There has been a whirl of activity over the past two weeks since the Mailmen played, and lost, their last basketball game to Boston Road 71-68.
After the loss the team, rightfully so, wasn't in the best state of mind.
"Well, we got outplayed down the stretch," injured big man Kerry Hunter said after, "I don't like to make excuses and talk about the officiating, it didn't feel like the best officiated game. But we didn't shoot well from beyond the arc and just made mistakes down the stretch."
Other team members weren't as willing to quiet their discontent for the officiating.
Brandon Hunter - "I don't want to talk about it, I really don't. You see us out there busting our (expletive) just as much as the other guys. We are shorter, so guys can knock us around and jump over our back. Terrible. We didn't lose this game. Not the way I saw it."
Pat Cripple - "Inside we didn't stand a chance, 7 players on one side, 5 on ours."
Coach Jason Hunter - "I'll come right out and say the officiating was terrible tonight. You know you try not to complain during the game, we just try to make our point known. But after awhile of going to the basket and getting hammered, then coming down to the other end and getting a phantom call on us. C'mon. C'mon. They lost the game for us, they really did. We play the same kind of basketball every night. Scrappy, fast-break. I think once we started talking to the refs it was over. Over for us. Just the worst job of officiating I've been a part of since we've been in this league."
A week after the comments made, Jason Hunter was fined $5,000 from the league.
"I knew that the sanctions would come down on me afterward," Hunter said in a phone interview this past week. "But it had to be said, have to stick up for my guys out there. We just want a fair deal out there."
The Mailmen led last in the second half when Boston went on a short run, tying the game. Boston had a chance to win in as time expired, but a corner three was off the mark. That's when fouls called against the Mailmen came into effect, and the full court shot by Andy Kempf at the end of overtime missed its target and the team fell to 2-1 on the regular season.
The Mailmen shot poor from behind the arc. Only mustering 24% (6/25) which is well below their 33% shooting touch on the year. They also missed an opportunity on the free throw line, only managing 2 of 6. The tean battled back inside however, getting to the basket. They worked up 46% of everything inside three, a touch better than their season average.
"We recognized the three wasn't falling," Kerry said after the game, "It was good that we got to the hoop, had some good follows. We have to battle more inside since we are always the smaller team on the floor."
The Mailmen should get taller this Sunday however as Kerry Hunter may make his season debut coming off of knee surgery.
"I ran a lot this week, more than previous weeks," Kerry said in a phone interview today, "it's getting better. I'm probably still not at 100%, but I feel strong enough to give it a go. Hopefully I help more than I hurt Sunday."
The Mailmen will take on a new divisional opponent, Tune Sqaud (0-3) as the league was realigned after the last league games. Make It Drizzle was also moved to the 2nd Division as both teams were not faring well in Divison 1. This realignment was used to balance the play from both Division's and now teams will only play most other teams in their division once. All teams will still make the playoffs.
Let's hope for a W and no settlements off the hardwood.
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Saturday, December 17, 2011
The Mailmen Control Early, Move to 3-0
Written by Brandon Hunter
The Mailmen(3-0) continued their winning ways by defeating Firehouse(0-3), in a one sided contest, 72-27.
The Mailmen had to dig deep into their reserves due to the fact that Jason Hunter(honeymoon) and Kerry Hunter(injury) were both out this week. Clinton Weigel was contacted and agreed on a 10 day contract giving the Mailmen 6 men for the contest.
Though vastly undersized the Mailmen started the game by scoring using an uptempo offense that the opposition couldn't keep up with. Leading the Mailmen in scoring, Brandon Hunter(20pts, 11rebs) began the contest scoring the Mailmen's first 12 points and there was no looking back from there. The fast paced offense left Firehouse winded and without an answer for the scoring barrage. 5 of the 6 members of the squad were in scored in double digits and though size was against them crashing the glass was not an issue. Johno Reminder(15pts, 9rebs) and Andy Kempf(11pts, 9rebs) are the post players doing an excellent job filling the shoes of injured big man K. Hunter by averaging 10 and 9 rebounds per contest.
Mike Giardina(10pts, 3rebs), Pat Cripple(12pts, 5rebs), and Weigel(4pts, 7rebs) solid perimeter defense was a main reason the Mailmen held their opponent to only 8 first half points. Their on the ball pressure was too much for Firehouse to handle leading to many steals and fast break points.
K. Hunter, acting as coach while he's sidelined with knee and hamstring injuries, was impressed with the quickness added to the roster this year:
"Mike G's and Crip's speed and endurance is great," Hunter said, "the on the ball pressure will be a huge when facing some of the tougher teams, we couldn't provide that pressure last year without getting gassed late in the game."
Returning to the lineup will be Jason Hunter and Brent Hunter as The Mailmen look to keep their win streak alive this Sunday against Boston Rd. Auto (1-1 at the time of this writing). It is uncertain whether or not The Mailmen will sign Weigel to a full contract or continue to use 10 day contracts in order to avoid a crowded roster. Reply to:
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The Mailmen(3-0) continued their winning ways by defeating Firehouse(0-3), in a one sided contest, 72-27.
The Mailmen had to dig deep into their reserves due to the fact that Jason Hunter(honeymoon) and Kerry Hunter(injury) were both out this week. Clinton Weigel was contacted and agreed on a 10 day contract giving the Mailmen 6 men for the contest.
Though vastly undersized the Mailmen started the game by scoring using an uptempo offense that the opposition couldn't keep up with. Leading the Mailmen in scoring, Brandon Hunter(20pts, 11rebs) began the contest scoring the Mailmen's first 12 points and there was no looking back from there. The fast paced offense left Firehouse winded and without an answer for the scoring barrage. 5 of the 6 members of the squad were in scored in double digits and though size was against them crashing the glass was not an issue. Johno Reminder(15pts, 9rebs) and Andy Kempf(11pts, 9rebs) are the post players doing an excellent job filling the shoes of injured big man K. Hunter by averaging 10 and 9 rebounds per contest.
Mike Giardina(10pts, 3rebs), Pat Cripple(12pts, 5rebs), and Weigel(4pts, 7rebs) solid perimeter defense was a main reason the Mailmen held their opponent to only 8 first half points. Their on the ball pressure was too much for Firehouse to handle leading to many steals and fast break points.
K. Hunter, acting as coach while he's sidelined with knee and hamstring injuries, was impressed with the quickness added to the roster this year:
"Mike G's and Crip's speed and endurance is great," Hunter said, "the on the ball pressure will be a huge when facing some of the tougher teams, we couldn't provide that pressure last year without getting gassed late in the game."
Returning to the lineup will be Jason Hunter and Brent Hunter as The Mailmen look to keep their win streak alive this Sunday against Boston Rd. Auto (1-1 at the time of this writing). It is uncertain whether or not The Mailmen will sign Weigel to a full contract or continue to use 10 day contracts in order to avoid a crowded roster. Reply to:
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Tuesday, December 6, 2011
A New Era
The Mailmen started off the regular season on the winning side of the equation defeating Team Eric 69-39.
Brandon Hunter led all scorers with 22 points while Brent Hunter added 16 (9 rebounds) and new comer Mike Giardina added 10 (5 rebounds) in the 30 point victory.
"This is how you want the season to start," Coach Jason Hunter (6 points) said afterward. "To come out and get a win like this, with some new faces, it really gets you excited to play week in and week out."
The Mailmen will be shuffling their lineup again next week and will have a different starting 5 for the third straight game. Jason Hunter will be off on a honeymoon as he was married this past weekend and Brent Hunter is being sent back down to the developmental league. To replace those two, the team has again dug back into its past bank, adding guard Clinton Weigel with a 10-day contract. Weigel averaged 4.5 points last year while shooting 53% from the floor. He will be another slasher and strong defender that will take up most of the minutes lost by the two Hunter brothers.
The Mailmen will face Firehouse, who lost their first preseason game 79-38. The score from their first regular season game was not available before this entry. The Mailmen were supposed to play Firehouse last season, but then, as the Reignmakers, won by forfeit on two seperate occasions.
"Gotta keep the train on the tracks," quoted Kerry Hunter
Brandon Hunter led all scorers with 22 points while Brent Hunter added 16 (9 rebounds) and new comer Mike Giardina added 10 (5 rebounds) in the 30 point victory.
"This is how you want the season to start," Coach Jason Hunter (6 points) said afterward. "To come out and get a win like this, with some new faces, it really gets you excited to play week in and week out."
The Mailmen will be shuffling their lineup again next week and will have a different starting 5 for the third straight game. Jason Hunter will be off on a honeymoon as he was married this past weekend and Brent Hunter is being sent back down to the developmental league. To replace those two, the team has again dug back into its past bank, adding guard Clinton Weigel with a 10-day contract. Weigel averaged 4.5 points last year while shooting 53% from the floor. He will be another slasher and strong defender that will take up most of the minutes lost by the two Hunter brothers.
The Mailmen will face Firehouse, who lost their first preseason game 79-38. The score from their first regular season game was not available before this entry. The Mailmen were supposed to play Firehouse last season, but then, as the Reignmakers, won by forfeit on two seperate occasions.
"Gotta keep the train on the tracks," quoted Kerry Hunter
Sunday, November 27, 2011
No Games, Itchy Fingers
The Mailmen are off this week and will begin regular season play on December 4th versus Team Eric.
That does not mean the team isn't busy however, as the front office signed a few of their roster members today.
The Mailmen announced they would re-up Ryan Stuver's 10-day contract when it expires this week. Stuver made $1.75 million last year, but left the team when he was signed to a soccer program. The Mailmen were able to bring him back last week after injuries left the team with limited numbers. A year contract will be debatable once this second 10-day contract is up.
Big man Andy Kempf was also re-upped this year, after a $1.8 million dollar deal last year. After a successful season in the front office's eyes, the Mailmen signed Kempf for three years at $7 million total. He will make $2 million this season.
Pat Cripple and Michael Giardina were signed for the same amount $1.75 million dollars a year, but were signed for different lengths, two and one years, respectively. Crip performed well in his minutes with the team and Giardina should see action next week.
Johno Reminder was signed to a one year, $1.78 million dollar deal, with a option in 2012 for $2.35 million. Reminder missed the first game with personal obligations. He looks to be a body in the middle, taking minutes where big man Kerry Hunter left as he recovers from surgery.
Brent Hunter's contract situation was also an odd one for the team. After playing in only a handful of games last year under his Developmental League contract, he eclipsed the maximum amount of games played for the professional team. Under league rules, the team must either sign him to a 10-day contract, a full-year contract, or send him back down to the developmental league for one full year under a new contract. The Mailmen decided to make Brent an official part of the Mailmen, giving him a two-year $5.67 million contract. He will make $2.55 million this year.
The Mailmen have also had prelimanary talks with former Reignmakers Michael Petrilli and Clinton Weigel about possible returns to the team or their Developmental team association.
That does not mean the team isn't busy however, as the front office signed a few of their roster members today.
The Mailmen announced they would re-up Ryan Stuver's 10-day contract when it expires this week. Stuver made $1.75 million last year, but left the team when he was signed to a soccer program. The Mailmen were able to bring him back last week after injuries left the team with limited numbers. A year contract will be debatable once this second 10-day contract is up.
Big man Andy Kempf was also re-upped this year, after a $1.8 million dollar deal last year. After a successful season in the front office's eyes, the Mailmen signed Kempf for three years at $7 million total. He will make $2 million this season.
Pat Cripple and Michael Giardina were signed for the same amount $1.75 million dollars a year, but were signed for different lengths, two and one years, respectively. Crip performed well in his minutes with the team and Giardina should see action next week.
Johno Reminder was signed to a one year, $1.78 million dollar deal, with a option in 2012 for $2.35 million. Reminder missed the first game with personal obligations. He looks to be a body in the middle, taking minutes where big man Kerry Hunter left as he recovers from surgery.
Brent Hunter's contract situation was also an odd one for the team. After playing in only a handful of games last year under his Developmental League contract, he eclipsed the maximum amount of games played for the professional team. Under league rules, the team must either sign him to a 10-day contract, a full-year contract, or send him back down to the developmental league for one full year under a new contract. The Mailmen decided to make Brent an official part of the Mailmen, giving him a two-year $5.67 million contract. He will make $2.55 million this year.
The Mailmen have also had prelimanary talks with former Reignmakers Michael Petrilli and Clinton Weigel about possible returns to the team or their Developmental team association.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
New Look, New Year
Preseason basketball was good to the Mailmen.
A 54-43 victory over PBR's Finest this past Sunday night gives the good guys some ground to build off of.
After a change in uniform and a few tweaks to the roster, the Mailmen saw a lot that they liked.
The team shot 41% from three, 38% from the field total, as they continued the trend from last season of taking control in the second half of games. With only 6 players available due to various situations, the Mailmen extended their 10 point lead slightly to 11 to finish 1-0 in the preseason.
Brent Hunter led the team with 19 points, hitting three of six from deep. Brandon Hunter followed suit. 18 points, four of 10 from three and added 9 rebounds.
Rebounding was key Sunday. The Mailmen were the smaller team, a theme similar to last year. Four of the six players had more than 5 rebounds. Andy Kempf grabbed 10, Brandon 9, newly acquired Pat Cripple (10 points) had 8, and coach Jason Hunter (7 points) added 6. The Mailmen used their legs in the second half, taking control of the boards and the game.
"We aren't in the best shape," injured big man Kerry Hunter said afterwards. Kerry was highly involved on the bench, taking control of subsitutions, calling plays from the sidelines. "You could see us doing more standing late in the first half. We got back into it after the break. We will need to talk and move more because we will always be the smallest team on the floor."
Being small showed in the shooting percentage. The Mailmen only shot 36% from inside the three point line. Most of those shots coming within 5 feet of the basket.
"It's tough once we get to the key," Coach Hunter said, "we are small, we get banged up in there. Not a lot of clear shooting lanes once we get close. Brandon took some shots inside. We did well driving, we know we can't rely on the three point shot all the time. I liked what I saw, we had guys playing extended minutes tonight. We will take a W."
The Mailmen actually signed former player Ryan Stuver to a 10-day contract Saturday night in order to have bodies for rest. The team will look at his contract situation later and may sign him to a second 10-day contract this week. Johno Reminder should be back next week as should Michael Giardina, giving the team more depth. Kerry Hunter is still looking to be out at least 4 weeks, rehabbing his knee.
The schedule for the year will be released tomorrow and we will get a first look to see where the team sits division wise. Most analysts believe they will be slated in Division II again this year, as they came up short in the playoffs last year.
A 54-43 victory over PBR's Finest this past Sunday night gives the good guys some ground to build off of.
After a change in uniform and a few tweaks to the roster, the Mailmen saw a lot that they liked.
The team shot 41% from three, 38% from the field total, as they continued the trend from last season of taking control in the second half of games. With only 6 players available due to various situations, the Mailmen extended their 10 point lead slightly to 11 to finish 1-0 in the preseason.
Brent Hunter led the team with 19 points, hitting three of six from deep. Brandon Hunter followed suit. 18 points, four of 10 from three and added 9 rebounds.
Rebounding was key Sunday. The Mailmen were the smaller team, a theme similar to last year. Four of the six players had more than 5 rebounds. Andy Kempf grabbed 10, Brandon 9, newly acquired Pat Cripple (10 points) had 8, and coach Jason Hunter (7 points) added 6. The Mailmen used their legs in the second half, taking control of the boards and the game.
"We aren't in the best shape," injured big man Kerry Hunter said afterwards. Kerry was highly involved on the bench, taking control of subsitutions, calling plays from the sidelines. "You could see us doing more standing late in the first half. We got back into it after the break. We will need to talk and move more because we will always be the smallest team on the floor."
Being small showed in the shooting percentage. The Mailmen only shot 36% from inside the three point line. Most of those shots coming within 5 feet of the basket.
"It's tough once we get to the key," Coach Hunter said, "we are small, we get banged up in there. Not a lot of clear shooting lanes once we get close. Brandon took some shots inside. We did well driving, we know we can't rely on the three point shot all the time. I liked what I saw, we had guys playing extended minutes tonight. We will take a W."
The Mailmen actually signed former player Ryan Stuver to a 10-day contract Saturday night in order to have bodies for rest. The team will look at his contract situation later and may sign him to a second 10-day contract this week. Johno Reminder should be back next week as should Michael Giardina, giving the team more depth. Kerry Hunter is still looking to be out at least 4 weeks, rehabbing his knee.
The schedule for the year will be released tomorrow and we will get a first look to see where the team sits division wise. Most analysts believe they will be slated in Division II again this year, as they came up short in the playoffs last year.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Welcome to Mailmen basketball!
So the NBA is in lockout mode...the BMRL, Brunswick Mens Rec Basketball League, is not.
The league will begin play, on schedule, this Sunday, November 20th.
As you can recall, the Reignmakers came up short in their goal of a championship last fall and decided to rename the team, in order to get a fresh start and new outlook this season.
The team also made a few roster changes, hopefully resulting in more wins and hopefully a championship run this season.
A few of the names from last year are returning. Jason Hunter (10.2 ppg, 4.8 rpg), Brandon Hunter (21.2 ppg, 8.1 rpg), Kerry Hunter (10.7 ppg, 8.2 rpg), Brent Hunter (17.3 ppg, 2 rpg), and Andy Kempf (2.9 ppg, 4.2 rpg). There have been changes however. After losing Ryan Stuver and Mike Petrilli to a switch in sports, Chad Dobson to a Michigan league, and Clintion Weigel to a contract dispute, the now "Mailmen", had to search for replacements.
Pat Cripple, Michael Giardina, and Johno Reminder are the new faces on the roster, all which bring different aspects to a team in need of varying dynamics.
Johno Reminder comes back after a year hiatus from the team. He brings more size and toughness inside and on the glass. Reminder was out of basketball last season while developing his skills overseas and has now found a place on the Mailmen's roster. Familiarity with Reminder's game, and his added size, were a big reason why Coach Jason Hunter decided to bring the big man back. "With Kerry out for about a month after knee surgery, Johno will step in with major minutes early in the season."
Michael Giardina will ultimately take Weigel's place in the lineup this year as a defensive hustler and slasher on the offensive end. "Mike brings a lot of things we like to the table," Coach Hunter said. "He thrives on the defensive side of the ball, playing passing lanes and pressuring the ball handler. We don't have a ton of quickness on that side of the ball and he brings that added dynamic to our roster." Giardina was signed after playing overseas basketball this past season.
Pat Cripple, or Crip, will be another addition with some size and athleticism being added to the team this year. Again with big man Kerry Hunter sidelined for some time after successful knee surgery and newly acquired Johno Reminder already scheduled to be out for the first preseason game, Crip will be thrown into the fire right away. The Mailmen are only listing 6 players on their roster for that first game, and we will get to see how Crip fits into the system on night number one.
The Mailmen will be playing PBR's Finest for their first preseason game. There is not much of a scouting report on Finest due to the fact they are a new team to the BMRL. After a dissapointing end to the season last year, the new-look Mailmen have their championship goal in mind.
Another report will be added later in the week with new player interviews and a look back at last year.
"It's basketball time...!"
The league will begin play, on schedule, this Sunday, November 20th.
As you can recall, the Reignmakers came up short in their goal of a championship last fall and decided to rename the team, in order to get a fresh start and new outlook this season.
The team also made a few roster changes, hopefully resulting in more wins and hopefully a championship run this season.
A few of the names from last year are returning. Jason Hunter (10.2 ppg, 4.8 rpg), Brandon Hunter (21.2 ppg, 8.1 rpg), Kerry Hunter (10.7 ppg, 8.2 rpg), Brent Hunter (17.3 ppg, 2 rpg), and Andy Kempf (2.9 ppg, 4.2 rpg). There have been changes however. After losing Ryan Stuver and Mike Petrilli to a switch in sports, Chad Dobson to a Michigan league, and Clintion Weigel to a contract dispute, the now "Mailmen", had to search for replacements.
Pat Cripple, Michael Giardina, and Johno Reminder are the new faces on the roster, all which bring different aspects to a team in need of varying dynamics.
Johno Reminder comes back after a year hiatus from the team. He brings more size and toughness inside and on the glass. Reminder was out of basketball last season while developing his skills overseas and has now found a place on the Mailmen's roster. Familiarity with Reminder's game, and his added size, were a big reason why Coach Jason Hunter decided to bring the big man back. "With Kerry out for about a month after knee surgery, Johno will step in with major minutes early in the season."
Michael Giardina will ultimately take Weigel's place in the lineup this year as a defensive hustler and slasher on the offensive end. "Mike brings a lot of things we like to the table," Coach Hunter said. "He thrives on the defensive side of the ball, playing passing lanes and pressuring the ball handler. We don't have a ton of quickness on that side of the ball and he brings that added dynamic to our roster." Giardina was signed after playing overseas basketball this past season.
Pat Cripple, or Crip, will be another addition with some size and athleticism being added to the team this year. Again with big man Kerry Hunter sidelined for some time after successful knee surgery and newly acquired Johno Reminder already scheduled to be out for the first preseason game, Crip will be thrown into the fire right away. The Mailmen are only listing 6 players on their roster for that first game, and we will get to see how Crip fits into the system on night number one.
The Mailmen will be playing PBR's Finest for their first preseason game. There is not much of a scouting report on Finest due to the fact they are a new team to the BMRL. After a dissapointing end to the season last year, the new-look Mailmen have their championship goal in mind.
Another report will be added later in the week with new player interviews and a look back at last year.
"It's basketball time...!"
Monday, June 20, 2011
New Name on Cavs Draft Board
My sources from around the world of basketball gave me some inside info on another player the Cavs could be looking at this Thursday when the draft takes place. Here's a look at a potential second-round choice...
From NBAdraft.net...
Player Profile:
Name - Jason Matthew Hunter
Age - 25
Position - G/F
Height - 6'0"
Weight - 170
Hometown - Twinsburg, Ohio
College & Leagues - Notre Dame College (Ohio), Brunswick Men's Rec Basketball League, Twinsburg Rec Basketball League
Ratings
Athleticism - 6
Size - 4
Defense - 6
Strength - 5
Quickness - 5
Leadership - 8
Jump Shot - 7
NBA Ready - 1
Ball Handling - 5
Potential - 6
Passing - 7
Intangibles - 8
Total - 68
2011 Mock - Undrafted Free Agent
Big Board - 8,875
Position Rank (SG) - 2,471
Career Highlights:
Averaged 10.2 points and 4.8 rebounds for the Reignmakers in the 2010-2011 recreation season. Helping the team reach an 11-2 mark during the year. Scored a career high 16 points as a JV highschool player at Twinsburg High School where he played 3 positions (PG, SG, SF). Made 92 of 100 (48/50) free throws as a sophmore during practice. Was he best player on many rec teams before middle school and dunked a women's basketball his sophmore, freshman, or junior year of highschool (he can't recall the year).
Strengths:
Great knowledge of the game. Can easily follow an offensive and defensive gameplan. Good midrange game and three-point range. Can catch fire from deep. Great motor and can get to the basket when he believes in himself. Decent free throw tosser. Ability to make those around him better. Decent floor vision. Doesn't over dribble. Makes less gambles on defense, plays well within the zone format. A "locker room guy".
Weaknesses
Only average one on one defender. Slow first step. Small for his position and will struggle defensively against bigger opponents. Injury concerns on left knee. Can force bad shots and passes. Does not run the fast break with great efficiency. Very limited exposure. Did not play college basketball and may need to transition against elite talent. Streaky shooter who can go frigid at times.
Overall
Hit-or-miss prospect. Can be taught to fit into a system and will ultimately fill the role of a "shooter" on any team. Will need to be coached in several areas, but ultimately wants to learn and improve. Could be solid end of bench guy.
Could potentially be: Jason Kapono, Damon Jones, James Jones
Might end up being: Luke Jackson, Trajan Langdon, Matt Carrol
Keep an eye out for this name late Thursday night.
PS. Dear Dan Gilbert, I will put in my two weeks notice at Dick's Sporting Goods that night if you pull my name. Thanks, Jason Hunter
From NBAdraft.net...
Player Profile:
Name - Jason Matthew Hunter
Age - 25
Position - G/F
Height - 6'0"
Weight - 170
Hometown - Twinsburg, Ohio
College & Leagues - Notre Dame College (Ohio), Brunswick Men's Rec Basketball League, Twinsburg Rec Basketball League
Ratings
Athleticism - 6
Size - 4
Defense - 6
Strength - 5
Quickness - 5
Leadership - 8
Jump Shot - 7
NBA Ready - 1
Ball Handling - 5
Potential - 6
Passing - 7
Intangibles - 8
Total - 68
2011 Mock - Undrafted Free Agent
Big Board - 8,875
Position Rank (SG) - 2,471
Career Highlights:
Averaged 10.2 points and 4.8 rebounds for the Reignmakers in the 2010-2011 recreation season. Helping the team reach an 11-2 mark during the year. Scored a career high 16 points as a JV highschool player at Twinsburg High School where he played 3 positions (PG, SG, SF). Made 92 of 100 (48/50) free throws as a sophmore during practice. Was he best player on many rec teams before middle school and dunked a women's basketball his sophmore, freshman, or junior year of highschool (he can't recall the year).
Strengths:
Great knowledge of the game. Can easily follow an offensive and defensive gameplan. Good midrange game and three-point range. Can catch fire from deep. Great motor and can get to the basket when he believes in himself. Decent free throw tosser. Ability to make those around him better. Decent floor vision. Doesn't over dribble. Makes less gambles on defense, plays well within the zone format. A "locker room guy".
Weaknesses
Only average one on one defender. Slow first step. Small for his position and will struggle defensively against bigger opponents. Injury concerns on left knee. Can force bad shots and passes. Does not run the fast break with great efficiency. Very limited exposure. Did not play college basketball and may need to transition against elite talent. Streaky shooter who can go frigid at times.
Overall
Hit-or-miss prospect. Can be taught to fit into a system and will ultimately fill the role of a "shooter" on any team. Will need to be coached in several areas, but ultimately wants to learn and improve. Could be solid end of bench guy.
Could potentially be: Jason Kapono, Damon Jones, James Jones
Might end up being: Luke Jackson, Trajan Langdon, Matt Carrol
Keep an eye out for this name late Thursday night.
PS. Dear Dan Gilbert, I will put in my two weeks notice at Dick's Sporting Goods that night if you pull my name. Thanks, Jason Hunter
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