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Sunday, April 5, 2020

Skill over School ?


                                   


                                     Luka Doncic,Giannis Antetokounmpo, and LaMelo Ball are just
A few names of those  found success without the exploitation of the NCAA and College Basketball. James Wiseman is the only name you need to hear for it to be evident that change is DESPERATELY required. To reflect on the dark episode potential #1 draft pick  James Wiseman was punished with a 12-game suspension by the NCAA, As his family accepted $11,500 in moving expenses from Memphis coach Penny Hardaway in 2017. Although Hardaway did not become the head coach until 2018, and he also donated $1 Million to Memphis University in 2008 but was still labeled a “Booster”. Wiseman was notified that to regain his eligibility he would have to pay back the money given to him. It is important to note that the NCAA does NOT allow its athletes to make any type of income during the season. Wiseman was not even allowed to access a GoFundme page set up by ESPNs Jay Williams. Regaining eligibility became an impossible task as the stress and anxiety ate away at his mental well-being. James Wiseman came to Memphis the undisputed #1 pick in the 2020 NBA Draft but he left the University of Memphis a controversial top 10 pick. The NCAA displayed how inconsiderate  and ill-mannered they truly are. CHANGE IS COMING!

                                      Although you may be thinking to yourself “Hey, I love college basketball…March Madness is my favorite time of year”. That point is valid, in fact some of your favorite players have played college ball and the rich history of legendary players that played in the NCAA Tournament is enticing. Some rookies of the 2019 draft such as Zion Williamson and Ja Morant reaped the benefits of what comes along with the NCAA. Zion was a for sure top 3 pick at the beginning of last year prior to his debut at duke. He then quickly rose to the number #1 pick as his combination of size, speed, and agility went unmatched. Ja Morant went under the radar for most of the year at Murray State, but his spectacular skill set led the way to the NCAA tournament. This tournament is where he displayed the art of basketball on a larger canvas for the world to see, which locked him in for the number #2 pick. The NCAA system works…but it is intensely morally corrupt and the area for improvement is tremendous.

                                      With the diverse options we have available and even more emerging in 2020, the exploitation of College Basketball is easily avoidable. NBA G-League, Euroleague, NBL(Australia League) are just a couple to name. Not only do young oversea prospects make significant more money than college athletes, but they also face tougher competition. Could oversea basketball be better for player development? Luka Doncic is a HUGE supporting factor as he played with Real Madrid for 4 years before entering the NBA Draft. During those years Luka had time to refine his skillset against grown men. Doncic development of his patent smooth step-back jumper could be attributed to constantly shooting over large defenders. Luka Doncic came into his 2nd season and took his already established game to another level, as he was an early MVP candidate and became a 1st time All-Star. LaMelo Ball started his overseas adventure at 16 as his father Lavar Ball pulled him from high school. Unknowingly a blessing in disguise, Melo started his journey in Lithuania and ended in Australia’s NBL. In his short stay with the Illwarra Hawks LaMelo Ball left a significant impact on the League as he won Rookie of the Year averaging 17ppg 7.6rpg 6.8apg and became the youngest rookie to get a triple-double. He even purchased the illwarra Hawks after departing early due to a foot injury. Imagine playing for an organization and buying that same team within a year. The creativity and shiftiness that LaMelo brings to the game is unique for a prospect of his age. Since 16 years old LaMelo has always played against grown men and found himself assembling a variety of different ways to score the ball. Melo had the option to enter College but decided to development his skills to a level that would send Micheal Jordan back to the gym.

                                      Recently California has signed a law allowing college students to profit from endorsements. Cali has laid the red carpet for the rest of America to follow through. These kids deserve to get a bag just as much as YOU! They don’t all make it to the NBA!

Friday, December 6, 2019

12/5/19- Suns vs Pelicans "WET LIKE IM BOOK" Devin Booker drops 44 points 9asts 8rbs 5TOs 2stls 13/24 FGs 5/11 3PT to put away the Pelicans



Frank Kaminsky- 20pts 6rbs 1asts 7/15FGs 2/3 3PT
Ricky Rubio- 13pts 6rbs 15asts 3TOs 4stls

Lonzo Ball-20pts 6rbs 11asts 7TOs 3stls 2blks 7/11 FGs 4/5 3PT
Brandon Ingram-21pts 6rbs 4asts 6TOs 6/10 FGs 2/3 3PT

12/5/19 - Sixers vs Wizards ROOKIE SENSATION Rui Hachimura lead the way pass the 76ers with 27pts 7rbs 0asts 2stls 11/18 FGs 1/3 3PT



Bradley Beal-26pts 10rbs 4asts 5TOs 7/24 FGs

Joel Embiid- 26pts 21rbs 1asts 8TOs 7/12 FGs
Ben Simmons- 17pts 5rbs 10asts 7TOs 8/10 FGs

12/5/19 - Rockets vs Raptors (Spoiler) James Harden was held to 23 pts 7/11 FGs 7rbs 3asts 5stls as the Rockets make 22! 3 pointers to take DOWN the Raptors.




Russell Westbrook- 19pts, 13rbs, 11asts 8TOs 7/27 FGs 0/6 3PT
Ben McLemore- 28pts, 9/18 FGs 3/5 3PT

Pascal Siakam- 24pts 9rbs 3asts 9/22 FGs