2010 CB Draft: Pacific Division Press Conferences

[celticpride07]

question for the Kings.

You can make an argument that boozer and randolph are the same players. How do you think their similar styles will blend together? Do you think they could both start? it would be interesting.

[Roy H.]

question for the Kings.

You can make an argument that boozer and randolph are the same players. How do you think their similar styles will blend together? Do you think they could both start? it would be interesting.

I think they could both start against certain teams, and they probably will.  In most matchups, though, I prefer having Dampier in there for defense, while at the same time having 48 minutes of elite post offense in the game (something that no other team can claim).

They are, in fact, pretty similar players, with Randolph having slightly more range, and Boozer having better moves and better efficiency.  The reason having similar players doesn't kill me is because both Boozer and Randolph have well-rounded games.  When one is in the low post, the other can drift to just inside the three point arc.  Boozer is a good passer and Randolph is a decent one, and they're both pretty mobile for their size. 

Unlike a lot of teams with two bigs, you don't have to worry about either Boozer or Randolph clogging the lane, either individually or while in the game together. 

[Who]

I like your roster construction a lot, Who, although I see it more as a "team of the future" team that can be competitive now (which I think is what you suggested).

You answered the big question about Kevin Martin.  The other big question is Martin's health:  he's only been completely healthy in one out of six seasons, and has missed 25+ games in each of the last three years.  Is this a luck thing, or is it a legitimate concern?

Also, what type of stat line would you expect out of Splitter and Randolph this season?

(1) Yep, I see this as team for the future ... one that should become a contender in another year or two depending on how quickly the young big men grow (Randolph, Thabeet -- need them to be impact defenders + need Randolph's shot-creation to round out the offense).

In the meantime, I expect this team to be a very good regular season squad but one that isn't built for playoff success.  

(2) Kevin Martin's health -- legitimate concern -- he seems a frail.

(3) I would peg Splitter in the 28-31 minute category. I think he is good for 14-15ppg on a TS% of 58-62%. Maybe 7 to 7.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists. With good defensive play.

I am thinking 30-32 minutes a night out of Randolph (but I would love to keep him out there for 34-35 minutes) and would expect him to score 14-15ppg (in 30-32) but do so with less efficiency (54-55%) while also adding 8.5 to 9 rebounds a night. The expectation for his defense is for it to start off as poor but gradually improve throughout the year and become an average defensive player by year's end. Also adding a combined 3 to 3.5 blocks/steals.

Edit: Chris Paul's + Kevin Martin's efficiency should allow both players to get enough shot attempts off in around 30 minutes to score 14-15ppg.

[StartOrien]

Too many tough questions out of the Pacific:

Roy, if the Kings were going to host an NBA Jam tournament, who would win and why?

If we're talking CB-NBA league wide, I'm going with Toronto.  David Lee as the big-time rebounder, and Paul Pierce + Ray Allen to score inside or outside.

In our division, I'm picking myself.  I've got home court, first of all, and the Boozer, Randolph, Rose trio has the elite talent needed.

Of course, it's hard to argue with Phoenix, if only due to Howard. 

Now that the heat is off. What I meant to ask is, who on your team is best at playing NBA Jam. I say Rashard Lewis

[Roy H.]

Too many tough questions out of the Pacific:

Roy, if the Kings were going to host an NBA Jam tournament, who would win and why?

If we're talking CB-NBA league wide, I'm going with Toronto.  David Lee as the big-time rebounder, and Paul Pierce + Ray Allen to score inside or outside.

In our division, I'm picking myself.  I've got home court, first of all, and the Boozer, Randolph, Rose trio has the elite talent needed.

Of course, it's hard to argue with Phoenix, if only due to Howard. 

Now that the heat is off. What I meant to ask is, who on your team is best at playing NBA Jam. I say Rashard Lewis

Ah, right.  I totally forgot about Rashard.  He would indeed have the outside game + dunking ability to absolutely excel at NBA Jam.  Rose could throw down some sick dunks, though.

[StartOrien]

Antawn Jamison: Worst NBA Jam player ever?

[Roy H.]

Antawn Jamison: Worst NBA Jam player ever?

Benoit Benjamin is the worst NBA Jam player ever.  The worst roster back in the day was the Milwaukee Bucks:  Brad Lohaus and Blue Edwards.  Seriously, Milwaukee?  That's the best you could do?

Jamison might struggle, but you could do worse.

[StartOrien]

Antawn Jamison: Worst NBA Jam player ever?

Benoit Benjamin is the worst NBA Jam player ever.  The worst roster back in the day was the Milwaukee Bucks:  Brad Lohaus and Blue Edwards.  Seriously, Milwaukee?  That's the best you could do?

Jamison might struggle, but you could do worse.

Even real life Lohaus and Edwards are disgusted by that team

[celticpride07]

so how that nba jam coming with nba elite 11 should be fun...wow this press conference has ran out of gas.

[Roy H.]

so how that nba jam coming with nba elite 11 should be fun...wow this press conference has ran out of gas.

Not enough in-fighting.

I'm surprised more people don't have questions for Who; I think we're all scared of asking a stupid question.

[celticpride07]

im just hoping out of division gms can give opinions and rankings. It seems just our division is online right now.

[Rondo2287]

Can we get a list of rosters for all the teams?  I know some havent given their pressers yet

[Lucky17]

Clips are the last to give their presser? Is that pending?

[celticpride07]

Clips are the last to give their presser? Is that pending?

yeah but i have not seen the clippers gm online all day.

[Fafnir]

Question for GSW:

Who where the 3 players you thought you could pair with CP3 to make a contender this year?