Comments on: Pistons signed Damien Wilkins and Walker Russell because they always play how Rodney Stuckey played tonight – hard http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/ Your Go-To Source For Pistons Coverage Sun, 19 May 2013 14:08:26 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.1 By: Cantrell Marcus http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/comment-page-1/#comment-45641 Cantrell Marcus Mon, 23 Jan 2012 01:11:35 +0000 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/#comment-45641 As daily readers of this blog, you have inspired us to start our own.Our names are Cantrell Marcus and Gunner White. We are 16 years old, and are senior writers for a blog that we started. If you wanna be entertained, and informed please visit http://hebankeditin.blogspot.com -Thanks As daily readers of this blog, you have inspired us to start our own.Our names are Cantrell Marcus and Gunner White. We are 16 years old, and are senior writers for a blog that we started. If you wanna be entertained, and informed please visit http://hebankeditin.blogspot.com
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]]> By: Max http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/comment-page-1/#comment-45614 Max Sun, 22 Jan 2012 21:45:55 +0000 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/#comment-45614 One thing about Monroe is that Frank put Big Ben in the starting lineup because he said the schedule was going to turn rough in terms of facing big defensive front lines so maybe that has had something to do with Monroe being used less on offense lately.   That said, he had a big game against Bogut. One thing about Monroe is that Frank put Big Ben in the starting lineup because he said the schedule was going to turn rough in terms of facing big defensive front lines so maybe that has had something to do with Monroe being used less on offense lately.   That said, he had a big game against Bogut.

]]> By: gordbrown http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/comment-page-1/#comment-45603 gordbrown Sun, 22 Jan 2012 20:16:10 +0000 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/#comment-45603 There's a couple of things happening here. The biggest one is that team's are watching film and Monroe close to the basket is being consistently double teamed. So team's are doing their homework and are working harder to keep Monroe contained, denying him the ball, overplaying the pass when he gets the ball, etc. I think that's what opened Stuckey up some last night. Secondly, Monroe's slump started with him getting into early foul trouble. So that's had a bit of an effect as well. Hopefully, stronger play, especially from the perimeter and Monroe's being more careful with his fouls will address this in the next little bit. There’s a couple of things happening here. The biggest one is that team’s are watching film and Monroe close to the basket is being consistently double teamed. So team’s are doing their homework and are working harder to keep Monroe contained, denying him the ball, overplaying the pass when he gets the ball, etc. I think that’s what opened Stuckey up some last night. Secondly, Monroe’s slump started with him getting into early foul trouble. So that’s had a bit of an effect as well. Hopefully, stronger play, especially from the perimeter and Monroe’s being more careful with his fouls will address this in the next little bit.

]]> By: MrBlockedShot http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/comment-page-1/#comment-45598 MrBlockedShot Sun, 22 Jan 2012 18:12:54 +0000 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/#comment-45598 It´s always cool to see your team getting a win, in spite of it´s making it harder for having a good chance at getting the #1 draft pick. But, somehow I think we do need some wins, not only for the fans but also for the players to give the best of them. Right now Stuckey is a must in the starting lineup. We have had a lot of shooting slumps and tons of turnovers. He seems to take better care of the ball and his strong drives to the basket results in deffensive fouls,  trips to the line and easy points. As far as I´m concerned I would go with Knight and him in the starting backcourt. Gordon and Walker off the bench. I´m a bit concerned about Monroe´s game lately. Where´s the offensive hub? It seems a lot of balls are not going to him to drive, pass or shoot. He simply has dissapeared in the offense, only making some tips and offensive rebounds basically. I don´t know if it has something to do with Prince´s renaisance...but I miss so much the inside and outside game wich I think was productive for us, don´t you agree? It´s always cool to see your team getting a win, in spite of it´s making it harder for having a good chance at getting the #1 draft pick. But, somehow I think we do need some wins, not only for the fans but also for the players to give the best of them. Right now Stuckey is a must in the starting lineup. We have had a lot of shooting slumps and tons of turnovers. He seems to take better care of the ball and his strong drives to the basket results in deffensive fouls,  trips to the line and easy points. As far as I´m concerned I would go with Knight and him in the starting backcourt. Gordon and Walker off the bench. I´m a bit concerned about Monroe´s game lately. Where´s the offensive hub? It seems a lot of balls are not going to him to drive, pass or shoot. He simply has dissapeared in the offense, only making some tips and offensive rebounds basically. I don´t know if it has something to do with Prince´s renaisance…but I miss so much the inside and outside game wich I think was productive for us, don´t you agree?

]]> By: apa8ren9 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/comment-page-1/#comment-45595 apa8ren9 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:34:01 +0000 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/#comment-45595 Good win, its definitely something I didnt expect.  I am glad they were able to make the plays down the stretch to win.  Getting even going down to the last 5 minutes of a close game and learning how to compete and win is the experience that is needed for Knight and Monroe.  Great analysis from Dan with some opinion thrown in.  Walker came in on a plane from South Dakota and is making an impact.  Daye I'm looking at you.  There is a day off and probably a practice so you better strap it on so you can get some run and make the most of your next chance. Good win, its definitely something I didnt expect.  I am glad they were able to make the plays down the stretch to win.  Getting even going down to the last 5 minutes of a close game and learning how to compete and win is the experience that is needed for Knight and Monroe.  Great analysis from Dan with some opinion thrown in.  Walker came in on a plane from South Dakota and is making an impact.  Daye I’m looking at you.  There is a day off and probably a practice so you better strap it on so you can get some run and make the most of your next chance.

]]> By: tarsier http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/comment-page-1/#comment-45593 tarsier Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:19:35 +0000 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/#comment-45593 well arenas' contract was only slightly worse than lewis'. twould be like trading cv for turkoglu. well arenas’ contract was only slightly worse than lewis’. twould be like trading cv for turkoglu.

]]> By: Steve K http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/comment-page-1/#comment-45591 Steve K Sun, 22 Jan 2012 15:55:54 +0000 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/#comment-45591 Amnesty Gordon for that exact reason. He's owed more the next two seasons. $9M more. So the Pistons save $9M in the cap (not in Gores' pocket, though). Further, it's easier to trade a big than a guard. I can't imagine a team wanting CV and his $8.5M per year contract, but I never thought I'd see Washington find a taker for Arenas. So I guess ya never know. Amnesty Gordon for that exact reason. He’s owed more the next two seasons. $9M more.
So the Pistons save $9M in the cap (not in Gores’ pocket, though).

Further, it’s easier to trade a big than a guard. I can’t imagine a team wanting CV and his $8.5M per year contract, but I never thought I’d see Washington find a taker for Arenas. So I guess ya never know.

]]> By: Daye and Knight http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/comment-page-1/#comment-45588 Daye and Knight Sun, 22 Jan 2012 14:26:03 +0000 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/#comment-45588 It's no coincidence you would say that lol "bg8" why don't you and the real Ben Gordon go somewhere and kick rocks It’s no coincidence you would say that lol “bg8″ why don’t you and the real Ben Gordon go somewhere and kick rocks

]]> By: gmehl1977 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/comment-page-1/#comment-45587 gmehl1977 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:56:37 +0000 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/#comment-45587 I don't know who i want to amnesty more...BG or CV. I think i am leaning towards BG because he is owed a lot more $$$$ and we have guys that can replace what he does. BG is not worth his contract and is a defensive liability and does not fit with the pistons culture. Having said that CV is also a defensive liability and is not worth his contract either but i think the thing he has got going for him is he is big which we don't have much of. As you saw last night with a Stuckey Knight backcourt BG was easily replaced. Knight seemed to be playing SG and he did an ok job. It would be great if you could get rid of both BG and CV but you obviously can't so i am going with BG simply because he is owed more. Next step would be convincing CV to accept a buyout and then we can get this thing going in the right direction. Dan/Patrick maybe you guys could add a poll who they think is best to amnesty out of those 2 guys. I don’t know who i want to amnesty more…BG or CV. I think i am leaning towards BG because he is owed a lot more $$$$ and we have guys that can replace what he does. BG is not worth his contract and is a defensive liability and does not fit with the pistons culture. Having said that CV is also a defensive liability and is not worth his contract either but i think the thing he has got going for him is he is big which we don’t have much of. As you saw last night with a Stuckey Knight backcourt BG was easily replaced. Knight seemed to be playing SG and he did an ok job. It would be great if you could get rid of both BG and CV but you obviously can’t so i am going with BG simply because he is owed more. Next step would be convincing CV to accept a buyout and then we can get this thing going in the right direction. Dan/Patrick maybe you guys could add a poll who they think is best to amnesty out of those 2 guys.

]]> By: gordbrown http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/comment-page-1/#comment-45584 gordbrown Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:16:42 +0000 http://www.pistonpowered.com/2012/01/pistons-signed-damien-wilkins-and-walker-russell-because-they-always-play-how-rodney-stuckey-played-tonight-hard/#comment-45584 Interesting that when Stuckey and Knight played together last night, Stuckey ran the point and Knight played at the 2 on offense. Not a coincidence that the team got off to a fast start or that Knight's TOs were way down and even respectable. I'd be interested to see the stats of Knight and Stuckey playing together. I know they're much better than any other combination so far this year. On the other hand, sad that Gordon has broken down: he was just starting to show signs of life. Interesting that when Stuckey and Knight played together last night, Stuckey ran the point and Knight played at the 2 on offense. Not a coincidence that the team got off to a fast start or that Knight’s TOs were way down and even respectable. I’d be interested to see the stats of Knight and Stuckey playing together. I know they’re much better than any other combination so far this year. On the other hand, sad that Gordon has broken down: he was just starting to show signs of life.

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