Opt
Years ago

Diamon Simpson heading down under, but where?

Just saw on line that he is on his way to aus.. Who could he
Be suiting up for? Sixers 2nd import?

Anonymous
Years ago

Found this googling his name:

An undersized big man who can put the ball on the floor to attack the rim, Simpson isn't an elite athlete, but he is willing to initiate contact, uses his narrow frame well, and has a nice wingspan. Assertive and decisive when attacking the rim, he’s a capable finisher despite lacking a degree of vertical explosiveness. Showing good timing when ducking underneath when his teammates get into the lane, Simpson’s off-ball movement and dribble drives afforded him a number of easy scoring chances today. Though he didn’t appear as active defensively, where he seems content to stay at home and deny penetration, his length and instincts on the glass were apparent. Likely lacking the size and strength to translate his productivity to the NBA level, Simpson is certainly one of the more effective big men in the NBADL.

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Anonymous
Years ago

Bigv ABA club negociations and to train with his mate Patty!

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Hendo8888
Years ago

Diamon*
It's suggested in the 36ers vs Perth thread that he will be our new import.
Are St Marys officially a feeder club for the NBL? Every year it seems another from there is signed.
Looks like a defensive option who does the hard stuff. Could be a good fit with DJ.
Looks like we have given up on Williamson. After last night, we probably can't afford to wait.

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meo
Years ago

There was definitely an import player sitting with Ballinger behind the bench

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Hendo8888
Years ago

I thought that was Williamson?

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Moses Guthrie
Years ago

Yes, Williamson was sitting behind the bench. Must be killing him to watch.

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Anonymous
Years ago

This guy is a very average player, he would be ok in the Big V, but a shocking cheap choice for the 36ers, unless he is only here until Williamson is back from injury.

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Anonymous
Years ago

Does anyone no if Williamson has had his surgery? I would wait for him since his still here. He should be 2 weeks into rehab and 6 to go. Balls comes back in 2 weeks and that's a 20ppg improvement. The wildcats are by far the best team in the comp and apart from nz we should be very competitive with every other team waiting for williamson.

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Jobe42
Years ago

If anyone thinks the sixes can compete whilst we wait for ballinger and a second import you are kidding yourselves .... There was no system, no d and def no heart last night !!! Last night showed why Melbourne let helliwell go and it shows Clarke that he now needs a scoring 2 man and a legit big as dj gives up when going gets tough, helliwell isn't ups to aba standard let alone nbl And Herbert, ng and cross well are just average nbl players at best !!!!

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KingJames
Years ago

Diamon Simpson brings great length it seems. Draft Express has him at 6'8 with shoes on and a wingspan of 7 foot.

In college averaged about 13ppg, close to 2bpg and 8rpg but in his last season was close to 11rpg.

Most recently in the D league in 30 games he averaged 15.5ppg and 10rpg.

Dunk 1

Dunk 2

Dunk 3

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rohant16
Years ago

Watched him a lot in college. Elite rebounder. Pretty good pick up for the sixers.

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Anonymous
Years ago

Saw Simpson recently in the states.looks in very shape and I think he would do a great job at any team. I have always thought he would be a good fit in the nbl. With the combination of his size and athletisism he should have no problem making ends meat back in aus

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opt
Years ago

What there are 2 Opt's posting on this board. Impossible!

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LC
Years ago

Simpson is a very good defensive forward who with his length, is also a good rebounder and shot blocker.

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xztatik
Years ago

Like those numbers KJ, cheers.

Looks like the type we need.

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Latrentis
Years ago

Looking forward to watching some games if Simpson suits up. Was exciting to watch at St Mary's, most rebounds in school history and I think 2nd in WCC conference in blocked shots. He will be a great pickup for any team.

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Aussiebballer
Years ago

If he is a good rebounder and atacks the rim hard I will be happy. A J would be a bonus :)

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Aussiebballer
Years ago

Some good stuff in his College Bio

Career Highlights: Finished his career as the school's all-time leader in rebounds (1,130), blocked shots (239), steals (174), free throws made (470), and free throws attempted (777)...ranks third all-time in scoring at Saint Mar's with 1,603 points...his 239 career blocks ranks second in the West Coast Conference...he finished his career ranked 10th in the WCC in rebounds...played a school record 128 career games...helped Saint Mary’s to an 87-41 (.679) during his four years...the 87 wins rank as the most wins in school history for a Saint Mary’s player, he is tied with Ian O’Leary for the most wins by a player in school history.

As a senior (2008-09): Was a First Team All-West Coast Conference selection for the third time in his career...named the WCC Defensive Player of the Year for the second straight season...

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Panther32
Years ago

Anyone that can rebound will be a good fit for the Sixers!!!

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Sarah
Years ago

I remember watching him play during his St Marys days and he was pretty good. Can't wait to see what he brings to the 36ers.
I think that makes it four former St Marys boys playing in the NBL now.

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Anonymous
Years ago

ADELAIDE

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Hoops

Diamon Simpson heading down under, but where?

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