons. He's equally deadly spotting up as he is pulling up in space, and he does a decent job of getting separation on the perimeter off one or two dribbles.
His dribble-drive game appears to have developed substantially since graduating from college, as he makes up for his lack of extensive advanced moves by using a solid first step and excellent footwork to make subtle changes of direction, weaving through the lane and even flashing the ability to finish with either hand. He also shows no hesitation to draw contact with his sturdy frame, getting to the line over 11 times per game (ranking 1st overall) in the D-League, which is an amazing rate anyway you look at it.
There are definitely concerns about Almond's volume shooting, but it'd be unfair to classify him as a chucker, as most of the shots he takes are ones that will provide his team with above average efficiency. His efficiency this week has been absolutely outstanding even on high usage, and despite his 15 or so shots per game, it's hard to look at any of his shots and say it was an ill-advised one. Considering how much smaller his role will be in the NBA (he leads the D-League in possessions used per game at 23.5), this will be a key factor in his transition to the next level.
Defense is still not among Almond's strengths, but he has put in adequate effort here, and his physical tools in terms of size, length, and lateral quickness are enough to get by at the shooting guard position.
The biggest concern about Almond from an NBA perspective is what he will be able to contribute when he's not scoring, as he
ranks amongst the worst passers in the league
, and watching him play, is clearly always looking for his own shot. Data from Synergy Sports Technology also suggests Almond isn't nearly as good of a scorer coming off screens as he is spotting up, and this could limit his effectiveness in a role as a 3-point shooter in the NBA.
Regardless, he clearly is an exceptionally talented shooter/scorer, and it's hard to believe he isn't worth a minimum contract for some team, given some of the ineffective players logging minutes on the wing around the league making 5-10 times the minimum salary. Almond has developed somewhat of a reputation for being a bit aloof at times and not always open to change, so it will be key for him to show that he has the intangibles to match his terrific talent.
Jeff Weltman Interview
Milwaukee Bucks Assistant GM Jeff Weltman discusses his thoughts on the D-League Showcase, the evaluation process of potential NBA prospects, his background as an NBA executive, and much more.
Sundiata Gaines Gets the Call-Up
As we discussed extensively on Twitter yesterday, the Utah Jazz decided to fill their backup point guard void via the D-League by calling up
Sundiata Gaines
on a 10-day contract. Gaines has been one of the most prolific players all season long on the fastest paced team in the league here in Idaho, and was ranked as
our top prospect in
the D-League before the draft in November. D-League coaches disagreed and allowed him to drop all the way to the 15th pick, but Gaines has shown to be a superior talent at this level and has given the D-League a big boost by earning a call-up during their Showcase.
Gaines is a reasonably athletic point guard who excels in transition and sports a chiseled frame that is substantially improved since his college days. He can create his own shot going left or right and gets to the free throw line at a high rate, excelling on the pick and roll in particular where he can get to the rim and finish (61% 2P) with an array of spin and pivot moves or find open teammates spotting up on the wing. He does a good job taking care of the ball despite the incredibly fast pace his team plays at, and appears to have strong fundamentals and a nice basketball IQ to help compensate for his lack of incredible physical tools.
The biggest question mark about Gaines (besides his average size) revolves around his perimeter shooting stroke, which has never been considered a strength throughout his career. He shot just 32% from beyond the arc this season and 30% as a NCAA senior, attempting quite a few shots which may indicate some shot-selection issues. With that said, he has a very strong mid-range game, being highly adept at creating space and knocking down shots pulling up off the dribble.
Gaines is a fairly tough and scrappy guy who plays good defense for the most part and is a very good rebounder for a point guard. Hes a bit inconsistent from game to game, something he needs to address, but should fit in well in Utahs flex offense and is the type of player
Jerry Sloan
Allocated Ajinca
Any time
Alexis Ajinca
steps onto the floor, it is hard not to take notice. Towering above most D-League post players, Ajinca has packed on some weight to his upper-body, but remains very skinny, especially in his lower body. His tremendous wingspan allow him to block shots at a high rate, but his fundamentals down low leave a lot to be desired, and his lack of bulk allows more aggressive post players to push him beneath the rim and neutralize his size advantage.
Ajincas two contests in Boise were a very apt representation of many of his strengths and weaknesses,. Fouling out in just 20 minutes in the first game and committing five fouls in 19 minutes in his second, Ajinca showed how raw he remains on the defensive end. Hes appeared tentative at times in both of Maines games here, but still managed to block a total of 4 shots and alter a handful of short range attempts. His length affords him the opportunity to contest shots that many other players cant, but hes still honing that craft and learning how to cut down on his fouling.
Offensively, Ajinca flashed the talent that made him the 20th overall pick in 2008, but struggled at times as well. In his first game he finished with 5 turnovers and just 11 points, apparently playing through a minor illness. He came back strong a day later, finishing with 21 points on 9-14 from the field.
While the results of the second game were far more impressive, Ajinca made some impressive moves in both, including an essentially unblockable hook shot from the right block in the first and a pair of smooth face up drives in the second. Possessing excellent touch, Ajinca was able to overcome his lack of physical strength and toughness at times, but is still very much a work in progress as a player on both ends. The Bobcats will need to continue to foster Ajincas game, whether that be in Maine or Charlotte, to facilitate his development. We must keep in mind that hes only 21 years old at this stage, and obviously still has a world of potential left to tap into.
Nick Nurse Interview
We had a chance to sit down with the winningest coach in the D-League, Nick Nurse of the Iowa Energy, after his teams convincing victory yesterday over the Austin Toros.
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D-League Showcase, Day One
by: Jonathan Givony - President, Jim Hlavac, Matt Kamalsky - Director of Operations, Joseph Treutlein - Director of Scouting/Analytics, Richard Walker
January 5, 2010
In addition to this article, we're also talking D-League Showcase all day
on Twitter
as well.
Strong Turnout for Scouts, Media
Something the D-League has to be encouraged by is the very strong turnout we saw in day one from the media and NBA teams.
30 media membersincluding the likes of the New York Times, Yahoo, CBS Sportsline and ESPN.comare credentialed for the event, which is a massive increase from years past. Four years ago in Sioux Falls (our first Showcase) we were practically the only non-local media in attendancethis year you can find wall to wall coverage in places like
Ridiculous Upside
D-League Digest
D-League Daily
and others. While the demand may not have caught up with the supply just yet, this has to be seen as a great sign for D-League.
More notably for the players trying to earn future paychecks, 65-70 NBA people have also been credentialed, ranging from General Managers such as
Danny Ainge
(Boston), Daryl Morey (Houston), R.C. Buford (San Antonio), Maurizio Gherardini (Toronto), Sam Presti (Oklahoma City), Mark Warkentein (Denver), Donnie Nelson (Dallas) and Larry Riley (Golden State) to high-level executives like Jeff Weltman (Milwaukee), Kenny Williamson (Memphis), Michael Borne (Portland), Keith Grant (Dallas), Misho Ostarcevic (New York), Masai Ujiri (Toronto), Dennis Lindsey (San Antonio),
Dell Demps
(San Antonio), David Griffin (Phoenix), Neil Olshey (LA Clippers) and many others.
15-20 International team representatives are also in the building, mainly from Spain, Italy and Korea. Countries like Greece, France, Germany, Belgium, Turkey and Russia rarely do any scouting it seems, which helps explain the huge turnover we see year after year in those countries.
Self Starters Needed
Despite the strong turnout on the part of scouts and media, the fact remains that this arena holds 5700 people at full capacity. No more than a few hundred people were present at any point, meaning that the atmosphere was severely lacking for all four games of day one.
While this is not a surprise considering the circumstances (a weekday, in a small town, featuring teams that are not really of interest to anyone in particular, played on the same day of a BCS championship [Boise State-TCU] of huge significance to the local population), it creates a difficult atmosphere for players to compete in.
Most of the first three games were plagued by a distinct lack of energy on the part of many of the players, leading many scouts to shake their heads and wonder what needs to happen for the likes of
Gabe Pruitt
(almost invisible),
Alexis Ajinca
Joey Dorsey
(worst body language of any player in this league, according to one NBA scout) and others to actually play hard and act like they want to be here. You would think that the players here would be spitting blood at any opportunity to show their skills to the many influential talent evaluators in attendance, but that wasnt always the case.
Those that stood out were the self-starting hustlers amongst the bunchparticularly ex-Cal State Fullerton product
Frank Robinson
and St. Marys alum
Diamon Simpson
as well as D-League veterans like
Billy Thomas
Maurice Baker
This is not a problem that is unique to the D-Leaguewe believe that many players in this years draft class for example would have similar issues getting up in this type of atmosphere. Its after all a lot easier to play in front of 15,000 people at Madison Square Garden than it is in front of 250 in Boise, but with their professional careers on the linebe it in the NBA or overseasplayers must find a way to motivate to the fullest and try to leave as strong an impression as possible on the numerous talent evaluators that are in attendance.
Day One Top Performers
Note: We were not present for the first game of the Showcase, which reportedly featured very strong showings from the likes of
Carlos Powell
Garrett Temple
Morris Almond
- Almond was clearly the best NBA prospect seen in Boise in day one, finishing with 31 points and 8 rebounds, and is very likely on his way to a call-up (possibly to Denver according to rumors here) very soon. Well be back with a full report on his strengths and weaknesses after his next game.
Frank Robinson
- One of the most pleasant surprises of day one was the performance of lefty wing player
Frank Robinson
, who just joined the team about two weeks ago. Robinson came in off the bench and immediately stood out with his energy and terrific athleticism, playing outstanding defense with his superb length, strength and lateral quickness, and doing a great job getting to the basket and making plays at the rim. While other players were concerned with hunting their own shots, Robinson was giving the ball up unselfishly in transition and executing his teams half-court sets.
Robinsons biggest weakness remains his perimeter shot, which is very flat and not consistent at all. If he can find a way to improve this part of his game, he could develop into an interesting prospect for teams to look at. Although hes not incredibly big, Robinsons length and chiseled frame helps in that area.
Russell Robinson
- Robinson came out with guns a blazing in the third game of the day, knocking down a barrage of shots to finish the first quarter with 16 points, and eventually ending up with 34 points. He showed the strengths he brings to the table, mainly his fundamentals, smarts and ability to run a team effectivelyalthough you can tell that the chemistry he enjoys with
Desmon Farmer
is not great and his turnovers are up substantially this season.
Hes also a physical guy who plays tough defensehis 6-8 wingspan helps quite a bit-- and is very solid on this end as you would expect from a former Bill Self point guard. Hes not the quickest or most explosive player youll find, particularly in his ability to finish plays around the rim (he makes just 44% of his 2-point attempts), but the fact that his perimeter shooting has improved substantially-- both from what we saw today and in the fact that hes shooting 40% from beyond the NBA 3-point linehelps his cause substantially. He did a good job in training camp with the Cavs this past October, and will likely get more looks as the season moves on.
Anthony Tolliver
- Had a strong showing with 24 points and 9 rebounds, showing his potential as a pick and pop threat with a number of good looking shots from beyond the arc. Hell be evaluated after his next game as well.
Billy Thomas
- As we discussed on our Twitter feed, Thomas had an excellent showing, making 7-9 3-pointers from beyond the arc and looking extremely smart and unselfish making plays on both ends of the floor. He doesnt have the athleticism or upside at age 34 to be the most attractive call-up candidate, but is a huge asset (in the
Randy Livingston
mold) for the D-League to have regardless.
Diamon Simpson
set himself apart today with a strong showing in the Showcases second game. In a narrow loss to the Maine Red Claws, Simpson was often the best players on the floor for the L.A. Defenders. Displaying a good motor and a knack for being in the right place at the right time on both ends, he finished the game with 22 points and 14 boards.
An undersized big man who can put the ball on the floor to attack the rim, Simpson isnt an elite athlete, but he is willing to initiate contact, uses his narrow frame well, and has a nice wingspan. Assertive and decisive when attacking the rim, hes a capable finisher despite lacking a degree of vertical explosiveness. Showing good timing when ducking underneath when his teammates get into the lane, Simpsons off-ball movement and dribble drives afforded him a number of easy scoring chances today. Though he didnt appear as active defensively, where he seems content to stay at home and deny penetration, his length and instincts on the glass were apparent. Likely lacking the size and strength to translate his productivity to the NBA level, Simpson is certainly one of the more effective big men in the NBADL.
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2010 NBA D-League Showcase: Preview
by: Jonathan Givony - President
January 4, 2010
Were back in Boise for the second time in three years for yet another exciting D-League Showcase. DraftExpress is here in full force with a staff of five expert talent evaluators watching every forced shot, turnover, blown defensive assignment and unbelievably athletic play, all of which we expect quite a few of in the next few days.
Well be covering some of the most interesting storylines of the Showcase both here and on
our Twitter page
, breaking down the top NBA prospects on each and every roster, so check back and feel free to interact with us over the course of the week.
Plenty more information can be found on the D-League's official website,
Increasing the importance of the event is the fact that NBA teams may begin signing players to 10-day contracts starting on Tuesday. At that point we may see more call-ups than the three (
Mike Harris
to Houston,
Chris Hunter
to Golden State, and
Anthony Tolliver
very briefly to Portland) that already happened.
The Showcase will feature 16 games, as all 16 teams will play twice, with seven of those games being broadcasted live in high definition by NBATV. Those games that wont be broadcasted can be viewed live, online, for free on NBA Futurecast at
The TV schedule is as follow:
1 P.M., Rio Grande Valley Vipers vs. Albuquerque T-Birds
3:45 P.M., Los Angeles D-Fenders vs. Maine Red Claws
1 P.M., Maine Red Claws vs. Sioux Falls Skyforce
1 P.M., Reno Bighorns vs. Erie BayHawks
3:45 P.M., Bakersfield Jam vs. Rio Grande Valley Vipers
1 P.M., Albuquerque T-Birds vs. Tulsa 66ers
3:45 P.M., Erie BayHawks vs. Los Angeles D-Fenders
Top Prospects, or Top Call-Up Candidates?
While we arent totally ready to release our latest Top D-League Call-Up Candidates rankings, we are ready to give that list a more appropriate name. From now on it will be known as the Top D-League Prospects" rankings, as we realize that there are too many variables (positional issues, injuries, familiarity, etc) involved in every individual call-up to try and predict who will be pegged next.
Instead, we will just try and give our personal opinion on who the top overall NBA prospects are in the D-League at the moment, which will become a lot more relevant once weve seen everyone at the conclusion of the Showcase. To clarify, this is a subjective list looking more at NBA upside than the way the player is producing in the D-League, although that obviously can go hand in hand at times.
In the meantime, heres a rough draft of what our list might look like based on our preconceived notions going into the Showcase.
Morris Almond
Carlos Powell
Dwayne Jones
Cartier Martin
Zabian Dowdell
Alade Aminu
Sundiata Gaines
Anthony Tolliver
Alonzo Gee
Greg Stiemsma
Rob Kurz
Joe Crawford
Antonio Anderson
Mustafa Shakur
Will Conroy
Keith McLeod
Curtis Jerrells
Garrett Temple
Amara Sy
Rod Benson
Jared Reiner
Russell Robinson
Trey Gilder
Gabe Pruitt
John Bryant
For comparison, here is Matthew Breenan of the official D-League websites
personal take
In addition to the 25 listed above, there are a few other players we need to take a look at to get a better read on how they are putting up the stats they are.
Wait and see:
Reggie Williams
- Averaging 25 points, shooting 62% inside the arc and 42% outside it, similar to the way he did in college. He had an awful season in France last year, though, so which one is closer to the truth?
Ron Howard
- After a strong showing in training camp with the New York Knicks, Howard has been on a tear ever since, in this, his third season in the D-League. He was 1-17 in 95 D-League games from 3-point range going into the year, but is now 26-54 (48%) in 14 games in 2009-2010. Did Mike DAntonio teach him how to shoot, and if so, why cant he do the same for
Jared Jeffries
Desmon Farmer
- Purely on his stat totals (26 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists), Farmer is a D-League all-star, if not the best swingman player in the league. There is zero buzz about him getting a call-up, though, likely due to the manner in which he gets his numbers and the reputation hes earned. Well take a look with our own eyes and come to our own conclusions.
Other things to look for
NBA Draft Eligible Prospects:
In addition to the veteran call-up candidates, we also have two players who could have been in college this year, but are instead trying to earn a spot in this years NBA draft through the Development League.
Latavious Williams
of Tulsa and
Jeremy Wise
of Bakersfield are both NBA draft eligible, and both will get extended looks from us over the course of the week.
NBA Allocation Watch:
Four players who have been allocated by NBA teams to their D-League affiliates are here in Boise. They are:
Alexis Ajinca
(Maine/Charlotte Bobcats),
Taylor Griffin
(Iowa/Phoenix Suns),
D.J. White
(Tulsa/Oklahoma City Thunder) and
Joey Dorsey
(Rio Grande Valley/Houston Rockets).
As always, it will be interesting to see how the allocated NBA players look compared with their D-League counterparts, and especially how they are able to interact and coexist in such an important week of their careers.
Black Hole of the Day Award
Its always fun to watch a player coming into the Showcase thinking he needs to shoot the ball every time he touches it in order to earn that elusive NBA call-up. Thats just the nature of the beast and how poorly some players understand precisely what NBA teams are looking for in a 10-day contract. Well be keeping a close eye on the best chuckers around and try to narrow down the field to a single candidate every day. The winner will be named DraftExpress black hole of the day.
Anything else? Let us know.
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2009-2010 D-League Preview / Power Rankings (Part Two)
by: Jim Hlavac
November 29, 2009
With the NBA D-League getting ready to tip-off its season on Friday, we offer a quick primer on who is playing in the league this season. Each team capsule includes a projected starting lineup, as well as a look at who might get called up to the NBA and who might get assigned to the D-League from the NBA.
There are still plenty of very good players hanging around on the free agent market, some of whom have their rights owned by D-League teams, and some who will get picked up as the season moves on, so consider this only a preliminary look at the talent available.
For more detailed analysis on the players mentioned, click on the links and read their profiles here on DraftExpress. Teams are sorted by overall power ranking.
*Call Up Candidates are marked with an asterisk.
2009-2010 D-League Preview / Power Rankings
Part One
9. Austin Toros
Starting Lineup:
Curtis Jerrells
Russell Carter
Lewis Clinch
Alonzo Gee
Justin Bowen
Dwayne Jones
The Spurs are high on rookie point guard
Curtis Jerrells
. Jerrells was with the Spurs for training camp and summer league, and now is starting on their D-League team. Jerrels was a four-year starter at Baylor where he averaged 16.3 ppg, 4.5 rpg and 4.9 apg his senior season. His biggest weaknesses are defense and perimeter shooting, and the D-League will provide a good test for him in both departments.
Alonzo Gee
needs to shoot like a small forward if he is going to make the NBA. He had nice numbers at Alabama last year, but at 66, with a great frame and wingspan, he will be well served to show the type of urgency and focus teams expect from a role-player on the defensive end. He has the body and athleticism to play the three, but the 62% he shot from the free-throw line and limited three-point attempts he took last year tell the story.
Dwayne Jones
averaged 15.5 pts and 11.9 rebounds for the Toros last year, but has yet to show anything like those numbers in the NBA. Still, hes a big lively body with good athleticism, which could earn him a call-up just to fill a gap for practices, even if his hands, offensive skill level and basketball IQ leave a lot to be desired.
The Toros are owned by the Spurs who really only have one player who might be assigned
Malik Hairston
. He knows this league in and out by now and would be a big addition to the roster. Its a shame that
Ian Mahinmi
is no longer eligible to play here, since an assignment would have been beneficial to him, the Spurs and especially the Toros. Their talent level is a bit down this year, but GM
Dell Demps
will surely be active looking to make them better.
10. Bakersfield Jam
Starting Lineup:
Anthony Goods
Reece Gaines
Jared Newson
Amara Sy
*/Justin Hawkins
Robert Swift
Bakersfield has a pretty strong roster full of experienced players with solid European resumes. That could be either a positive or a negative from what weve seen in the past, as veteran players tend to get antsy and lose motivation a lot faster than rookies do. Despite the chemistry concerns, you cant ignore the talent that the Jam has managed to assemble relative to the competition in the D-League.
Former first round pick
Reece Gaines
is coming off an average season in Italy and will be the key to how Bakersfield performs. His overall versatility, particularly his perimeter shooting and ability to create his own shot could be major assets, but hes known as a moody guy who could quickly lose interest in the D-League and start looking for his own numbers if he isnt kept on track.
Anthony Goods played shooting guard for Stanford, but right now he looks like Bakersfields best option at the point unless
Reece Gaines
gets the nod there. He could emerge as a very valuable asset for this team based off what we saw in college.
Jared Newson
brings the team big-time athleticism, while Justin Hawkins is a skilled combo forward who can put points up on the board from the perimeter.
Along with
Latavious Williams
, one of the more interesting story lines in the D-League season involves Bakersfields
Amara Sy
. Sy is a native Frenchman who, at 27 years old, has come to the United States to take a shot at playing in the NBA. Unfortunately, Sy is injured and will miss the first couple of weeks. It will be interesting to see how well he plays and also if he is in it for the long haul here. His athleticism and ability to make big plays on both ends of the floor could be huge for this team.
Along with Sy, everyone will be watching to see how former lottery pick
Robert Swift
plays. Its hard to imagine that he is only 23 years old, but he could still have a long career ahead of him if his knees hold up. In his lone preseason game, Swift was only 3-of-13 from the field so he has his work cut out for him in terms of shaking off the rust.
The Jam are affiliated with the Warriors and Clippers and neither team has any players that are likely for assignment. The exception would be if Golden State decides to sign former Erie BayHawk
Chris Hunter
for the season. Like many teams, depth is an issue here to start off the year.
11. Erie BayHawks
Starting Lineup:
Donell Taylor
*/Cedric Jackson
Jackie Manuel
Martin Zeno
Ivan Harris
Alade Aminu
John Bryant
Erie has one of the better frontcourts in the D-League, at least on paper. They seem to have a nice mix of scoring and role-players, although there is no true point guard to be found on this roster.
In their lone preseason game, Eries leading scorers were Oliver Lafayette and Rodrick Wilmont. The two combined for 37 points on 8-for-15 shooting. So naturally, they were both promptly cut.
Donell Taylor
was surprisingly picked 2nd overall by Erie in the D-League draft, and he will likely be asked to carry a significant amount of offensive responsibility. Taylor is an athletic slasher who can create for himself and others, but has been unable to garner much success in Europe due to his inability to make perimeter shots and a potentially questionable attitude off the court. Still, hes an extremely talented guy who could be extremely productive in this setting, particularly if he takes things seriously.
Alade Aminu
might be the top overall prospect in the D-League, especially from a long-term perspective. The team went out and acquired him via trade, and may be able to develop him into a dominant
Courtney Sims
type presence as the season moves on. Aminu has NBA size, length and athleticism, even if he needs to add some bulk to his frame. He shows nice potential facing the basket and is a very intelligent guy off the court reportedly. Hes definitely a name to keep in mind.
Alongside Aminu we find the top rebounder in college basketball last season, Santa Claras
John Bryant
. Certainly not the quickest or most skilled big man youll find, Bryant could still have a major impact in this league as a sheer hustler and inside presence with his terrific hands and timing. It will be very interesting to see how outstanding his college production at the WCC level translates to this far more athletic setting.
Combo forward Ivan Harris had a surprisingly excellent rookie season in the D-League, and is now back for more of the same. He was known as mostly a 3-point shooter at Ohio State but showed some flashes of being able to do more for Erie last year.
Martin Zeno
Jackie Manuel
are both scrappy lockdown defenders on the wing with limited offensive skills.
Eries two NBA affiliates are the Toronto Raptors and the Cavaliers. While Toronto doesnt have any likely assignees, Cleveland has a few
Danny Green
Darnell Jackson
Coby Karl
Jawad Williams
. This team lacks a significant amount of size on the interior and perimeter shooting on the wing. Any scraps the Cavs can send them would surely be greatly appreciated.
12. Idaho Stampede
Starting Lineup:
Sundiata Gaines
Mike Gansey
Roberto Bergersen
Anthony Tolliver
Jeff Graves
Idaho will be down this year after making the playoffs the past three seasons. Idaho replaced their head coach Bryan Gates, who is now with the Sacramento Kings, with Bob MacKinnon, who won the D-League championship in Colorado last year.
Things will likely start and end with the play of
Sundiata Gaines
, a 2nd year point guard out of Georgia who lit up the Italian league in his rookie season and is now hoping to earn a call-up to the NBA. Gaines is a tough and very heady scoring point guard with average physical tools. He must improve the consistency of his perimeter shot and show that he can effectively run a team from the point guard position.
The extremely intelligent but somewhat physically limited
Anthony Tolliver
will get plenty of opportunities to score points and prove he belongs in the NBA. Hes one of the best perimeter shooters youll find in the D-League, particularly from the power forward position.
Idaho could see some key assigned players from Portland as they have an abundance of eligible players who arent seeing too many minutes with the Blazers
Dante Cunningham
Jerryd Bayless
Patrick Mills
Jeff Pendergraph
13. Albuquerque Thunderbirds
Starting Lineup:
Keith McLeod
Antoine Agudio
Carlos Powell
Yaroslav Korolev
Kevin Pittsnogle
Cory Underwood
Carlos Powell
was the first pick in this years D-League draft and could be one of the first players called up to the NBA. He was the last player cut from the Phoenix Suns training camp this year after spending last year in Korea. Hes a phenomenal scorer who can create his own shot at will at this level and is liable to drop 25+ points on any given night. NBA teams will want to see him make shots from beyond the arc at a consistent rate and show better dedication to the defensive side of the ball if hes to earn a call-up this season.
The backcourt features two combo guards who played together last year and seemingly complement each other fairly well. The primary ball-handler,
Keith McLeod
has significant NBA experience and was always known for his slashing ability and defensive prowess. His age might be catching up with him at this point, though, as his efficiency numbers were pretty poor last season.
Antoine Agudio
is a guy weve always liked, and hes not only an efficient scorer and a very mistake-free guy, but hes also one of the better shooters youll find in the D-League.
Yaroslav Korolev
needs to show something this season or he is going to be part of the talk as the worst lottery pick of all time. After teaching middle school for the past year, .
Kevin Pittsnogle
has decided to make a comeback and probably wont be in the best shape in the world. He certainly wasnt before he retired. Cory Underwood might be the teams best big man, which isnt saying much.
Albuquerque could use some serious interior help, but neither of their two affiliates (Dallas and New Orleans) have any players that figure to be assigned. The front office will have to work some magic on the trade front or as new players become available.
14. Fort Wayne Mad Ants
Starting Lineup:
Brandon Cotton
Kyle McAlarney
Ron Howard
Ryan Ayers
Rob Kurz
The Mad Ants took a big hit when the Golden State Warriors called up center
Chris Hunter
last week. This created a big hole in their frontcourt and will likely force them to play small and very perimeter oriented.
Point guard duties will likely be split between sharp-shooting Notre Dame product
Kyle McAlarney
and former top high school recruit
Brandon Cotton
, who earned a spot via local tryouts. The two have complementary skill-sets and might even be able to play together in the same backcourt.
Without Hunter, the best chance for a call-up is
Rob Kurz
who, ironically, played for the Warriors last season. Kurz is an outstanding shooter and solid rebounder who plays with intensity and is extremely intelligent. He garnered more playing time in the NBA last year than likely any other player in the D-League.
The Mad Ants have three NBA affiliates and all of them could send a player to Fort Wayne. The Pistons could send
DaJuan Summers
Austin Daye
, though Daye isnt very likely. While the Pacers could send
A.J. Price
and the Bucks could send Roko Ukic. Based on what were seeing from their roster so far, they could use all the help they can get.
15. Sioux Falls Skyforce
Starting Lineup:
David Bailey/Leemire Goldwire
Michael Joiner
Reggie Williams
Keith Brumbaugh
Joe Krabbenhoft
/Raymond Sikes
Greg Stiemsma*
Sioux Falls seems to be pretty down compared to years past, as they dont have any serious call-up candidates, but dont have much in the ways of returning talent either. Their frontcourt lacks any kind of depth and it appears that this team will struggle to score on a consistent basis, meaning they will have to play great defense.
Two-time NCAA scoring champion
Reggie Williams
is back after a year playing in France. Not the greatest athlete around, Williams will need to show improvement on defense and more range on his shot if he is to make the NBA. Highly experienced but tiny David Bailey will likely carry much of the shot-creating and ultimately scoring duties for the team. Hes an experienced guy who knows how to get the job done at this level. Wisconsin Badger fans will be delighted to see that
Joe Krabbenhoft
and Greg Stiemsma are reunited once again. Their team will need them to score consistentlytypically not their forte--if they are to have any chance at winning games.
Stiemsma might be interesting for some teams to look at due to the very that he's a very long and mobile big man who can block shots and run the floor, even if he's very raw offensively.
Sioux Falls is unlikely to see any assigned players this year as they are affiliated with the Miami Heat and Minnesota Timberwolves. Miami could only send
Michael Beasley
Mario Chalmers
, but they are both starting for the Heat.
Wayne Ellington
Nathan Jawai
would be the two most likely players to come from the Timberwolves, but they are both getting 13+ minutes per game.
16. Springfield Armor
Starting Lineup:
JamesOn Curry
*/Craig Austrie
Adam Harrington
Perrin Johnson
Dante Milligan
Kentrell Gransberry
The expansion Armor are led by former Celtic
Dee Brown
who has his work cut out for him this season. None of their players participated in an NBA Training Camp this year or were on a Summer League roster.
JamesOn Curry
should get plenty of opportunities to fill up the box score for Springfield and will probably put up some huge scoring lines, but his off-court issues may hurt him from getting a good look from the NBA. He was cut very quickly from the team he played for in France last season.
Adam Harrington
is one of the leagues best shooters and brings plenty of experience to the table as well. Him and Curry will carry much of the scoring load.
Kentrell Gransberry
was a terrific performer in the Big East a few years back for South Florida, but conditioning issues have limited him from having much success at the pro level just yet. Brown will need to get something out of him as he has very little talent in the frontcourt.
The Armor could desperately use an assignment from one of its three NBA affiliates with the possible players including
Marcus Landry
Jordan Hill
from the Knicks.
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The first or second year I was in practice I received a call from Dr Gaspar Anastasi. He had been the head of my plastic surgery residency while I was at Boston University Hospital. He was calling to ask me to do follow up for him on an otoplasty patient who lived in Arkansas. I readily agreed. In fact, I was honored that he would ask.
These days we think of the medical tourist as someone who goes to another country (ie. from the USA to Singapore for an operation), but in some ways the same issues may arise when the patient simply goes out-of-state to have a procedure done. They are not always ready, willing, or able to go back for follow up. This is especially true if a complication arises, be it small (missed stitch) or large (wound infection). They may have used up all their vacation time and not want to take the days off for travel.
I have had patients come to me from Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Mississippi. Usually because they have family that lives here. They plan on staying with them while they recover. Still, I ask the ones who are more than 3 hours away if they are willing to stay around 10-14 days after surgery before agreeing to do the procedure. I ask them if they are willing to return if the need arises or if they have a local physician who is willing to help out. I try to make them think about what could happen. Even the ones who live closer I try to outline the follow up that will be expected.
There is a nice article in this month's Contemporary Surgery Journal discussing the ethics of caring for/refusing to care for a patient who comes to you with a complication after having their surgery elsewhere. You can read it here (may have to register).
A former patient presents with general malaise and reports having had low-grade fever. The examination is unremarkable, but laboratory tests indicate an infection not isolated to an organ system. Groin and blood cultures are positive for MRSA.
A while ago you diagnosed an abdominal aortic aneurysm in this patient, but she went to India for aortic endograft placement. You are considered an authority on graft infection. What should you do?
A. Tell her to return from whence she cometh.
B. Alert the media to the problem of cheap international medical care.
C. Advise the patient to sue in International Court.
D. Care for her as you would any patient.
E. Tell her that once a patient leaves your care, she leaves permanently.
My answer is D. Though I wish the patient would come to me for the entire "package", I would do what needed to be done. I would prefer to meet them before the initial surgery, but we don't always have that luxury. I would prefer that I could try to get them to do their care (if it is available, though specialized care is not always) closer to home or at least at a distance they are more willing to travel as needed. I would prefer that the surgeon call me and let me know that he would like me involved in the postop care.
Is it possible that this concept of international travel for surgery is here to stay? Most likely. So maybe the patient should find a "local" surgeon who would be willing to do the postoperative care when they return. The patient could then give their "international" surgeon the name, address, phone number, and e-mail address of the "local" surgeon so that information could be communicated and care coordinated.
What would your choice be?
The Medical Tourist Whose Outcome Went South; Contemporary Surgery, Vol 64, No 6, pp 290-291; James W Jones, MD PhD, MHA (This article was condensed from: Jones JW, McCullough LB. What to do when a patient's international medical care goes south. J Vasc Surg. 2007;46;1077-1079.)

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The inauguration this past weekend of UMass Amherst of Chancellor Dr. Kumble Subbaswamy coincided with the University's 150th anniversary. On a visit to the Amherst campus last week, UMass President Robert Caret said the 150th anniversary is an important birthday with the right chancellor.
"It really is a sort of a launchpad for the future for a campus. So you have a campus that is 150 years old and looking at its next 150 years with a new leader to begin that new 150 year period."
Subbaswamy is the first chancellor of color since the late Randolph Bromery who served during the 1970's. With the evolving demography of the country, Caret says it's important for these changes to be reflected in the leadership of academic institutions.
"I work hard as does the campus and the system and the state, I think, at trying to open up those diversity corridors to provide more of that kind of leadership and to provide more of that kind of access for our students."
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4 But they shall sit every man under his
5 For all people will walk every one in the
6 In that day, saith the Lord, will I assemble her that
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9 Now why dost thou cry out aloud? is there no king in thee? is thy counsellor perished? for pangs have taken thee as a woman in travail.
10 Be in pain, and labour to bring forth, O daughter of Zion, like a woman in
11 ¶Now also many nations are
12 But they know not the thoughts of the Lord, neither understand they his counsel: for he shall gather them as the sheaves into the floor.
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The largest laser tag arena in the region also includes mini-golf, a big video arcade with the coolest games on the market, and food at D.S.Vespers Sports Pub and Eatery.
The Pie Pantry offers a great selection of soups, salads, and burgers, and of course delicious pies, by the slice or as a whole.
Join the group at this small intimate club featuring performers from St. Louis and the local area.
In business since 1998, this Belleville gay bar features karaoke on Wednesdays, and dancing to live DJs on select Saturday nights.
Mariachi's offers delicious, authentic Mexican food in a great atmosphere. Mariachi's is family owned and will make you feel like part of the family with their fast and friendly service.
Rachel's Garden is a wonderful restaurant with food fresh from the garden.
Breadeaux Pizza has unique variety of pizzas such as quesadilla, super Hawaiian, taco, chicken fiesta, cheeseburger, meatball, barbeque, vegetarian, and many more, and you can always build your own pizza with the toppings you want. Also, pastas, salads, sandwiches, and tantalizing desserts.
The Original Mungo's offers delicious, fresh Italian food in a casual, romantic atmosphere, and served by a friendly and helpful staff.
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Dragon Palace offers delicious authentic Chinese food. Buffet, Carry-out.
Zapata's has a daily lunch buffet, and delicious items on the menu such as tacos, enchiladas, chimichangas, gorditas, special combo platters, and more. Great special during happy hour 4-7pm.
Margarita's Mexican Restaurant
Margarita's Mexican Restaurant offers excellent Mexican food in a south of the border atmosphere, with friendly staff waiting to serve you.
Castletown has great food, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere. Try one of Castletowns delicious burgers or homemade Irish Stew.
Get a bite to eat and a cold beer at Big Daddy's 618.
Hy-Ho offers great food, affordable prices, and excellent service in a cozy atmosphere.
Hot Shots has delicious American favorites, with lots of TVs to view the latest sports games.
Since 1979, Andria's has been serving O'Fallon with delicious appetizers, seafood, steak, prime rib, pork chops, and much more.
The welcoming staff at Mallo's Bakery make you feel at home the minute you walk in the door. Mallo's offers handmade donuts, scones, buns, and much more. Also, Mallo's makes beautiful wedding cakes for your special day.
Antique House offers delicious cuisine and drinks at a great price.
Located in a beautiful, historic building, Paulo's at the Mansion has succulent Angus steaks, salads, pastas, seafood, pork chops, lamb, and an affordably priced kid's menu. Enjoy drinks in Jerry's Lounge.
The Happy Cow offers homestyle cooking in a cozy, homelike atmosphere, and served with a smile from their friendly staff.
I Scream U Scream we all scream for ice cream and we have it, with large variety of delicious flavors and toppings, you will leave screaming for joy!
At Hicks BBQ, Barbecue is taken very seriously. They have always taken great pride in offering the highest quality, best tasting, and just dog gone good Southern Illinois barbecue. Their pork butts and beef brisket are slow smoked for 12-14 hours over Southern Illinois applewood, with just enough smoke (but not too much!) to give it the perfect taste. The Hicks family is proud to have opened our first barbecue restaurant after years of serving the community at many events. Dine In, Carryout, Drive-Thru.
Aroy Thai Cuisine is just across the street from the Green Mount Crossing Shopping Center. You'll find all of your thai favorites... from crab rangoon to curry to pad Thai.
Swansea Fish Stand may be small, but it's big on taste, so come and enjoy great seafood in a casual atmosphere.
Stop in for a great game of bowling and a bite to eat. The Arbor offers a large menu of delicious treats to keep your game going strong.
Featured is an extended wine list and outdoor courtyard with a wood fired brick oven. You'll enjoy a light fare menu that includes specialty cheeses and flatbread pizzas baked right on the hearth in our brick oven. The courtyard is tented and heated so you can enjoy watching them fire pizzas year round. Come taste a world of wine at The WineTap.
At the Acropolis Greek Cafe you can enjoy great food in a cozy, home like atmosphere. Located in a beautiful historic building.
Gator's has great frozen custard and other treats, delicious and fun for the whole family.
Shenanigan's has great food such as wings, burgers, sandwiches, steak, and much more. Shenanigan's also has a large game room and party room for you next event. Local bands perform every Friday & Saturday night!
Casa Azteca offers delicious Mexican food for the whole family.
Fortel's Pizza Den was honored by USA Today, the Riverfront Times, and many more as an outstanding "Mom and Pop" Pizzeria. Fortel's uses only the freshest ingredients, their dough is made in the store everyday, and they use 100% real mozzarella cheese.
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China King has a wonderful variety of delicious Chinese food for the whole family.
What makes Breadeaúx Pizza different? It's the crust, which is chewy and sweet, and reminiscent of fine French Bread. While other pizza places boast about using dough made fresh daily, at Breadeaúx Pizza restaurants, our dough is aged and double-raised, once quickly, and the second time slowly while being chilled. The major difference in our dough preparation creates our distinctive taste and texture. So come on in to Breadeaúx Pizza and taste the difference.
Great food, a helpful, friendly staff, and a large party room make Tim & Joe's an excellent place to hang out with friends and family.
Japanese Gardens offers excellent cooking table service, with many delicious dishes, and a large sushi bar and built in entertainment as the chef cooks your dinner right in front of you.
Marco's offers delicious salads, pizza, and much more. So come in to Marco's on Main to experience a little Italy!
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Dandy Inn Irish Pub & Restaurant
The Dandy Inn has good food and friendly service, and is among the oldest taverns in St. Clair County. Local lore says that Abraham Lincoln used to visit the tavern.
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Schiappa's Pasta Pizza & Wings
At Schiappa's try the challenge, two people must eat one 29" pizza in a 1/2 hour, or you can just come for the delicious pizza, salads, soups, shrimp, and more.
Thip's has delicious Thai cuisine like pad kee mao, and more made with the freshest ingredients, and as spicy as you want it.
Ice Cream Haven's menu is full of frosty delights for all ages.
Dos Gorditos offers a variety of authentic delicious Mexican cuisine in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The Bamboo Valley offers a large buffet full of your Chinese favorites, and some of your American favorites. Or, if you would rather have a great sit down meal, Bamboo Valley offers a large menu of made to order items.
Eckert's Country Restaurant offers delicous home-cooked food. Try our all-you-can-eat fried chicken dinner or one of our homemade pies.
D.S. Vespers offers delicious food and cold drinks in a gread pub atmosphere.
You're in for good food in a relaxing atmosphere when you go to Geo Wings & More. There is something for everyone here, wings of all varieties, salads and pizza.
Joe Boccardi's Ristorante offers soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta, seafood, steak and more.
Fischer's offers outstanding food and service for any dining occasion. From a delicious breakfast to a succulent steak dinner, Fischer's is the dining experience you've been looking for.
At Valentine's you can enjoy delicious, tender steak or many of the other fabulous dishes Valentine's has to offer.
Papa Vito's serves up the great pizza, salads, sandwiches, and wings. At Papa Vito's, every dish is created using only the finest, all natural ingredients. They use real cheese, real meat and fresh vegetables.
Westend has delicious, fresh seafood.
India's Oven offers delicious authentic Indian food such as goat, chicken, vindaloo, mango pudding, and also vegetarian appetizers in a casual atmosphere.
Big Mama's offers delicious, homestyle barbeque with friendly service and a large menu full of unique sides that are sure to please the whole family.
Fat Daddy's Catering Concessio
Fat Daddy's offers a variety of burgers, sandwiches, tacos and more. Located in the VFW Hall, caters to military, but the public is welcome! Bring the whole family or come by yourself. Popular chili made from scratch in-house, fried chicken, and fish fry on Fridays. Full bar. Take out menu, children's menu. Outdoor seating will be available in the near future.
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At Fletcher's the food is creatively prepared to make delicious and unique dishes. With a comfortable atmosphere and great service, Fletcher's is a great place to enjoy a good meal with family and friends.
Gary's has delicious food in a casual, homey atmosphere, and served by a cheerful and friendly staff.
Come on in and grab a bite. Get the house specialty, the hand-shaped Stevie Ray Burger & Fries or enjoy a big salad with either steak or chicken. Besides burgers, they have sandwiches, wraps, kabobs and more.
Maxwell's offers great hamburgers, pasta, and all around great food in a cozy, casual atmosphere, and served by a warm, friendly staff.
Charlie's offers generous portions of great food at an affordable price.
Enjoy delicious steak, chicken, great sides, and much more, in a casual atmosphere.
Caseyville Cafe offers a variety of delicous American classics for the whole family.
Ginger Buffet has five types of sushi, beef & broccoli, General Tsao's chicken, and many other buffet items, a large dessert bar, a large salad bar, and much more.
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The Abbey Espresso Bar and Café is West Belleville's most comfortable hot spot. A backdrop of weekly card games, chess matches and Saturday morning music complements the best cup of joe east of the Mississippi. Homemade soups, salads, and sandwiches are served daily along with a plethora of pastries and bread.
Reinhardt's Restaurant & Lounge
Reinhardt's has all the delicious food and fun you can handle with pizza, steak, meatloaf, roast beef, fried chicken, and more. For fun, there's several big screens, pool, and video games all in a great family atmosphere.
Clinton Hill offers delicious food, daily drink specials, and a sports bar with nine TVs for viewing all sporting events.
Inside an 1800s farmhouse, the Shiloh Valley Grill has delicious American-style dishes.
A vast and tasty variety of food from Sushi to crab legs.
4204 Main Street Brewing Company - Belleville
At 4204 Main Street Brewing Company we believe simple and amazing food and beer pairing is a staple in life and we wanted to share that. Our neighborhood restaurant and brewery is a place to meet, experience amazing food, carefully brewed local beer and to enjoy life. Whether you love food or you love beer you've come to the right place. We are here for the food and beer lovers just like us.
Peel Wood Fired Pizza & Brewing Company
Peel Wood Fired Pizza & Brewing Company boasts a large dining room, a lounge area with couches and oversized chairs, a 30 seat brew pub, and a 40 foot butcher block bar. In the brewing area, you will find an impressive display of the brew house and fermentation equipment. The 7bbl brew house and 8 vessel fermentation room can be viewed by visitors through glass panels. We bake our pizza creations in a Mugnaini wood burning pizza oven, for authentic Old World Italian baking.
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