Do not dismiss Ryan Anderson's potential

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Wow, good find NI! I didn't even know that page existed.

That videos shows a lot of the skill that Ryan has on the perimeter and in the post. I've watched him ever since he came to Cal, and he just has an excellent touch, especially around the basket. His outside shot is deadly, and in the post, he's able to beat his defenders over and over again because he makes quick decisions with the ball and has a very good sense of his and everyone's position on the court. He's skilled with his back to the basket, and also facing it. He has good enough speed to wriggle his way in for a runner, and very quick footwork to get into better position for the lay-in. Once he goes into score, he has a great, soft touch. He also has a very good knack for drawing fouls.

Defensively, he's one of the leading rebounders in the Pac-10 every year. On the perimeter, he's not quite quick enough to guard fast SFs, and in the post, he's not quite strong enough to man up with big PFs and Cs (the Lopez's of Stanford gave him a lot of trouble). He's smart, and willing, however, and hopefully he will be able to improve his speed and strength over time.

One thing that doesn't really stand out with Ryan is athleticism. He doesn't dunk very often, and you won't see him skying high for blocks. Don't mistake this for not being fast down the court, or not being quick with his feet, however, because he is.
 
I'm optimistic about this kid. If he pans out and winds up somewhere between KVH and Boki (close to KVH preferable:) ) I'd be ecstatic.
 
why the hell does he bring the ball down to his hips before flipping up those long shots? kiki and thate will kill him!!!
 
That windup and the way he is using his shoulder to push the ball off need to be corrected. That's why he is having trouble adjusting to the NBA line. But he has had so much success with the way he shoots now, that probably nobody wants to mess with him.
 
YehYeh said:
That windup and the way he is using his shoulder to push the ball off need to be corrected. That's why he is having trouble adjusting to the NBA line. But he has had so much success with the way he shoots now, that probably nobody wants to mess with him.
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As someone who watched one of the summer league games, I can tell you that he is not having trouble adjusting to the NBA line.
 
YehYeh said:
That windup and the way he is using his shoulder to push the ball off need to be corrected. That's why he is having trouble adjusting to the NBA line. But he has had so much success with the way he shoots now, that probably nobody wants to mess with him.
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He shot 41% from the NBA three point line in Orlando. He also had a couple of two-handed dunks off drives in Orlando. The Nets had him experimenting as a three rather than a four in Utah. That didn't work so well. He looked uncertain about his responsibilities.

And when he takes the floor, he will be the second youngest Net in the team's NBA history. As Kerber reported, he may still be growing, not just filling out.
 
NetIncome said:
You will soon retire the "No Shit Dick Tracy Award".
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My post was the perfect response to the title of your post.

What does it matter if we dismiss RA's potential or not?

It's results in real games that count, not potential.

Tell us more about Ilic's and Drejer's potential, wouldja?
 
Ryan looked great hanging around the basket this summer. He must have averaged 8-9 boards when he did that, and had his share of putbacks too. That makes him a 4.

If he only takes open 3's, he can shoot two-handed set shots from the chest, for all I care. He brings his jump shot down to the waist and then pushes it from in front of his face. In the NBA that motion is too slow for anything other than open 3's.

I watched all the games this summer that were on the internet. His shot from three looked forced. That's why my comment. A couple of writers who were down there said the same. If he was 9 for 22 from three, then I saw the 13 he missed. :dunno:
 
YehYeh said:
Ryan looked great hanging around the basket this summer. He must have averaged 8-9 boards when he did that, and had his share of putbacks too. That makes him a 4.

If he only takes open 3's, he can shoot two-handed set shots from the chest, for all I care. He brings his jump shot down to the waist and then pushes it from in front of his face. In the NBA that motion is too slow for anything other than open 3's.

I watched all the games this summer that were on the internet. His shot from three looked forced. That's why my comment. A couple of writers who were down there said the same. If he was 9 for 22 from three, then I saw the 13 he missed. :dunno:
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Perhaps you could intern under Bob Thate, the shooting coach. After watching him in the summer league(s) and watching this highlight package, I agree with the analysts from about a dozen pre-draft reports--that he has a high release point and a quick release. He also has long arms. Google "Ryan Anderson" and "release" and you'll see what I mean.
 
NetIncome said:
Perhaps you could intern under Bob Thate, the shooting coach. After watching him in the summer league(s) and watching this highlight package, I agree with the analysts from about a dozen pre-draft reports--that he has a high release point and a quick release. He also has long arms. Google "Ryan Anderson" and "release" and you'll see what I mean.
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Perhaps. Just look at the video from Cal, it's all there. Got any old videos of Bill Bradley? He had the same shot from 20 but lightning quick without that huge hitch.
 
i love ryan anderson... my favorite net rookie this year... i hope he succeeds :)
 
I have no doubt that Ryan will be a player. His skill level at age 20 speaks for itself. He just needs time to adjust his game to the league. Which he will if he is as hard working as the reports say he is. :crystalball:
 
YehYeh said:
I have no doubt that Ryan will be a player. His skill level at age 20 speaks for itself. He just needs time to adjust his game to the league. Which he will if he is as hard working as the reports say he is. :crystalball:
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I'm certainly hoping for the best as far as RA and all the Nets players are concerned.
 
I am really looking forward to seeing RA.

I see him as a KVH with heart. The question is will he able to defend the 3?
 
networks said:
I am really looking forward to seeing RA.

I see him as a KVH with heart. The question is will he able to defend the 3?
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I have high hopes for RA also.

However I don't think he's fast enough to cover 3s in the league

Maybe Sean can cover 3 while RA covers 4.
 
I hope he can flourish given the limited role I see him getting this year as what I imagine to be Yi's understudy. in other words I can see him basically on Frank's short leash as spot up shooter who may not develop confidence in spot minutes and be forced to jack up shots in order to get his minutes.
But this might be wrong if the Dribble drive objective is more than just some old bullshit. I think the best hope is that he can gain some pairity with Yi's production as a second team guy. But that will be dictated by his defense because without that Frank will go with Najara.

I could also see him playing small foward with Najara at power foward maybe with Boone/Dooling/CDR or Hayes as a second team.

He'll get garbage minutes for sure.

But I don't see him getting steady rotation until the after all star break or (gasp) injuries.
 
With all that depth at PF, getting playing time for other than starters would seem to be a big problem. Unfortunately, the Nets won't be competitive in many games against much stronger teams. In those games Ryan, CDR, the backup centers will get major minutes. It may not be as good as getting into pressure but at least it will be minutes. I hope they push and make the best of it.
 
YehYeh said:
With all that depth at PF, getting playing time for other than starters would seem to be a big problem. Unfortunately, the Nets won't be competitive in many games against much stronger teams. In those games Ryan, CDR, the backup centers will get major minutes. It may not be as good as getting into pressure but at least it will be minutes. I hope they push and make the best of it.
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I'm hoping this will be a scrappy team, that we won't be tanking all season, Big man depth is DEEP. I do think that CDR and Ryan may be in contention for minutes though at the 3 of course, but that may just push CDR to the 2... I think Lopez will not be in any danger for minutes.

I guess I was missing the fact that Ryan does have room to grow...taller. I just don't know how Frank is gonna develop him :ghoti:
 
Jerkstore said:
I'm hoping this will be a scrappy team, that we won't be tanking all season, Big man depth is DEEP. I do think that CDR and Ryan may be in contention for minutes though at the 3 of course, but that may just push CDR to the 2... I think Lopez will not be in any danger for minutes.

I guess I was missing the fact that Ryan does have room to grow...taller. I just don't know how Frank is gonna develop him :ghoti:
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CDR is a 2. He doesn't have the frame to handle the pounding at the 3
 
cpawfan said:
CDR is a 2. He doesn't have the frame to handle the pounding at the 3
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yeah oops, I know he's a 2. At 6'7 he's similar to RJ's height, so I'd been toying around with him at the 3 in the back of my head. You're right though, he dosen't have the frame to guard NBA 3's, however I feel that he may be slick enough to avoid a beating on offense. Eh he could get away with minutes at the 3 if he guarded smalls.

anyways, to finish the thought...the lineup crunches a bit with Ryan at the 3 and CDR will feel it.

If Ryan gets spot minutes at the 3 probably with Najara in "babysitter mode" at the 4 and Boone or Lopez at the 5.
This narrows who can play in the backcourt.
Ryan might not be fast enough to guard quicker 3's so you need to put in a defensive guard, and I think Dooling gets the spot over CDR.

this seems like a pretty stable way to play Ryan. As fo CDR out-defending Dooling? I'm not so sure, but the Tigers were one of the outstanding defensive teams in college ball last year, so who knows.
 
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Anderson will be fine, he is a basketball player. Great perimeter shooting, solid skills in the post. Will be active in the paint.
 
MisterMontross said:
I'm really hoping that you are correct.
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If he gets space, he'll knock down the jumper 15-20 easy. He's one of those guys you love if he's on your side. He'll get under opponents skin and for about 10 minutes a night, that should be good for the Nets.
 
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