Links to the Present: March 19, 2012
2012-03-19
“Facing Thompson, Atlanta’s Zaza Pachulia, a true center was held to a 3-for-11 evening from the floor on Sunday, but amassed 12 rebounds and a blocked shot. The most recent fourth-overall pick is undeniably raw and could certainly stand to add a few pounds to his frame, but he has worked harder and longer than any member of the Wine and Gold over the last few weeks. On his 21st birthday late last week, Thompson was the last player to leave the shootaround floor, having clocked additional minutes to work on his offensive postgame. Later that evening, he and fellow rookie Kyrie Irving were the first to take the floor to get in even more practice time.” [Scott Sargent]
“F Alonzo Gee will be a free agent this summer. He has made a major impact on the Cavs this year, so much so that general manager Chris Grant is now mentioning him as one of their core players. ‘I would love to come back, especially with Kyrie (Irving) and Tristan (Thompson),’ he said. ‘Hopefully, everything works out.'” [Sam Amico]
I’m glad to see that TT is a reader of the blog, and that I can provide the motivation needed to turn out a monster performance.
Tristan Thompson: “Challenge Accepted”
How bout that 27 & 12 tonight from Tigger in NJ?! Also, I think we should sign Gee. I think he could grow very well with Kyri3 & TT.
“My expectations have always been relatively controlled, something like “great third big man on a contender”, but it would be outstanding if TT could roll out a double-double here soon. Ya know, make me remember that he’s capable of contributing.”
Done.
Can we get a resign Hickson chant going? No? Ok, fine.
But seriously, Hickson just got bought out by the Kings. John’s Tweet put it best: “Luke Jackson, Shannon Brown, J.J. Hickson, Christian Eyenga. That’s every CLE 1st-round pick between LeBron and Kyrie.”