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[Mason Khamvilay]

For what it's worth, Morey did say Lin's the fastest player ever recorded in a Rockets uniform (ever since they Rockets got the SU cameras which cost $100,000 froms STATS LLC). This article correlates with what he said. 

[Rahat Huq]

I definitely buy this.  Quickness is his major attribute.  

[thenit]

Yea its sounds about right based on what Morey had stated before. Also if you are white or asian, they tend to descibe those players as deceptively quick, which I hate. You are either quick or not.

 

If he learn how to push off to his left with the same power and finish at the rim with his left, then I believe he will be a much improved guard.

[timetodienow1234567]

I truly believe Lin will average 40% from 3 this year. He improved so much last year and he will be WIDE open. His drives to the basket will be decreased due to a decreased role which will help his injury problems. With the installation of a team defense and a full preseason of team practices his defense issues will be solved. His turnovers will decrease to about 1.5-2.0 a game with the lesser role.

[Steven]

I definitely buy this. Quickness is his major attribute.

Except when you can only dribble with one hand. Then a player can shade onto your good hand, make you dribble with the bad hand and steal the ball from you.
Jeremy Lin = Tim Tebow.

[timetodienow1234567]

Both are Chtistains so they are the same? After that I don't see the similarities.

Edited by timetodienow1234567, 26 July 2013 - 06:39 PM.

[thejohnnygold]

Guys, I appreciate the humor, but let's try to keep this more about basketball.  I'm sure it has not gone unnoticed that traffic has increased around here lately and we all must lead by example.  Further, race and religion aren't typically relevant in a basketball discussion.  The only relevant thing I can think of is when Hakeem was fasting during Ramadan and it's relation to his energy/performance.

 

Personally, I can't wait for the season to start.  I'm dying to find out if Lin will have improved or not.

[Rockets fan newton]

trust me I'm not confused about how I feel about Lin. just confused by what others think they see in him

We saw the sec half of last season..we're he average 16-7

[Rahat Huq]

Except when you can only dribble with one hand. Then a player can shade onto your good hand, make you dribble with the bad hand and steal the ball from you.
Jeremy Lin = Tim Tebow.

Agree with this too. 

[timetodienow1234567]

Agree with this too.

Do you agree with his analysis of Lin's basketball skills or his comparison?

[Losthief]

he was also recovery from knee surgery which takes about a  year to fully get your athleticism back they say...and well...all lin's got is athleticism, so while not very skilled as of now, he was also not at his peak physically either last year. But again, my hopes personally for lin revolve more around learning to shoot spot up 3's and play really good defense (god we need someone too on the permiter and I don't think harden can waste that much energy). I think think he's capable of those two things, i could care less how much he scores or passes if he can learn that. Now if we can get a better guy im all for that at either the 1 or the 4 spot, but if lin helped bring howard here like they say, then he was worth that 20 mil and then some.

[Buckko]

I still never understood why people crucify him over fixable mistakes which he has been improving on.

[Buckko]

he was also recovery from knee surgery which takes about a  year to fully get your athleticism back they say...and well...all lin's got is athleticism, so while not very skilled as of now, he was also not at his peak physically either last year. But again, my hopes personally for lin revolve more around learning to shoot spot up 3's and play really good defense (god we need someone too on the permiter and I don't think harden can waste that much energy). I think think he's capable of those two things, i could care less how much he scores or passes if he can learn that. Now if we can get a better guy im all for that at either the 1 or the 4 spot, but if lin helped bring howard here like they say, then he was worth that 20 mil and then some.

Lin would never be a premier perimeter defender, that role will fall to Parsons.

[Steven]

Both are Chtistains so they are the same? After that I don't see the similarities.

Both are hugely flawed at the position they play. Both have been hugely hyped by a biased media (media creations). Both excelled in a brief period, until other teams figured them out. Both have a fan base that won't take any criticism (that is not to anyone here) without personal attacks back.

Edited by Steven, 26 July 2013 - 10:09 PM.

[Steven]

Guys, I appreciate the humor, but let's try to keep this more about basketball. I'm sure it has not gone unnoticed that traffic has increased around here lately and we all must lead by example. Further, race and religion aren't typically relevant in a basketball discussion. The only relevant thing I can think of is when Hakeem was fasting during Ramadan and it's relation to his energy/performance.

Personally, I can't wait for the season to start. I'm dying to find out if Lin will have improved or not.

My comparison wasn't meant to take a religious route. That only leads to fights.

[CC.]

Whoever says Lin isn't fit for this team I'd like to hear from them who would be their choice, because I can't find anyone else that can bring a significant bigger upgrade than him. You want more points from a PG averaging 13.4ppg? We have Harden, Howard, and Parsons as offensive options that will get turns with the ball before Lin. You want more assists than a 6.1 apg guy? Well there's Harden the combo guard to complement, plus when have you known Lin as a selfish guy that won't work harder to improve. And third, why give up a solid pg who knows PnR and this team? It's only been a year...man. And it's not like if Lin is an issue on defense! I heard suggestions and rumors from other fans saying they wanted Rondo..but for what reason!? I believe as long as Harden is on the floor whoever is at point will be getting less touches, which makes Rondo's 10 plus assists almost irrelevant. And Rondo has a career 25% from 3, c'monnnnnn. If Lin leaves we better get a bargain solid PnR guard, because otherwise some of you guys are expecting a little toooo much for being unhappy with him

[hizzobbes]

The usual reasons are "I hate him he sucks" and "He was terrible in the playoffs". As to which point guard they'll want? "Anyone" or someone who not realistically available/attainable. 

 

I don't think it's possible to get an actual discussion going about Lin... It's always a debate that goes to extremes. 

[TheHolyBeardedOne]

Morey, Harden, and Dwight all want Lin as their point guard. He is a guy that they feel can settle into a true point guard position, limit his turnovers and really give good looks for everyone else. They want him. Contract or no contract I feel Jeremy Lin playing at his top level can lift the Rockets even higher than the projections already. 

[thejohnnygold]

My comparison wasn't meant to take a religious route. That only leads to fights.

No worries--there was also a race reference earlier and I figured I'd just nip it in the bud because you're right--it usually ends that way.

[Rahat Huq]

Do you agree with his analysis of Lin's basketball skills or his comparison?

Skills - no left hand.