mainly repeating myself

[Phil Maymin]

I hate the Perk + 5 to Atlanta for 3 rumor, that is just terrible. Hopefully
it's just a smokescreen for the 5+Theo to Atl for #11 and JJ.

Phil

On 6/6/07, John Lyell <jlyell at verizon.net> wrote:
>
> I have heard rumors of Perk to Atlanta swapping 3 & 5 and also Chicago
> after Yi (could be Horford)and talking with Atlanta & the C's
>
> If we moved down what would we get from Chicago?
>
> Can Al play the 5 and we fit in sombody else (Horford?)  at the 4?
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----
> From: gene kirkpatrick <gk_tyler at yahoo.com>
> To: celtics <celtics at igtc.com>
> Sent: Wednesday, June 6, 2007 8:54:27 AM
> Subject: mainly repeating myself
>
>
> Since I'm about to vacate for a few weeks at the beach, I thought I would
> set forth my opinions on the #5 situation.  Essentially, I want to draft
> someone.  If Ainge pulls off some great trade, that's fine, but I don't
> expect it to happen.
>
>   So, the lineup remains the same.  Here's the question about Brandan
> Wright:  could this guy develop into a somewhat lighter Duncan?  Don't
> scoff, yet.  He's 6' 10" and has longer arms, he's money around the bucket
> with either hand, he blocks shots, and he seems to develop the skill he
> needs to.  He must develop a smooth shooting motion, but he will do that;
> he's an excellent athlete.  He's even tempered like Duncan.  Those who
> question the fire also questioned that with Duncan; it was there.  So, he's
> quite intriguing and could be a masterful man in the paint.  He doesn't
> really replace Perkins as an aircraft carrier in the lane, but he could
> complement Jefferson well.  He came a long way in one year at UNC.  I would
> be delighted to get him.  His immediate help would be defensive and cleanup
> on offense.  That's ok by me.
>
>   Horford is being measured as nearly 6' 10" himself, with a 7' 4"
> span.  That's a big difference over someone listed as 6' 9" who you know is
> really 6' 8".  He's an impressive, quick athlete.   I think he might compare
> favorably to the Dukie with the Clips.  He's made a quite positive impact
> personally--seems to be intelligent as well as modest.  Me and the brain
> doctor like that.  He might seem to be a duplicate of Al, but together they
> would be awesome and he could play PF alongside Perk quite well.  I would
> also be delighted with this guy.
>
>   In my worst scenario, the two PFs will be gone.  But many think Yi will
> move into the #3 or #4 spot; I hope so, even tho' I think he might be
> special.  I think the others are lower risk and more likely to be
> multi-talented like Wright or bangers like Horford--not sure Yi brings all
> that.  While the difference between 6' 8" and 6' 10" is great in this
> league; for a forward to add two more inches to 7' doesn't matter that much,
> imo.  So, Yi's 7' is not a great difference maker since he won't be a
> center.
>
>   So, I see the other choice for us at #5 as Brewer.  I am a convert to
> this guy; earlier, I doubted he should go this high.  But he had a good
> tournament and he's listed as 6' 8" or more as a two guard or #3.  That's
> enough to paralyze twos and threes in this league.  Think of this guy as a
> 6' 8" Tony Allen with better shooting.  I'm big on getting a wing with shut
> down ability to deal with the guys who are capable of 30 point
> games.  Brewer is that guy.  For the team, I would much rather adding a
> defensive stalwart than Yi.  Yi may be as advertised, but will he help win
> games?
>
>   And finally, my brethren, did you see the comments this a.m. about big
> Al?  GMs saying he would go 2 or 3 in this draft.  That's nice to
> see.  Well, I'll be reading all I can about the tryouts and your comments in
> the next few weeks.  Keep hope alive.  Gene
>
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