Isaac
Years ago
This ESPN story has a few quotes from Matt Flinn about Ball's time in the NBL.
"When that guy's on you, take him every time," Flinn said. "He has no chance of staying in front of you."
"I got you, Coach," Ball said, before patting Flinn on the back and adding, "Him and everyone else in the world."
Flinn burst out laughing, right there on the court.
Great read, liked the the line
He's good for business!!!!!
Should’ve let him buy in, would’ve been great for business.
Dave
Years ago
Considering his small sample size of games taking him in the top 10 I believe would be a huge risk. Look at Exum as an example in hindsight was he worth the 5th pick and his sample size was terrible
Being good for business and being good at business are two different things.
Exum played a few games against players his own age, nothing like Ball has done, no comparison. Exum was hidden where as Ball was front and centre also.
Ball wasn't going to run the business, just invest in it. He was still wanted but would only participate with the other group owner who missed out. His pulling power and contacts would’ve been great for the nbl.
Good for business...then they went broke hahaha
Not god for basketball as could win either
Rasheed30
Years ago
That player who couldn't guard him apparently was a 36er!
So ... it could've literally been anyone on the 36ers then.
LoveBroker
Years ago
No not Kevin White.....he is a lock down defender.
Still find it pretty cool when I see Illawarra on the mock draft boards
I never understood why people would ask a question on a forum like 'when is the draft?' and then sit and wait for a response.
Instead of just googling it and getting the answer instantly.
Dave
Years ago
Seriously "anon" front and centre 12 games your funny! My names on the post and if I'm wrong I’ll identify myself and admit I’m wrong, how about you?
Wilbur
Years ago
He is going to the Chicago Bulls. I've ran the simulation program 10 million times and a huge majority has him going to the Bulls.
anonnbl1
Years ago
He doesn't fit in with Minnesota or Golden State team he suits most at highest number is 3 for Charlotte in a 3 guard system, Cleveland would be a great fit especially with Drummond/Love/Sexton, he would have centers that can finish unlike what happened at the Hawks and a couple shooters
New York should trade for a higher spot, that's where he should be.
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