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HB · 03-09-2007, 09:24 AM

Green isnt a better player than Thornton

jazzy1 · 03-20-2007, 04:56 PM

Green is better than Al Thornton. Thornton doesb't have half the bball understanding that Green Has. Green has handles, a back to basket game a face up game and is an ncredible passer with hops. Thornton has freakish hops and quickness but his skills aren't as refined and the NBA eats up guys who can't be effective other than hops and quickes.

Green is Diaw with hops and defensive intensity. Thornton could be Gerald Wallace or a bigger Petrus.

o.iatlhawksfan · 03-31-2007, 12:04 PM

I like the AL Harrington comparison as well, but he's a way better defender. He is very explosive, and versitile. if I had a top 5 pick I'll would definitley pick him. He can take you off the dribble, or take you in the post, I've notice that he's also a good passer of the post to.

crazyfan · 03-31-2007, 08:03 PM

His play tonight probably confirms that he will be entering this year's draft.

too conservative

Jizzy · 04-01-2007, 04:39 PM

Even though he had a bad outing, he'll still be a good role player. I think he's pretty underrated.

**ehmunro** · 04-02-2007, 09:33 AM

Honestly speaking, I saw this guy more than ten years ago. Albeit a cockier version. Named Antoine something or other. Never did much in the NBA.

(Yeah, he reminds me way too much of the UK Walker for my comfort. If you could guarantee me that he'd never think that he was better than he really was, or begin wolfing down six packs of McDonalds' french fries I'd like him more.)

TucsonClip · 04-13-2007, 03:25 PM

http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2...ory?id=2836799

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WASHINGTON -- Jeff Green and Roy Hibbert, the juniors who led Georgetown to the school's first Final Four appearance in 22 years, will submit their names for the NBA draft.

Neither player will sign with an agent before the early withdrawal date, the Hoyas said Friday, which means they will retain NCAA eligibility should either or both decide to return to college.

"Both young men have worked extremely hard to position themselves for this opportunity," coach John Thompson III said. "They have begun a process of information gathering which is necessary for them to make educated decisions."

The early withdrawal date is June 18. The draft will be held June 28.

Both players would likely be lottery picks. Thompson said earlier this week that Green and Hibbert wanted to get an idea as to how high they would be picked before deciding whether to turn pro.

Should be interesting to see how Batum and Green affect each other's stock. Do you want the prospect on the wing who can hit the jumper and dunk on anyone, or the guy who proved his talent this season and in the NCAA tournament but doesnt have a set position in the NBA?

**cpawfan** · 04-17-2007, 06:12 PM

Green says he is 70-30 he is coming back

http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaab/news?s...v=ap&type=lgns

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Big East player of the year Jeff Green said Tuesday there is a "70-30" chance he will return to Georgetown for his senior season.

Green and fellow junior Roy Hibbert submitted their names as early-entry candidates for the NBA draft last week. Neither has hired an agent, so both could return to fulfill their oft-stated goal of playing four years with the Hoyas.

"Right now, 70-30 -- 70 coming back," Green said. "It depends on whether I'm ready. I still have a lot of things I need to work on to play at that level."

Both players are potential lottery picks, and both said they want to get a gauge of what their NBA value is now and what it might be if they stay in school another year.

"Do I want to go eight-through-14, or do I want to go top three next year?" Hibbert said. "That does play a factor in my decision."

Hibbert put his odds of returning at 50-50, even though he said Green is the more NBA-ready player. Should both return, coach John Thompson III's team could be a favorite to win the NCAA title next season. The Hoyas made the Final Four this year before losing to Ohio State in the national semifinals.

"I wouldn't want to be at the end of a bench on an NBA team, not being able to develop and show what I can do, so another year here would be great, obviously," Hibbert said. "But I'm just going to see if Coach thinks I'm ready. I would love to come back and get a national championship banner in here. We were close this year, but next year could be great."

Green and Hibbert have until June 18 to withdraw their names if they want to return to Georgetown. The draft is June 28.

"School is only going to be here four years," Green said. "The NBA will be there forever. You can't just give up that. That's a big thought in this process. Either way, I'm going to come back and get my degree."

**Gtown07** · 04-17-2007, 06:26 PM

I saw the article but I'm still not sold that he's leaning towards coming back. The basketball beat writer for The Hoya (GU's top student paper) told me that Jeff told other players he's already picked out his range rover (FYI:white,w white rims and tan interior) and he's a goner.

Granted I don't believe this rumor but I dont think Jeff's 70-30 comment can really be taken seriously. I mean given his track record. He almost left last year and he's been non-commital all year. We'll see. He's going to be great where ever he ends up. If draftexpress and Chad Ford are right in their projections he's going to be a steal.

rainman · 04-17-2007, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by cpawfan

Green says he is 70-30 he is coming back

http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaab/news?s...v=ap&type=lgns

I think he(Hibbert) goes higher than 8-14 this year and i also dont think he goes top 3 next year, that line of thinking isnt valid in my mind. I dont see Hibbert as a top 3 type whether he stays another year or not.

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