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**RebelSun** · 03-04-2007, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by lucky777s

Varajeo, Gooden, BrianCardinal, MattBonner, PapeSow, EddyNajera, ReggieEvans, Paculia, Maxiell, CorlissWilliamson, BrianGrant, UdonisHaslem, Brian Cook etc, etc. Lots of hustle guys out there. Do you invest PT in him over a Slokar?

Definitely invest in Kris over Slokar. I think Uros was just brought over as a Mago-buddy; I wouldn't get too excited about him.

I think Humphries could be a David Lee-type guy, if he wants it. I don't expect him to ever become a great passer/distributor or long-range shooter. I think he's a bull that's at his best under the hoop, outmuscling guys for rebounds and easy buckets. I'm not sure the Raps have any real muscle; I wouldn't call Rasho muscle. This is still a guy that destroyed the Big 10 as a freshman and is still only 22 years old.

It'll be interesting to see how many minutes he'll get the rest of this season. If he continues to show this recent level of play, I could see Bryan giving him a Brian Cook-like deal this summer.

SkywalkerAC · 03-05-2007, 12:54 AM

his option has been picked up for next year. can you sign extensions the offseason before?

Victor Page · 03-05-2007, 07:14 AM

Again, K-Hump should have stayed in school. There is a lot to be gained from proving yourself at the NCAA level against fierce competition - especially when the opposition is focussed on stopping you.

I don't think that was the case with K-Hump in Minnesota (he did score 19 pts. a game in a tough conference, but not sure how much pressure he really had playing for a lousy team).

David Lee has similar physical attributes but played 3-4 years at Florida and was subject to intense pressure, defenses designed to stop him, etc....
When there is a big rebound up for grabs late in a game, David Lee is not going to be nervous. Neither would PJ Tucker, as he has a big-time NCAA pedigree as well (scored some huge baskets under more pressure than any regular season Raptors game could ever produce).

JuniorNoboa · 03-05-2007, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Victor Page

Again, K-Hump should have stayed in school. There is a lot to be gained from proving yourself at the NCAA level against fierce competition - especially when the opposition is focussed on stopping you.

I don't think that was the case with K-Hump in Minnesota (he did score 19 pts. a game in a tough conference, but not sure how much pressure he really had playing for a lousy team).

David Lee has similar physical attributes but played 3-4 years at Florida and was subject to intense pressure, defenses designed to stop him, etc....
When there is a big rebound up for grabs late in a game, David Lee is not going to be nervous. Neither would PJ Tucker, as he has a big-time NCAA pedigree as well (scored some huge baskets under more pressure than any regular season Raptors game could ever produce).

Defences were designed to stop Humprhies at Minnesota... defences were never designed to stop David Lee at Florida. Florida had several other weapons.

Victor Page · 03-05-2007, 12:23 PM

Humphries played for a lousy team. I wouldn't say opposing team's coaches lost any sleep over how K-Hump would fill the basket against their second line and walk-ons.

David Lee and PJ Tucker, though neither was a pure scorer, gained tons of experience in big games (lots of post-season games). Lee's teammates were over-rated creampuffs (except Bonner I guess).

It's going to be hard for him to develop a real game in garbage time for the Raptors when no one is calling any plays for him - never any real pressure on him.

I don't always say a player should stay in college - I'm not Dick Vitale - but in Humphries' case I think it's pretty clear.

SkywalkerAC · 03-08-2007, 04:18 PM

What a catch and finish on that bounce pass from Calderon! Hump can really move in the open court.

SkywalkerAC · 04-01-2007, 08:32 PM

Bump.

Hump's been making great use of his increased minutes. He's quick on his feet, has some touch, and is a great overall athlete. Getting a lot more comfortable on the floor, starting to communicate and make very aggressive plays. He's got offensive talent that is probably only just starting to progress after so much time on the bench. His running one-handers are impressive, not many big guys are comfortable with that move.

His combination of strength and mobility alone gives him considerable potential. The important thing is that it seems he has the attitude and drive to put it together. Again, I love the idea of a Bargnani, Bosh, and Hump frontline.

kirk_2003 · 04-01-2007, 08:47 PM

hate to say this but.. ballocks is right..
the garbo injury IS a blessing in disguise.. for Kris Humphries of course =D

Junkyard Dog13 · 04-02-2007, 08:53 AM

yea at ye momemt hump a poor mans Varejao but can become equivelant to varejo or better.

SkywalkerAC · 04-03-2007, 01:32 AM

mos def a pick and roll forward, probably a big reason that utah picked him. has advanced ability to finish off one foot. starting to make much better decisions with the ball. has the athleticism for continued skill development.

billfindlay10 · 04-03-2007, 06:22 AM

If you look at the games that he has played 15 minutes or more in he puts up solid numbers. I would like to see him at a consistant 20 per game, but I doubt that happens when we are healthy. If we are able to sign him for a few years he could be an important player for us in the 2008/09 season. Bargnani will start at the 5 spot and Humpries could be the primary back-up at the 5 and 4 spots. Bosh and Bargs will log most of the minutes, but a hustle guy like Hump could make for a nice 3 man rotation....provided he continues to improve and embrace his role.

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