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It’s slightly mind boggling to think that Gerald Green, a Celtics rookie fresh out of high school in 2005, is only 25.It’s also sad to hear that this tremendous, entertaining athlete was cut by the Foshan Long Lions of the Chinese Basketball Association last week. His individual gifts remain considerable, but in a league that values conformity and selfless play, he simply didn’t fit.As more American players sign contracts in the CBA, that problem becomes more apparent. As many of these players are discovering, Chinese management does not seem to value individuality, never mind high maintenance. Right, J.R. Smith?“The team needs to stand out at the crucial time,” Green said in a prepared statement, released curiously enough by the Long Lions. “I tried to lead the team, but maybe I was not doing good enough.”Think Green actually said or wrote that?As Smith’s problems with the Guangdong Tigers have shown, image is hugely important for the Chinese teams.The club’s statement added that Green “failed to fit into the tactic system of the whole team. The coach considered it again and again, and made this difficult decision in order to meet the team’s long-term needs.”
Maybe the Globetrotters could give him a call?
“I tried to lead the team, but maybe I was not doing good enough.”was he picked up to be a leader?
its too bad The Pacers didnt covet Greens ability to Windmill dunk on draft night. Danny Granger one pick before us....
Does he still have that great 3pt shot with the high release?
And as to Gerald, he would be our 3rd or 4th. Best player right now.