Klashnekoff Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 http://i.cdn.turner.com/si/2009/writers/bryan_armen_graham/03/31/rookie.rankings/Magic.jpgLee: “I Can Be a Dominant Scorer”July 6, 2009, 8:45 pm Lower-profile players like Orlando Magic guard Courtney Lee usually require a signature pop culture moment before casual basketball fans recognize them. Lee’s moment occurred when his teammate Dwight Howard inadvertently hit him with an elbow during Game 5 of Orlando’s first-round series against Philadelphia, resulting in a nasty fractured sinus bone that caused him to miss three games. Having to wear a protective mask has made him easy to pick out now, but really, his time to shine was due anyway. Taken with the 22nd pick in the ‘08 Draft, the Western Kentucky product has become a strong contributor due to a deft jumper, slick handles and staunch defense. “Coach emphasizes defense so I knew coming in that it would be that way,” says Lee. “If you don’t help out and make the right rotations, you’re not gonna play. But I was OK; since I was always a good defensive player, I had quick feet and good instincts.” But he can also score. The 6-5, 200-pound guard became the Hilltoppers’ all-time leading scorer and was central to their Sweet 16 run in ‘08. He brought that same scoring ability to Orlando, and since the Playoffs began, he’s been equally important at both ends of the court. His postseason averages of 9.4 points and 1.9 rebounds might require a double take, but for him it’s all about context. While his teammates have been up and down, he’s been surprisingly consistent, picking up the offensive slack against the Sixers in Round 1 (including a 24-point effort in a Game 2 win) and locking down the Celtic guards in the East semis (ask Eddie House about Game 7). “I’m prepared for all situations, whether offense or defense. I watch a lot of film so I can get more in tune with the other team’s personnel,” he says. “But what I’ve really learned from the Playoffs is that I can play with anybody, I can be a dominant scorer and be one of the go-to guys on this team.”—KHALID SALAAM From - Slam Magazine. I don't know about 'dominant' but i think he will show the Nets fans this upcoming season what he is made of, he seems to be a very focused player which i like, he researches his opponents which is always a plus for a player to have that attitude towards the game. Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flight Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Yeah I don't see him as a 20 ppg guy at any point in his career, but I think 15 points on a night-to-night basis is coming soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klashnekoff Posted July 7, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Who knows man, 20 ppg could be possible lol. I wouldn't be surprised because a lot of guys just have mad break out seasons .. his jump shot is on point though, he needs to improve small things because his offensive games is decent, also NJ runs a dribble drive offense.. Lee can slash well and has hops with that jump shot he can be open and Harris will find him you know .. He has the potential to be good .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sun Tzu Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Depends if his around a team who has a lot of scorers, IMO he could become a 20 PPG if he doesn't have that much talent around him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Multi-Billionaire Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 He can and he will be. Not only that, I think he will be one of the best two-way players in this L, after Ron Artest, Chauncey Billups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klashnekoff Posted July 7, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 He can and he will be. Not only that, I think he will be one of the best two-way players in this L, after Ron Artest, Chauncey Billups. Really? lol I don't think he will reach a Ron Artest level ... there is a chance but that's a bit of a longhaul.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MainEv3nt Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 orlando was very stupid in giving up courtney lee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren2ThaG Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 orlando was very stupid in giving up courtney lee Yeah but they are desperate just like Mark Cuban was on givin' up Harris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MainEv3nt Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Yeah but they are desperate just like Mark Cuban was on givin' up Harris. THATS OLD NEWS NOW OK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 lmao @ Danny. I don't see him being a big time scorer on the nets, more around the 10-12 ppg mark IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWhiTex34 Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 Him being a 20 ppg scorer is possible, but I see him being a 18 ppg scorer in his prime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl Malone Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 Man you guys giving this guy no chance. This cat will dominate. All-star in the next two years. I'm telling ya. Mo'fukr's healthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren2ThaG Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 Man you guys giving this guy no chance. This cat will dominate. All-star in the next two years. I'm telling ya. Mo'fukr's healthy. Not even Deron can make tha allstar game, but Lee? lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueDevil Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 I think he will be a very solid player in the NBA. Allstar, only on some crazy year, kind of in the way Mo Williams was an allstar. He didnt deserve it, but with injuries he got on. Thats how I feel about Lee. I like this kid alot though and hope that Im wrong and he turns into an amazing player. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl Malone Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 Not even Deron can make tha allstar game, but Lee? lol Thats cuz the west is so competitive. You got some of the best guards out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klashnekoff Posted July 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 lol i don't know about him making the ASG anytime during his career .. that's a stretch .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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