http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nba/1533/omer-asikQuote:
Omer Asik - C - Pelicans
James Harden spoke highly of Omer Asik in a recent interview, specifically citing his defense.
"He brings a defensive effort. He’s going to do everything right on defense," said Harden. "He’s going to be a leader out there. All he wants to do is win. When you get a guy like that on your team, that’s always great. The Pelicans got a tremendous player in Omer." Omer should have a nice season as the starting center in New Orleans. He won't give you very much scoring, but he's a rebounding dynamo and should provide decent late-round value.
Source: NBA.com
Aug 1 - 2:34 PM
Harden Speaks On Asik's Defense
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08-01-2014, 02:20 PMAll MetroHarden Speaks On Asik's Defense
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08-01-2014, 02:42 PMRaisingTheBar
I'm loving all of these Asik threads.
EDIT: Don't want to think I'm being sarcastic. I'm loving all of these quotes and articles we are seeing about how much Asik is underrated or how much he will help us. -
08-01-2014, 02:48 PMHornetGuru
When Harden speaks well about someone, you know it's gotta be true.
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08-01-2014, 03:02 PMJabberwalker
Hitler speaks on love and acceptance.
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08-01-2014, 03:10 PMCaffeinedisastrLove this.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jabberwalker
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08-01-2014, 04:49 PMNemesisKING
Yeah, when you want to know if a guy is truly good on defense, you have to go to the expert.
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08-01-2014, 04:53 PMMr. West
Cool and kinda odd that he'd call all his teammates roleplayers (aside from Dwight) and then compliment a traded player.
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08-01-2014, 04:53 PMda ThRONeWell considering Harden only 'looks' on defense he had plenty of chances to observe all the hard work Asik puts in on that side of the ball.Quote:
Originally Posted by NemesisKING
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08-01-2014, 05:09 PMCoughkaIf anything it's damage control more than genuine.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mr. West
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08-01-2014, 05:40 PMAll MetrohahhahQuote:
Originally Posted by Jabberwalker
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08-01-2014, 05:48 PMScoutWithoutClout
did you know hitler was Time magazine man of the year?
did you know the nazi party was funded by Prescott bush (george bush's father) via union banking?
did you know germany was attacked not for killing jews but for creating its own currency? -
08-01-2014, 06:10 PMJabberwalker
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08-01-2014, 06:13 PMda ThRONe"Only the victory gets to say how history is written."Quote:
Originally Posted by ScoutWithoutClout
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08-01-2014, 06:49 PMScoutWithoutClout
tru dat
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08-01-2014, 07:44 PMAsteptooslow
:D
Yep, a Harden endorsement on defense...while nice, might not carry a lot of weight.Quote:
Originally Posted by da ThRONe
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08-02-2014, 04:10 AMPerth_Hornet
I despise Harden and everything he stands for
Even talking up one of our players -
08-02-2014, 02:33 PMTaker597
That defensive juggernaut James Harden lol
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08-02-2014, 03:11 PMOmerAsikFan
Hi Everyone!
Here is the latest Omer Asik interview to the Turkish media.
/Being new to the board, I thought it would be a good idea not to jumpstart with a new thread, so I'm posting it here/
Q: Before coming to New Orleans Pelicans, you played for Chicago Bulls and Houston Rockets. Regarding your career, which team contributed more?
Omer: When I started playing for Chicago, I was coming off the bench. I was getting 10-15 minutes and was trying my best. But regarding my career, being in starting five in my first year in Houston was very beneficial for my career. Because of more minutes, I got a chance to develop and to play better. But last year, with the arrival of Dwight, my minutes diminished. At the end of the season I thought it would be better for my career to play for a team where I can get more minutes.
Q: How much of an impact had Howard’s arrival on your decision to leave Houston?
Omer: It was the biggest factor. All in all, in my opinion, at the moment Dwight Howard is the best center in the world. Naturally, it's not easy to play the same position. There were periods when we played together, but nowadays in basketball it’s very difficult for two bigs to play together. Naturally, in this situation the team (Houston) did what was best for them and made this trade.
Q: What is your goal for the New Orleans Pelicans?
Omer: Last year they had so many injuries. Majority of the players missed much of the season. Hopefully, this year everyone will be healthy. I think they have a good roster. If there is a good start and everyone is healthy I think we will have a nice season.
http://www.ahaber.com.tr/Spor/2014/0...nedenim-howard -
08-02-2014, 06:15 PMMythrol
I know you provided a link but, I'd be interested in knowing if anyone (outside of possibly you) on this forum could even read the original text. Lol.
Suffice to say we believe you when it comes to Asik. I'm sure you have said it elsewhere but, what are your expectations for Asik this season? -
08-02-2014, 06:32 PMKurgan
Reading is not really a problem.
Understanding, on the other hand...
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08-02-2014, 09:31 PMUNO Gracias
Has anyone been to the Cheescake Factory?
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08-03-2014, 01:16 AMPolishFanGermany was attacked?? WTF???Quote:
Originally Posted by ScoutWithoutClout
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08-03-2014, 01:41 AMOmerAsikFanMy expectation is that Omer Asik will give Pelicans 8-10 points & 9-10 rebounds. But as already been talked about by the experts, there are many other things he brings.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mythrol
On defense, I expect opposing FG% around the rim drop off significantly vs. 2013-2014. Paired with another decent defender (e.g. Taj Gibson) Omer makes defense almost impenetrable. With Anthony Davis, opposing FG% around the rim will be 30-33%.
I expect that Anthony Davis BLKPG will be more than 3 as he will swat tons of shot attempts from the weak side. No doubt, they will turn opponents into jump shooting teams. (While Omer was in Chicago, this was the case even with Lebron-led Miami Heat).
If perimeter players play some defense, New Orleans Pelicans will be top 10 defensive team in the league, easily.
On offense, his screens are textbook. May sound as an exaggeration but I think he is the best screen setting big man in the entire NBA. You will see it yourself very soon.
Almost all of his points come from pick&rolls and putbacks. Regarding P&R everything will depend on Jrue Holiday.
That's it.
Oh, and I hope this summer Omer doesn't have any training sessions with Hakeem Olajuwon, like he did last year. -
08-03-2014, 07:05 AMAUSSIE_PELICANWhy is that?Quote:
Originally Posted by OmerAsikFan
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08-03-2014, 11:01 AMMythrolmaybe it's a footwork thing? Most bigs are far too slow to learn his post moves.Quote:
Originally Posted by AUSSIE_PELICAN
I'd love for AD to work with him. If AD could develop the Dream Shake he'd be deadly. -
08-03-2014, 11:11 AMwuggie
Harden praising Omer because he litterally played defense for him lol without him at the rim who knows how much more straining effort Harden would have pushed out on the defensive end.
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08-03-2014, 03:57 PMOmerAsikFanhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8cYxCu9QxEQuote:
Originally Posted by AUSSIE_PELICAN
Because of that. Look at how Omer finishes this play. He could dunk it easily which would be a far more natural move for him.
Omer is not and will never be a finesse player. He is a bruiser and he CAN dunk. He SHOULD dunk.
Thinking about the whole situation, I don't blame him. Maybe he got tired of being labeled as a "player with no offensive moves". I don't know.
When I compare Omer Asik's 2012-2013 and 2013-2014 seasons I can see how often he started to use lay up shots and even jump hooks and baby hooks. And I'm not sure it's a good thing. -
08-04-2014, 02:07 AMAnthonyDavis23
Can't wait to see his D with Davis.
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08-04-2014, 02:48 AMJabberwalkerAdult eyes only.Quote:
Originally Posted by AnthonyDavis23
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08-04-2014, 02:56 AMAnthonyDavis23Ha brilliantQuote:
Originally Posted by Jabberwalker
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08-04-2014, 10:52 AMjcollins9I'm pretty sure that the invasion of France was partly responsible also...Quote:
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08-04-2014, 06:39 PMAll Metro
Harden Praises AD let the rambling begin lol
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Anthony Davis - F/C - Pelicans
Team USA teammate James Harden praised Anthony Davis' development in a recent interview.
"[Davis] looks a lot stronger," Harden said. "When he came into the league, he was still young. He was already skilled, but was frail, kind of like [Kevin Durant] was when he got to the NBA. [Davis] just was able to put more weight on himself and get stronger. You can see his development every single day." There have been numerous reports this offseason that Davis now boasts of a bulkier frame, as he's tacked on roughly 15 pounds of muscle. Davis has also been polishing up his offensive game, adding a corner 3-point shot, additional post moves, and a pull-up jumper to his already impressive arsenal. Davis will not make it out of the first round in fantasy drafts this year.