Withey to Nola

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Originally Posted by Emilio

Is he NBA ready?

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He's as ready as any Senior that comes into the league.

I think he and Pierre Jackson were two of the most NBA ready guys in the draft. At worst, they provide really solid depth that can step in when injuries occur.

At best?

Summer League Championship baby!!

DaThrone must be very happy with that signing!

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This great to hear all these great things about him. And Demps may not be finished.

How much cap do we have after the smoke settles ?

Withey is a great pick-up! He's a guy that can come up the bench and give up 10 mins of defense. Which is really all we need! Demps is the man!

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Originally Posted by NMThreeMVP

Seriously... This guy is going to go AT Davis and push him every practice... That alone is worth it. He'll help make AD better.

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Great point

If this is true Dell Demps is by far putting himself in the top 10, if not, top 5 GMs in the league right now. He literally wins almost every trade he participates in.

Not sure I really like Whitey.. Kind of think he's soft after watching him in college. That said, he definitely will push AD.

If he could develop a jump shot anywhere on the floor though... Oh dear Pelicans will be rolling.

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Originally Posted by MichaelMcNamara

I think he and Pierre Jackson were two of the most NBA ready guys in the draft. At worst, they provide really solid depth that can step in when injuries occur.

At best?

Summer League Championship baby!!

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Get our banner people ready. When do games start and will they all be televised?

He just needs to be a big body. He'll gain strength. It's a different world when you're all basketball 24/7 as opposed to college where NCAA has rules about how long you can practice and what not. In addition still gotta go to classes and all that rigamarole.

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Originally Posted by AutoLob

Not sure I really like Whitey.. Kind of think he's soft after watching him in college. That said, he definitely will push AD.

If he could develop a jump shot anywhere on the floor though... Oh dear Pelicans will be rolling.

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So you're not impressed with his block shot numbers...

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Originally Posted by AutoLob

Not sure I really like Whitey.. Kind of think he's soft after watching him in college. That said, he definitely will push AD.

If he could develop a jump shot anywhere on the floor though... Oh dear Pelicans will be rolling.

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Why? He just needs to gain mass, rebound, and block shots. I would not expect him to do this. But I agree, if he did...Lets not get our hopes up;)

Took 14 jump shots last year. That part of his game would be greatly beneficial to work on. Also finishing with his left hand. But the good thing is his weaknesses are things that can be worked on. His defense and shot blocking is going to be huge for us.

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Originally Posted by TrayWithAnA

Get our banner people ready. When do games start and will they all be televised?

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http://i.cdn.turner.com/nba/nba/.ele...e_schedule.jpg

And all on NBATV

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Originally Posted by LoCo89

http://i.cdn.turner.com/nba/nba/.ele...e_schedule.jpg

And all on NBATV

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I'll be on my honeymoon for the Finals!!! Better have Internet.

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Originally Posted by TrayWithAnA

I'll be on my honeymoon for the Finals!!! Better have Internet.

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You might want to rethink watching an NBA Summer League game on your computer on your hobeymoon. Unless your wife is one to pull up a chair next to you and pass you a beer, that kind of stuff ain't gonna fly :D

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Originally Posted by Spec3333

You might want to rethink watching an NBA Summer League game on your computer on your hobeymoon. Unless your wife is one to pull up a chair next to you and pass you a beer, that kind of stuff ain't gonna fly :D

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Quarterfinals is wedding night. So inconvenient, NBA

Uhh summer league sucks guys.

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Originally Posted by TrayWithAnA

Quarterfinals is wedding night. So inconvenient, NBA

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#S(ummer)LOE??

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Originally Posted by LoCo89

#S(ummer)LOE??

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Haha

Holy crap! We got Withey! Monty is going to turn this dude into a defensive powerhouse! Davis and Withey is going to be one terrifying tandem. Maybe even scarier than Davis and Noel! All we need is our 3 who can shoot and drive and we are looking good fellas!

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Originally Posted by LoCo89

http://i.cdn.turner.com/nba/nba/.ele...e_schedule.jpg

And all on NBATV

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I'm having surgery Monday, so I'll be home recuperating through the 22nd. :D I'll be able to watch all of the games for a change.

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Originally Posted by BallSoHard

Uhh summer league sucks guys.

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Yeah, but at least we get to see Rivers. That'll be nice.

im amazed

where's that shopped gif of Benson and Loomis flipping out money? it fits here... also the 3rd person in that clip should be Dell


oh what we can do when we have an owner and management that's all gung-ho and ready to do what it takes to get Ws... you know... 1 who understands that Ws mean butts in seats which means more $$$$$ in their pockets

We now now have a few interesting young'uns to watch in the summer league again! Looking forward to it all.

this is huge...


Jeff Withey has developed remarkably the past two seasons, from being a total non-factor his first three years in college to arguably the best overall defender in the NCAA.

Standing close to 7-feet, with an excellent 7-3 wingspan and very good athletic ability, Withey has excellent physical tools for his position, which happens to be the most difficult to fill in the NBA. A former volleyball player, he's a mobile big man who is quick off his feet and can elevate impressively around the rim, and shows tremendous coordination on the defensive end.

Withey's biggest shortcoming from a physical standpoint lies in his average frame, as he still needs to continue to add strength, especially to his lower body. It's unclear how much room he has left for physical development considering his age (23) and the fact that he comes from a college program known for doing good work in the strength and conditioning department.

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Will be in good shape for the season even if no other pieces are added.

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Originally Posted by smittywerb

Holy crap! We got Withey! Monty is going to turn this dude into a defensive powerhouse! Davis and Withey is going to be one terrifying tandem. Maybe even scarier than Davis and Noel! All we need is our 3 who can shoot and drive and we are looking good fellas!

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I don't even think we need a 3 that can drive to the basket too. It'd be nice, but that's what everyone wants; hence they'll be coveted. How about alan Anderson from the raptors?

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Originally Posted by fullcourtpress

I don't even think we need a 3 that can drive to the basket too. It'd be nice, but that's what everyone wants; hence they'll be coveted. How about alan Anderson from the raptors?

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Any body but Anderson he is not efficient enough

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Originally Posted by fullcourtpress

I don't even think we need a 3 that can drive to the basket too. It'd be nice, but that's what everyone wants; hence they'll be coveted. How about alan Anderson from the raptors?

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I think we could find a "market" guy if you know what I mean. A dude who isn't as coveted but can still contribute (ex. Wright).

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Originally Posted by smittywerb

I think we could find a "market" guy if you know what I mean. A dude who isn't as coveted but can still contribute (ex. Wright).

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Don't we always? Ayon, Lopez, Gray. This list of guys Demps has bought and flipped for profit is amazing. I see him grabbing one or two more of them to fill out this roster. Just throw a dart at an list of under performer, and you have your next Pelican.

I think Withey will turn out to be what people hoped/thought cole aldrich would be.