Posted by D.J. Foster on May 1, 2010 at 3:39 pm
- In case you missed it, Jan Vesely pulled out of the 2010 NBA Draft to work more on his game before coming to the NBA. Although he was unlikely to be taken before the Clippers pick or by the Clippers themselves, stranger things could have happened.
- We’ll talk a ton about the Clippers’ lottery pick in the next few months, but what about the second round? Due to some earlier trades and pick swapping, the Clippers will select near the tail-end of the draft at pick 24. I’ve been trumpeting his case all year, but why not take a chance on Cal’s Jerome Randle? He was nearly a 180 shooter his senior of college, shooting over 40% from three and 93% from the free throw line. He was also the MVP of the Portsmouth Invitational last month. Draftexpress takes a look at Randle and decides it might not be wise to dismiss him because of his height. Other than dunking ability and a bestselling jersey in the league (ugh), what’s Nate Robinson have that Randle doesn’t?
- Where in the world is Ricky Davis? Turkey. I don’t know why I find the prospect of Ricky Davis in Turkey fascinating, but I do. Get buckets, Ricky. Get buckets.
- Someone will need to make the first move in free agency for the fireworks to start. Will it be Chris Bosh choosing a home first? As much as the player movement will depend on that first domino, coaching movement might be the same way. Avery Johnson is going to talk with New Orleans and Philadelphia about their openings. New Orleans has also been rumored as a destination for Dwane Casey, one of the Clippers top candidates, so that’s a situation to keep a close eye on.
13 Responses
vesley’s agent found out that clipperblog was advertising Jan as a likely pick and decided to stay for one more year.
Speaking of Bosh, I have been pleading with him to join the clippers. It’s borderline online stalking
Posted on May 1st, 2010 at 5:20 pm
But the dude(bosh) doesn’t play D. I really like the Joe Johnson idea. Him, and go after one of the young, quick pgs. Maybe even trade bdiddy, though his value is diminished.
D.J. Foster Reply:
May 2nd, 2010 at 7:26 pm
Well, he’s not like Amar’e bad from what I’ve seen. I think in a good defensive system he’d be fine.
jgroove Reply:
May 3rd, 2010 at 12:17 am
Bosh plays a hell of a lot more D than Amare or Aldridge. It’s the system he’s in. Did you see him on the Olympic team? He got crunch minutes because of his D.
Posted on May 2nd, 2010 at 8:19 am
Clips interested in Boston assistant? http://realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/66315/20100502/clippers_hornets_interested_in_thibodeau/
Posted on May 2nd, 2010 at 9:41 am
Yes yes yes. I was gonna bring this up months ago buy got too lazy. TT is a defensive master. I’d take him over most coaches. Defense tends to stabilize a team, it builds serious chemistry and wins regular season games.
D.J. Foster Reply:
May 2nd, 2010 at 7:28 pm
“Defense tends to stabilize a team, it builds serious chemistry and wins regular season games.”
Agree 100%. Just look at the turnaround the Bucks were able to accomplish this year under Skiles.
Posted on May 2nd, 2010 at 9:51 am
D.han, which PGs are you referring to?
Posted on May 2nd, 2010 at 3:18 pm
Randle sounds like he would be worth a late 1st round or early 2nd round pick. He could definitely make a decent backup point and lately small backup PG’s have had some good luck with JJ Barea, Collison, and Nate Robinson all playing very well despite their small size.
Posted on May 2nd, 2010 at 9:55 pm
We have the 24th pick, too?
D.J. Foster Reply:
May 3rd, 2010 at 2:10 pm
Sorry, should have worded that better. 24th pick in the second round.
Posted on May 3rd, 2010 at 1:04 pm
Nate Robinson is a nice toy, but look how much run he’s getting for a good team in the playoffs. He’s not going to contribute to a team with championship aspirations.
Posted on May 4th, 2010 at 11:29 am
Send a package trade of Baron Davis and Kaman to whoever gets the first pick. Draft John Wall, sign Bosch.
Posted on May 8th, 2010 at 3:59 pm
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