Christian Jones - PF - IMG Academy - Arlington, TX - ST. JOHN'S

Quote from: MCNPA on September 06, 2012, 04:07:53 PM

I'll say one thing though.  Rothstein seems to be real high on Christian Jones who is one of our lowest ranked guys and toward the bottom of our roster on paper.  As we know, what happens on the court is entirely different, but it is extremely encouraging that the guy with maybe the least expectations is being touted as a "sleeper".  If that is in fact the case, we will be sooo deep with talent that it's not even funny and have a very good year.

This sounds similar to Greene last year.

Stith was also touted.  That worked out well.

Don't be shocked if Jones challenges Pointer for playing time.

Don't be shocked if Jones challenges Pointer for playing time.

If that happens, I will also not be shocked when Pointer transfers home.

Quote from: Dave on September 06, 2012, 04:53:46 PM

Don't be shocked if Jones challenges Pointer for playing time.

If that happens, I will also not be shocked when Pointer transfers home.

I really see pointer as much improved. Hopeful for a breakout season

Quote from: LJSA on September 06, 2012, 04:59:15 PM

Quote from: Dave on September 06, 2012, 04:53:46 PM

Don't be shocked if Jones challenges Pointer for playing time.

If that happens, I will also not be shocked when Pointer transfers home.

I really see pointer as much improved. Hopeful for a breakout season

What makes you say that?

Quote from: Chilleb on September 06, 2012, 05:25:39 PM

Quote from: LJSA on September 06, 2012, 04:59:15 PM

Quote from: Dave on September 06, 2012, 04:53:46 PM

Don't be shocked if Jones challenges Pointer for playing time.

If that happens, I will also not be shocked when Pointer transfers home.

I really see pointer as much improved. Hopeful for a breakout season

What makes you say that?

Coach Lavin is extremely good at finding adequate PT to keep his players happy.  He's had McD All Americans who didn't start for him till their senior years, but still stayed all 4 years.  Future NBA players who never got 15 minutes a game till their Junior years.

But I don't think that's a worry with Sir Dom.   I think Dave's right - Jones likely does take minutes from Dom...AT THE PF SPOT that Dom had to play last year with 1 real post player on the roster.  But Dom is potentially too strong a defensive force at the wing to lose TOO many minutes overall.   All I know is, if I'm running a full court press (which I expect we will a good deal this year), I'd want Sir Dom on the court.

Pointer is a warrior and not a malcontent.  I too think he'll be improved and will earn his share of PT.  love his fire and aggressiveness. 

Quote from: Poison on September 06, 2012, 06:06:58 PM

Quote from: Chilleb on September 06, 2012, 05:25:39 PM

Quote from: LJSA on September 06, 2012, 04:59:15 PM

Quote from: Dave on September 06, 2012, 04:53:46 PM

Don't be shocked if Jones challenges Pointer for playing time.

If that happens, I will also not be shocked when Pointer transfers home.

I really see pointer as much improved. Hopeful for a breakout season

What makes you say that?

Coach Lavin is extremely good at finding adequate PT to keep his players happy.  He's had McD All Americans who didn't start for him till their senior years, but still stayed all 4 years.  Future NBA players who never got 15 minutes a game till their Junior years.

But I don't think that's a worry with Sir Dom.   I think Dave's right - Jones likely does take minutes from Dom...AT THE PF SPOT that Dom had to play last year with 1 real post player on the roster.  But Dom is potentially too strong a defensive force at the wing to lose TOO many minutes overall.   All I know is, if I'm running a full court press (which I expect we will a good deal this year), I'd want Sir Dom on the court.

That was before the transfer pandemic began

I'll say one thing though.  Rothstein seems to be real high on Christian Jones who is one of our lowest ranked guys and toward the bottom of our roster on paper.  As we know, what happens on the court is entirely different, but it is extremely encouraging that the guy with maybe the least expectations is being touted as a "sleeper".  If that is in fact the case, we will be sooo deep with talent that it's not even funny and have a very good year.

Sleepers sometimes become studs... It all hinges on who has the eye for the talent.

Quote from: MCNPA on September 06, 2012, 04:07:53 PM

I'll say one thing though.  Rothstein seems to be real high on Christian Jones who is one of our lowest ranked guys and toward the bottom of our roster on paper.  As we know, what happens on the court is entirely different, but it is extremely encouraging that the guy with maybe the least expectations is being touted as a "sleeper".  If that is in fact the case, we will be sooo deep with talent that it's not even funny and have a very good year.

Sleepers sometimes become studs... It all hinges on who has the eye for the talent.

Exactly.  And with the horses that we have on the roster, a guy like this in addition makes us talented deep into the roster.  Can't wait for the season. 

Quote from: Chilleb on September 06, 2012, 05:25:39 PM

Quote from: LJSA on September 06, 2012, 04:59:15 PM

Quote from: Dave on September 06, 2012, 04:53:46 PM

Don't be shocked if Jones challenges Pointer for playing time.

If that happens, I will also not be shocked when Pointer transfers home.

I really see pointer as much improved. Hopeful for a breakout season

What makes you say that?

Talent there, skill isn't, but a summer with Rico I believe will help in that area

Quote from: Poison on September 06, 2012, 06:06:58 PM

Quote from: Chilleb on September 06, 2012, 05:25:39 PM

Quote from: LJSA on September 06, 2012, 04:59:15 PM

Quote from: Dave on September 06, 2012, 04:53:46 PM

Don't be shocked if Jones challenges Pointer for playing time.

If that happens, I will also not be shocked when Pointer transfers home.

I really see pointer as much improved. Hopeful for a breakout season

What makes you say that?

Talent there, skill isn't, but a summer with Rico I believe will help in that area

I think he's a terrific athlete and a passionate defender. His jump shot showed no promise, but that doesn't mean he won't find it with hard work. He's the kind of athlete who could break out this year or next. It depends on work ethic. The staff is there is to show him what he needs. If he follows through he will be a star.

I remember Postell's shot not looking the best. Not comparing the 2 as players but Postell worked his @ss off and got better and better.

I hope for the same type results.

I love Dom's D though. My best memory of him last year is him at the garden limping badly down the court getting back on D and him totally stuffing a shot by another player

I love Dom's D though. My best memory of him last year is him at the garden limping badly down the court getting back on D and him totally stuffing a shot by another player

Shocked you remember something from the Garden last year

BTW never got that text from you.....

I remember Postell's shot not looking the best. Not comparing the 2 as players but Postell worked his @ss off and got better and better.

I hope for the same type results.

I love Dom's D though. My best memory of him last year is him at the garden limping badly down the court getting back on
 D and him totally stuffing a shot by another player

Postell is the prototypical SJ player. The kind of guy you want 10 of.

Quote from: mjmaherjr on September 06, 2012, 11:55:24 PM

I love Dom's D though. My best memory of him last year is him at the garden limping badly down the court getting back on D and him totally stuffing a shot by another player

Shocked you remember something from the Garden last year

BTW never got that text from you.....

only the 1st game of that holiday tourney or whatever it was that Im a little foggy. lol   After that I was fine. At least during the game:)

Ted texted me about him looking for flights today. havent heard back about hotels etc yet

He is not on the bottom of the roster trust me. He isn't the best but he will get minutes

He is not on the bottom of the roster trust me. He isn't the best but he will get minutes

Good to see you enjoyed watching him and Orlando practice.

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Well you know what I meant.  Wasn't trying to back anyone into anything.