Basketball from a
fans perspective
It’s MPJ’s fault
Commissioner Adam Silver
announced Kevin Knox as the Knicks choice and a hearty round of boos was heard
throughout Barclays arena. The Kentucky
forward was the 9th pick and Michael Porter Jr. remained available
was the chief reason. In any event
Kristaps Porzingis could commiserate with Knox, he is reported to have asked
Knox about his reception. ‘Draft night boos are fuel to the fire,’ in other words your actions on the
court will more than make up for the negative reaction of a few.
Jayhawks in the NBA
The Cavs announced power
forward Billy Preston will play for their summer league team. Preston didn’t play but left school prior to
the season due to academic issues. He
might be added to their regular season roster.
Point guard Devonte Graham became the 34th pick by the Hawks
and his rights were later traded to the Hornets. Shooting guard Svi
Mykhailiuk was picked by the Lakers with the 47th pick and teammate
Malik Newman a guard was undrafted but signed a 2-way contract with the
Lakers.
Kyrie on the move?
A rumor is circulating Kyrie
Irving could be leaving the Celtics for the Knicks. Irving will become a free-agent in July 2019
unless he signs a new contract. Relax
Celtic Nation that might not be as bad as it might first appear. I said, (me) when Irving went out with the
injury “This team is going no place
although they make the playoffs.” Terry Rozier must have heard my comment from
Kansas City, he said “You didn’t say that did you?”
Rozier not only was an
adequate replacement for Irving he proved to all he’s ready to play starter
minutes as a regular. Don’t get me wrong
Irving is a talented player but given the opportunity in a pressure packed
playoff atmosphere Rozier certainly rose to the occasion. The Celtics possibly in fear of losing Irving
with no compensation might be forced to trade Irving, they might make a move
prior to the 2018-19 season. Pure
speculation on my part, Irving signs an extension and this account is stowed
away never to see the light of day.
Did you notice
The Lakers passed on
LiAngelo Ball but so did 29 other NBA teams?
I’m going to toss more gasoline on the fire, the Lakers announced he will
not be added to their summer league roster.
Some might believe I’m poking fun at the young man that is not the
intent. This is aimed at father LaVar
who cannot seem to zip his lip for more than a few minutes at a time. My wish is success for him Lonzo and LaMelo
however daddy is making it extremely challenging. He cannot shut up long enough to listen to
anyone but himself. Do what you do LaVar,
market your shoes and get your league off the ground. Don’t allow the Lakers or any NBA team to
abuse your offspring but don't get in their way.
An exceptional circumstance
It’s not uncommon for high
school athletes to play more than one sport.
What is extremely unusual is to be an outstanding athlete in two
sports. That’s the case for Class of
2020 prospect Jalen Suggs, he plays quarterback for Minnehaha Academy and point
guard for the basketball team in Minneapolis Minnesota. The 6-foot 3-inch Suggs is a Rivals 4-star
prospect in football and 5-star prospect in basketball. This soon to be junior has made no decision
regarding a sport or college. Just for
your information Mizzou quarterback Drew Lock played basketball at Lees Summit
(MO) but the 6 foot 4-inch Lock chose football over basketball.
