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Avery and Steamer solved one problem in the 2nd half



In the second half of the Nets game -especially the last 6mins - (wherein the Nets were slaughtered after a more then decent first half), was the reason for the Nets being unable to penetrate to the basket Avery or was it the Steamer? All I saw (and I probably missed at least one penetration) was a series of jump shots taken by the Nets. Most at or further out then the foul line. I'm sure some of it was the attitude of many players "it's my ball, I got the ball and I'm gonna shoot it" but Avery certainly was all over the opposing PG, keeping him from initiating any good offense and killing the clock. But how much of it was the Steamer? "Hey, he can't block me if I don't try to penetrate and just take long jump shots".

Moral: If you didn't watch the game, don't pay any attention to the box score and folks saying "he only got one block last night". They didn't go NEAR him.


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what i like about greg, his mere presence in the paint and how fast his response on oncoming opposing player to block or alter their shots. so far he has the best defensive rating on this team. great job for 12 minutes. ;D

by elvyn on Jan 5, 2012 2:21 PM EST reply actions  

The Steamer...

definitely has my attention. I not only see a very good shot blocker and a shooter with a soft touch, but a guy that brings energy on the floor. A little more work on his post up defense and you will have a complete defender. I just hope that Danny does not trade him like he traded Luke Harangody last year. I really thought he was progressing fast and a good fit in this system.

Bradley was outstanding on D once again and showed more on the O then in recent games. I think Doc lit a fire under his butt saying Moore was out in front of him now. I hope for his sake that he keeps improving because I’d love to see someone play the shut down defender off the bench, especially at the guard position.

by bonzo22 on Jan 5, 2012 4:06 PM EST reply actions  

Greg no doubt adds...

a huge dimension and intimidation factor in the paint on defense for the C’s indeed, which is great to see.

He is a big kid with length at 6"11’ and size at 260 lbs , that along with his great vertical leaping ability, very long wing span and great shot blocking and altering capabilities creates a huge road block and detour in the paint for not just bigs who try to score against the C’s, but wing players also who try to penetrate in the paint on offense.

I think considering the C’s lost Perk and Shaq and entered the season with just J.O. and no other real strong defensive minded center and also since the C’s had a real need to acquire another legit center on the roster both for the short term this year and long term as they seek to rebuild, I think its like a dream come true that Ainge found and signed such a promising player like Greg.

by fordescort on Jan 5, 2012 5:51 PM EST reply actions  

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