Re: News from Infobeat

[damekmo@teleport.com]

JH wrote:

>Finally getting to my point, I think (of all the stupid choices) I
>personally would most go for the Raef LaFrentz (and Dean Garrett)
>Warwick-sponsored trade scenario for Antoine Walker. Playing in Denver
>would accentuate Antoine's worst, idiotic habits. (He would probably set
>the NBA record for stupid shots attempted.)

You could be right, which is why I hope, if traded, Walker goes to either
Miami/Riley or the Fakers. If you thought Knight looked good playing next
to Shaq......Shaq, Walker, and Jones? Not bad.

>As for LaFrentz, I think
>the kid could shoot 55% from the field wearing blindfolds. In terms of
>fundamentals, they don't make 'em that polished anymore (except Paul
>Pierce or any North Carolina player who stays four years). In the right
>environment, I see Raef developing into a cross between Kevin McHale and
>Brad Daugherty. But I know that's hardly a majority opinion on this list
>and I wouldn't bet my life on it. Comments?

He's going to be a mediocre NBA player earning a nice living in Turkey in a
few years.

Paul M.