ChiefsPlanet - KU **** OFFICIAL 2013-2014 Kansas Basketball Repository Thread ****

Embiid had 5 assists in the first half. Very unusual to see a big with that kind of court vision, especially with his limited experience level. I remain convinced he's going to be very good, it just may take a while to get there.

He's already doing things that only Perry Ellis can do, and at four to five inches taller. His ability to finish over either shoulder, with either hand, with that soft a touch either with a swish or bank shot, is simply years and years and years ahead of his experience level.

It's not just the physical attributes, it's that he apparently really takes to the game. He understands scoring and shooting as a physical act, which not everyone (Traylor) does. He isn't just an athlete playing basketball. He is a spectacular athlete who is also CLEARLY a born, natural basketball player.

The "rawness" is a misnomer. He isn't raw. He's polished in his technique, which is insane. What some call "raw" I call uncoached. He already CAN do everything. He just doesn't know WHAT to do. That's coaching and reps. It's not like he has to develop his skills, just learn where and when to use them.

CoMoChief

11-13-2013 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Prison Bitch (Post 10183565)

Embiid really struggled offensively last nite against a very pedestrian Duke front line. I think he finished with only 2 points on a dunk, and was very awkward when he got the ball in the lane. Didn't go up quickly, he's just too raw right now. That 3 he jacked up when the game was tied with 4 to play was not amusing in the least.

I wasn't pissed about the 3. The guy can shoot from outside.

CoMoChief

11-13-2013 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by teedubya (Post 10183757)

So, I wonder what Okafor and Jones were thinking last night and who they were cheering for?

They want playing time. I don't think Embiid will jump to the NBA after this season unless he has a monster year. This team is also loaded at guard.

Guess we'll see. I'd love to have both of them that's for sure.

Prison Bitch

11-13-2013 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by CoMoChief (Post 10183782)

I wasn't pissed about the 3. The guy can shoot from outside.

As my friend said last night:"do that against Texas Tech in a blowout. Not tied vs Duke"

saphojunkie

11-13-2013 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by CoMoChief (Post 10183795)

They want playing time. I don't think Embiid will jump to the NBA after this season unless he has a monster year. This team is also loaded at guard.

Guess we'll see. I'd love to have both of them that's for sure.

You are just wrong here. Just wrong.

Chiefspants

11-13-2013 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by saphojunkie (Post 10183583)

I love wayne selden so hard. Dude was years ahead of his age last night, talking to guys, calming them down or pumping them up. He's just so unbelievably mature and understands the game.

If he doesn't show range on his jumper then he might not make it to the league this year. And I'd be freaking out.

This. Selden stepped up and looked like a leader last night. It's possible Wayne prevented Wiggins from earning a technical after Andrew's fourth foul. Selden was all over the court in ways that transcended the actual game. It would be amazing if this trend continued, as I do not even remember the last time we had a leader that filled a role like that on the court.

saphojunkie

11-13-2013 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Chiefspants (Post 10183943)

You saw it, too? Loved it. I loved it.

Also, while other guys wear jerseys, Wayne is wearing a super hero costume.

http://dy.snimg.com/story-image/1/31...01-375-264.jpg

Pablo

11-13-2013 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by saphojunkie (Post 10183885)

You are just wrong here. Just wrong.

It's CoMo.

Think long and hard about the last time he was right about anything. Ever.

Some folks just have a knack for being wrong.

CoMoChief

11-13-2013 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by saphojunkie (Post 10183885)

You are just wrong here. Just wrong.

nope