The lowdown on Jordan Hill

[garyd]

As I said earlier today if they didnt move from 8 the Kincks would get either Curry or Hill. Both fit a need and both work in the D'Antoni system.

Jordan Hill would likely be compared by those not famialir with him to Channing Frye and that would be wrong. They were two different styles of play. Arizona was pretty much a run and gun team during Channings time and Fry was the #3 or #4 choice to score. Arizona played more D in recent years (under 2 head coaches other than Lute Olson). Jordan Hill was the #1 scorer and rebounder and blocker. He also played good defense.

The good- he is anm athletic runing big man that can fit the D'Antoni sysytem. He can replace a lot of the rebounds of Lee (almost sure to be moved) and defends better with his 6-11 size and over 7 foot wingspan which makes him a good help blocker (about 2 a game). He can play either the PF or C positions and has some quick post moves. He has a reasonable mid range game but should improve as he is fairly new to Basketball ( 5-6 years experience). What you saw in the highlights is a composite of what his game is now. but his numbers have improved each of his 3 years at UA,

The areas to improve. Hes not a bad FT for a big man at 67% but he needs to be closer to 75%. He needs to build up muscle , although he dominated the post in college , but he has the frame to add 20-30 pounds without slowing down his game. His passing was talked about in the highlights but it was close to 2 assists per game.

Bottom line: Big man with a versatile game that has shown he can run and he can improve. At #29 I expect the knicks to get a PG.

Gary

[jbaer10314]

<< As I said earlier today if they didnt move from 8 the Kincks would get either Curry or Hill. Both fit a need and both work in the D'Antoni system.

Jordan Hill would likely be compared by those not famialir with him to Channing Frye and that would be wrong. They were two different styles of play. Arizona was pretty much a run and gun team during Channings time and Fry was the #3 or #4 choice to score. Arizona played more D in recent years (under 2 head coaches other than Lute Olson). Jordan Hill was the #1 scorer and rebounder and blocker. He also played good defense.

The good- he is anm athletic runing big man that can fit the D'Antoni sysytem. He can replace a lot of the rebounds of Lee (almost sure to be moved) and defends better with his 6-11 size and over 7 foot wingspan which makes him a good help blocker (about 2 a game). He can play either the PF or C positions and has some quick post moves. He has a reasonable mid range game but should improve as he is fairly new to Basketball ( 5-6 years experience). What you saw in the highlights is a composite of what his game is now. but his numbers have improved each of his 3 years at UA,

The areas to improve. Hes not a bad FT for a big man at 67% but he needs to be closer to 75%. He needs to build up muscle , although he dominated the post in college , but he has the frame to add 20-30 pounds without slowing down his game. His passing was talked about in the highlights but it was close to 2 assists per game.

Bottom line: Big man with a versatile game that has shown he can run and he can improve. >>

A draft pick who already has tons of trade value. Terrific job, Donnie.

[irish2u2]

The big thing about Jordan Hill is size and athleticism. He is a legit 6'10 plus and he can run and jump. He's got a good head on his shoulders and he's a hard working, team oriented kid.

The problem with Channing Frye was confidence. Hill doesn't have that issue and he is very aggressive at both ends of the court. He's not just a good choice but a smart pick. Coupled with the trade for Darko Milicic we have a new frontcourt.

[kgooglog]

And, not only do we have a new front-court, we shall soon have Ricky Rubio, IMHO. Bill and Gary, esteemed collegues and friends, Minny picked two PGs back to back. I think they needed "insurance" for what will soon be a war between Ricky and the hapless Pups. In steps Donnie Walsh, who will dangle Hill and Nate for the aforementioned Ruby, and we scored our PG for the next 15 years...

No team, IMO, picks two players on consecutive picks who play the same position. Why else would the Wolves select Jonny "I need an "H"" Flynn right after Rubio? They could have stolen Jordan Hill from us, but didn't. Why? Because they want Nate Robinson plus Hill, and probably want to unload a contract on us for Mobley's deal.

I must go to HoopsHype and check out Grandpa Cardinal's deal, for I have an eerie feeling that he is the one we may have to take back in order to obtain the Ruby.

[irish2u2]

I feel pretty sure that any deal for Rubio, if there is one, will have to include Jordan Hill. I hope not but it seems likely.