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RT5 - Question 3 - Impressive Players
DIR By: Tim Wray
Date: August 15, 2016, 10:37 pm
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Outside of Matthew Dellavedova, which players have impressed you
the most during tournament so far? Do any non-NBA International
players catch your eye as potential Milwaukee Bucks targets for
next season's 14th or 15th roster spot?
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Re: RT5 - Question 3 - Impressive Players
DIR By: adamcoffman
Date: August 16, 2016, 1:41 pm
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Surprisingly enough, some of the players that have impressed me
the most this Olympics were those we have not yet seen on an NBA
roster. Serbia's Milos Teodosic may be the star of the
tournament thus far, almost willing his country to victory
against the US and delivering one of the best passes I've ever
seen. His contract with CSKA Moscow extends through next year,
so there is a chance we could see the 29 year old on an NBA
roster sooner rather than later.
Dario Saric of Croatia, who will be joining the 76ers next year,
has looked impressive as well and has the diverse and unique
skillset for a power (point) forward that may remind many of his
future teammate Ben Simmons.
As far as players whom the Bucks could target, French point
guard Nando de Colo certainly looks like he has the tools
necessary to make a return to the NBA. Whether the cap situation
would work out for the Bucks or not remains to be seen, but he
put up 18 points against the US and was named MVP of the
Euroleague last year. Ryan Broekhoff of Australia could also be
an intriguing option to fill the backup small forward spot; he
played summer league two years ago with the Denver Nuggets and
his shooting stroke would be a boon to the Bucks bench.
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Re: RT5 - Question 3 - Impressive Players
DIR By: JordanTreske
Date: August 16, 2016, 3:02 pm
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Well, I certainly have to mention former Bucks Miroslav
Raduljica (never change, Miroslav) and Andrew Bogut as players
who I've been impressed with so far in the Olympics. Bogut,
specifically, I might be impressed with the most, considering
that he's still getting back to full health after suffering a
nasty knee injury in the NBA Finals just a couple of months ago.
As far as non-NBA players go, I'm right with there with Adam as
both Milos Teodosic and Nando De Colo have really caught my eye
throughout the tournament so far. With that said, it's pretty
much out of the question that either one could be heading
towards the Bucks' way this upcoming season considering both are
under contract with their club, CSKA Moscow and if that were to
change soon, the Bucks would have to make a worthwhile pitch to
convince either one to join the team in the future.
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Re: RT5 - Question 3 - Impressive Players
DIR By: adammcgee
Date: August 16, 2016, 5:39 pm
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Yeah I'd love De Colo to come to Milwaukee, as it seems the
Bucks would have when they were reported to be interested in
signing him earlier in the summer. Playing for the most
successful team in Europe at present, being paid very well and
having just signed a new contract over considering multiple NBA
offers, unfortunately it seems safe to say that ship has sailed.
Teodosic is a wizard. I'm not sure anyone could watch him play
without instantly falling in love.
I'm going to go with someone here who certainly isn't one of the
best players in the tournament, but is easily my favorite.
Credit where it's due, I didn't see the attraction immediately
but after Australia's very first game Jordan messaged me to say
that David Andersen was my kind of player. As the tournament has
continued I've fallen head over heels for the veteran Boomer big
man. Nice shooting touch, a feisty inside presence and a
villainous beard. Is there a logical need for him on Milwaukee's
roster? No, but I need more David Andersen in my life.
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Re: RT5 - Question 3 - Impressive Players
DIR By: Tim Wray
Date: August 17, 2016, 4:23 am
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Due to a combination of the timezone, Australia's broadcasting
schedule and generally being interested in watching other
Olympic events, I probably haven't seen as much basketball as I
would have liked, especially from Group B, but I've been
particularly impressed with Andrew Bogut. In the lead up to Rio,
there were serious doubts over his fitness after he injured his
knee in game 5 of the NBA Finals. I seriously doubt Bogut has
been playing at 100% either, but he's just been exceptional for
the Boomers, especially with his passing game playing such a
major role in the Australian offense. Add Patty Mills to that
too, his scoring punch always takes a step up and is extremely
dependable when he's playing for the national team.
Other than the Australians, from my fairly limited viewing,
Milos Teodosic is always super-fun to watch and the Nugget's
Nikola Jokic had a huge game against Team USA, dominating the
paint down the stretch in the fourth quarter after Miroslav
Raduljica got himself fouled out. As mentioned, I haven't
watched Croatia, but Dario Saric was incredible in the
qualifying tournament against Giannis and Greece, he could be
something really special for the Sixers in years to come.
As for potential Bucks, as has been raised, Nando De Colo would
be a nice piece to add, but probably unrealistic at this point.
As AC mentioned, Australia's Ryan Broekhoff would be one guy I
wouldn't mind the Bucks looking at to provide some small forward
depth. If he keeps shooting 47% from deep in EuroLeague, it's
only a matter of time until he gets his NBA chance.
The ever-dependable David Andersen, just doesn't miss shots.
Huge signing for Melbourne United in the Australian NBL.
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