Ryan is generating a lot of interest from NBA teams. He won't be playing in the NBA summer league because he decided to represent his country in Rio. How cool would it be to have Alec and Ryan in the NBA. Has any HL team had two players in the NBA at the same time?
http://pickandroll.com.au/beyond-europe-broekhoffs-rio-success-key-unlocking-nba-career/ (http://pickandroll.com.au/beyond-europe-broekhoffs-rio-success-key-unlocking-nba-career/)
Quote from: oklahomamick on May 04, 2016, 07:07:06 AM
Ryan is generating a lot of interest from NBA teams but won't be playing any in summer leagues because he has decided to represent his country and in Rio. How cool would it be to have Alec and Ryan in the NBA. Has any HL team had two players in the NBA at the same time?
http://pickandroll.com.au/beyond-europe-broekhoffs-rio-success-key-unlocking-nba-career/ (http://pickandroll.com.au/beyond-europe-broekhoffs-rio-success-key-unlocking-nba-career/)
Heyward and Mack would have been the last.
You are correct, damn Butler.
Quote from: a3uge on May 04, 2016, 07:18:02 AM
Quote from: oklahomamick on May 04, 2016, 07:07:06 AM
Ryan is generating a lot of interest from NBA teams but won't be playing any in summer leagues because he has decided to represent his country and in Rio. How cool would it be to have Alec and Ryan in the NBA. Has any HL team had two players in the NBA at the same time?
http://pickandroll.com.au/beyond-europe-broekhoffs-rio-success-key-unlocking-nba-career/ (http://pickandroll.com.au/beyond-europe-broekhoffs-rio-success-key-unlocking-nba-career/)
Heyward and Mack would have been the last.
And for five years running...
They are on the same team now as well, due to a midseason trade of Mack to the Jazz. He didn't play as much with the Hawks this season, but ended up a starter over the last few Jazz games.
Just thought you'd all like to know that Rowdy's team Lokomotiv Kuban have made it to the final four in the Euroleague finals, the first time Loko have ever accomplished that feat and only the second Russian team to do so. We are currently in Berlin to watch him play tonight against CSKA and the winner goes onto play the winner between Fenerbache or Laboral Kutxa in the grand final, the losers play off for 3rd and 4th. So proud of Ryan and all that he achieved at Valpo and since turning Pro, hope you all are as proud as we are? Go Loko, Go Rowdy 🏀
11 AM Central on ESPN3.
Good luck to Rowdy!
Couldn't be prouder. Blessed to have Rowdy, you, and the entire family as part of the Valpo Athletics family. GO LOKO!
Ryan's buzzer beater against Green Bay is one of my all time favorite Valpo plays. Another one, was when Ryan took it coast to coast against Detroit and slammed it home. It was his Junior year at the Arc.
Go Loko!
Go Rowdy and enjoy the trip Koala!!
Going to the Euroleague Final Four as a pro and being a Boomer on his way to Rio -- what a year for Rowdy. It says a lot about him and his work ethic. But then, we knew that good things would come for him as we watched him develop as one of our own. He's a great model for current players and future VU recruits -- you can come to 'tiny' Valpo and have great basketball success. Enjoy the ride Koala!
Koala, please let Rowdy know that people "around the world" are pulling for him. Success couldn't come to a nicer young man.
Quote from: sliman on May 13, 2016, 09:06:28 AM
Koala, please let Rowdy know that people "around the world" are pulling for him. Success couldn't come to a nicer young man.
Amen.
QuoteHas any HL team had two players in the NBA at the same time?
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Detroit, Willie Green and Ray McCallum during the 2014-15 season.
Detroit also had multiple players in the NBA in the at various points from 2003-2006 with Willie Green and Jermaine Jackson and Green and Desmond Ferguson. If you count the Horizon by its old name, the MCC, during the 1982-83 season Detroit alums Earl Cureton, Terry Duerod, John Long, Terry Tyler, Spencer Haywood and Joe Kopicki were in the NBA simultaneously. The MCC launched in the fall of 1979. Detroit joined in 1980 and from 1980 through 1989, there were always at least three Titan alumni in the league simultaneously. The Titans had two players in the League (Cureton and Long) in 1997.
The Titans had multiple players in the League several times before joining the MCC, and one Titan, Lee Knorek, played in the first ever NBA game on Nov. 1, 1946.
What's that Springsteen song I'm thinking of?
Quote from: Commissioner on May 13, 2016, 04:17:21 PM
QuoteHas any HL team had two players in the NBA at the same time?
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Detroit, Willie Green and Ray McCallum during the 2014-15 season.
Detroit also had multiple players in the NBA in the at various points from 2003-2006 with Willie Green and Jermaine Jackson and Green and Desmond Ferguson. If you count the Horizon by its old name, the MCC, during the 1982-83 season Detroit alums Earl Cureton, Terry Duerod, John Long, Terry Tyler, Spencer Haywood and Joe Kopicki were in the NBA simultaneously. The MCC launched in the fall of 1979. Detroit joined in 1980 and from 1980 through 1989, there were always at least three Titan alumni in the league simultaneously. The Titans had two players in the League (Cureton and Long) in 1997.
The Titans had multiple players in the League several times before joining the MCC, and one Titan, Lee Knorek, played in the first ever NBA game on Nov. 1, 1946.
What's that Springsteen song I'm thinking of?
Copied, resized and pasted. Now I can read it.Detroit, Willie Green and Ray McCallum during the 2014-15 season.
Detroit also had multiple players in the NBA in the at various points from 2003-2006 with Willie Green and Jermaine Jackson and Green and Desmond Ferguson. If you count the Horizon by its old name, the MCC, during the 1982-83 season Detroit alums Earl Cureton, Terry Duerod, John Long, Terry Tyler, Spencer Haywood and Joe Kopicki were in the NBA simultaneously. The MCC launched in the fall of 1979. Detroit joined in 1980 and from 1980 through 1989, there were always at least three Titan alumni in the league simultaneously. The Titans had two players in the League (Cureton and Long) in 1997.
The Titans had multiple players in the League several times before joining the MCC, and one Titan, Lee Knorek, played in the first ever NBA game on Nov. 1, 1946.
What's that Springsteen song I'm thinking of?
I took a break to watch Ryan play on ESPN3 today. Their opponent clearly was a better and crisper team.
As for Ryan....He moved well and shot with confidence. He also played good defense and altered a couple of shots, which was rare in this game (Typical pro game). He missed a key three pointer that would've been a huge momentum boost in the last few minutes, and the rebounder missed an easy tip-in of his shot. I am sure Ryan is kicking himself over that miss, as it was the sort of shot that he normally hits. Overall, I was impressed by his play. It was terrific to see him in action. He is the real deal.
Quote from: VULB#62 on May 13, 2016, 04:24:46 PMQuote from: Commissioner on May 13, 2016, 04:17:21 PMQuoteHas any HL team had two players in the NBA at the same time?
Detroit, Willie Green and Ray McCallum during the 2014-15 season. Detroit also had multiple players in the NBA in the at various points from 2003-2006 with Willie Green and Jermaine Jackson and Green and Desmond Ferguson. If you count the Horizon by its old name, the MCC, during the 1982-83 season Detroit alums Earl Cureton, Terry Duerod, John Long, Terry Tyler, Spencer Haywood and Joe Kopicki were in the NBA simultaneously. The MCC launched in the fall of 1979. Detroit joined in 1980 and from 1980 through 1989, there were always at least three Titan alumni in the league simultaneously. The Titans had two players in the League (Cureton and Long) in 1997. The Titans had multiple players in the League several times before joining the MCC, and one Titan, Lee Knorek, played in the first ever NBA game on Nov. 1, 1946. What's that Springsteen song I'm thinking of?
Copied, resized and pasted. Now I can read it. Detroit, Willie Green and Ray McCallum during the 2014-15 season. Detroit also had multiple players in the NBA in the at various points from 2003-2006 with Willie Green and Jermaine Jackson and Green and Desmond Ferguson. If you count the Horizon by its old name, the MCC, during the 1982-83 season Detroit alums Earl Cureton, Terry Duerod, John Long, Terry Tyler, Spencer Haywood and Joe Kopicki were in the NBA simultaneously. The MCC launched in the fall of 1979. Detroit joined in 1980 and from 1980 through 1989, there were always at least three Titan alumni in the league simultaneously. The Titans had two players in the League (Cureton and Long) in 1997. The Titans had multiple players in the League several times before joining the MCC, and one Titan, Lee Knorek, played in the first ever NBA game on Nov. 1, 1946. What's that Springsteen song I'm thinking of?
Detroit has always had the talent.
Quote from: oklahomamick on May 13, 2016, 07:16:09 PM
Quote from: VULB#62 on May 13, 2016, 04:24:46 PMQuote from: Commissioner on May 13, 2016, 04:17:21 PMQuoteHas any HL team had two players in the NBA at the same time?
Detroit, Willie Green and Ray McCallum during the 2014-15 season. Detroit also had multiple players in the NBA in the at various points from 2003-2006 with Willie Green and Jermaine Jackson and Green and Desmond Ferguson. If you count the Horizon by its old name, the MCC, during the 1982-83 season Detroit alums Earl Cureton, Terry Duerod, John Long, Terry Tyler, Spencer Haywood and Joe Kopicki were in the NBA simultaneously. The MCC launched in the fall of 1979. Detroit joined in 1980 and from 1980 through 1989, there were always at least three Titan alumni in the league simultaneously. The Titans had two players in the League (Cureton and Long) in 1997. The Titans had multiple players in the League several times before joining the MCC, and one Titan, Lee Knorek, played in the first ever NBA game on Nov. 1, 1946. What's that Springsteen song I'm thinking of?
Copied, resized and pasted. Now I can read it. Detroit, Willie Green and Ray McCallum during the 2014-15 season. Detroit also had multiple players in the NBA in the at various points from 2003-2006 with Willie Green and Jermaine Jackson and Green and Desmond Ferguson. If you count the Horizon by its old name, the MCC, during the 1982-83 season Detroit alums Earl Cureton, Terry Duerod, John Long, Terry Tyler, Spencer Haywood and Joe Kopicki were in the NBA simultaneously. The MCC launched in the fall of 1979. Detroit joined in 1980 and from 1980 through 1989, there were always at least three Titan alumni in the league simultaneously. The Titans had two players in the League (Cureton and Long) in 1997. The Titans had multiple players in the League several times before joining the MCC, and one Titan, Lee Knorek, played in the first ever NBA game on Nov. 1, 1946. What's that Springsteen song I'm thinking of?
Detroit has always had the talent.
When Butler was in the HL they had Hayward and Mack, both still in the NBA.
Quote from: covufan on May 13, 2016, 07:46:40 PMWhen Butler was in the HL they had Hayward and Mack, both still in the NBA.
Ryan's team took the loss today but will still play for 3rd. Quite the accomplishment. As for Mack, I always thought that Brandon Wood was a better player. If Mack is in the NBA then so should Brandon.
Here's the line from the last time they played:
MACK, Shelvin g 34 3-12 1-7 3-4 1 1 2 4 0 0 3 2 10
WOOD, Brandon g 33 4-9 1-3 6-8 2 3 5 1 3 0 2 5 15
Mack can run a solid PG, so he doesn't need to be a strong scorer
If Brandon Wood was a better player than Shelvin Mack, he'd be in the NBA. Mack played real solid ball down the stretch for Utah in a starting role. He's not a fringe NBA player. He's very good. Any player better than him that wants to be in the NBA, would be in the NBA.
Quote from: chef on May 14, 2016, 05:01:41 AM
If Brandon Wood was a better player than Shelvin Mack, he'd be in the NBA. Mack played real solid ball down the stretch for Utah in a starting role. He's not a fringe NBA player. He's very good. Any player better than him that wants to be in the NBA, would be in the NBA.
Wow! A little testy today?? Brandon was a better college player. He is a natural 2, and a much better pure scorer, not a point.
Thanks for the support he will be very happy to know you haven't forgotten him. It was the most amazing experience watching him play in the Euroleague finals, we wish Loko hadn't started off so poorly and yes if only he had hit that 3 😔 Now to finish off with a win and get that 3rd place, now that the nerves were dealt with yesterday? If you could only see us now we are sitting relaxing at the Hotel playing cards, drinking tea and Kev is wearing a Valpo jacket, I am wearing a Besiktas (his Turkish team of last year) jacket, Ryan is in his Australian Boomers hoodie and Jim is in his Loko hat. We never forget his previous teams ❤️
Sheldon Mack was a better college player than Brandon Wood. Cripes, Mack started and was a key cog on 2 teams playing for the national championships. Cripes, I know several of you dislike Butler but let's be real here!
Thanks for the latest post, Koala. You painted a pleasant picture of relaxing at the hotel; a lot of us wish we could be there as well. Watching on my computer, I thought CSKA looked a bit quicker than Loko but it was their unbelievable shooting that was the biggest problem. We're all hoping the tournament ends with a win for Ryan.
Quote from: usc4valpo on May 14, 2016, 09:29:21 AM
Sheldon Mack was a better college player than Brandon Wood. Cripes, Mack started and was a key cog on 2 teams playing for the national championships. Cripes, I know several of you dislike Butler but let's be real here!
If you took a moment to examine the facts it might help. In their last seasons (Brandon's and Sheldon's Junior year) Brandon shot 46.3% from the field while Mack shot 40.8. Brandon shot 36.3% from the 3 while Mack shot 35.3. Mack wa sa better free throw shooter. Both had virtually the same number of rebounds and Brandon averaged 16.7 versus 16.0 for Mack. Mack averaged slightly more time on the floor.
When Brandon went to MSU things didn't change. He shot 46.5 from the field and 36.2 from the 3.
As stated above, in their last game against each other. Brandon was the better player.
As for Mack being a key part of those championship run teams, absolutely. Give him credit. Had Brandon played with Howard and Hayward, I suspect he would have been playing in the final four as well.
Brandon has had a very solid pro career. I certainly agree that if he was better than Mack NOW, he would be playing in the NBA.
Quote from: usc4valpo on May 14, 2016, 09:29:21 AM
Sheldon Mack was a better college player than Brandon Wood. Cripes, Mack started and was a key cog on 2 teams playing for the national championships. Cripes, I know several of you dislike Butler but let's be real here!
I don't think Mack was more talented than Branden. The biggest difference was Mack had an NBA body; Branden didn't. Oh, and while I do fit the description of someone who strongly dislikes everything Butler (even the name itself bothers me), I never had anything but respect for Mack.
Quote from: usc4valpo on May 14, 2016, 09:29:21 AM
Sheldon Mack was a better college player than Brandon Wood. Cripes, Mack started and was a key cog on 2 teams playing for the national championships. Cripes, I know several of you dislike Butler but let's be real here!
First post in forum history where Cripes was used, let alone twice?? ;)
the Valpo bias is running amok here. Mack plays in the NBA and contribuutes; Wood is playing in Hungary which is not a European basketball hotbed.
I never had an issue with Butler in college but I really loathed Notre Dame and Loyola.
tx, I am keeping the language down not to offend the Mike Pence and Ted Cruz supporters. ;)
The better college player is not always the better pro player.
Quote from: Pathfinder on May 15, 2016, 04:32:21 PMThe better college player is not always the better pro player.
So the Zags Adam Morrison isnt a good Pro player?
In the Euro league third place game, Rowdy shot 7 for 10 for 21 points, along with 6 RB, 3 assists and a steal, as Lokomotiv won 85-75.
Yay, Rowdy. Yay lokomotiv!
The game was amazing, the atmosphere electric, the experience of a life time. Awesome game by Rowdy, we were excited to be there with him :thumbsup:
Broekhoff's scoring outburst secures third place in Euroleague
http://pickandroll.com.au/broekhoffs-scoring-outburst-secures-third-place-euroleague/
Wow, here's a snip from that article: :thumbsup:
"Broekhoff was outstanding on the big stage in the Final Four. He made 80% of his 2-point field goal attempts, 83.3% from the free throw line and a red-hot 50% from beyond the 3-point line on his way to averaging an impressive 15.5 points across the two games. His numbers bettered those across all 31 Euroleague games this season in which he was a model of consistency with 8.5 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1 steal per game while shooting a sizzling 47.2% from beyond the arc."
Rowdy picking up lots of NBA interest:
http://australia.sportingnews.com/nba-au/news/nba-interest-australian-boomers-ryan-broekhoff-euroleague-free-agency-olympics/1appykr4lr2np1crd18yw63iy3
Fresh from a breakout debut campaign in the Euroleague, Australian swingman Ryan Broekhoff is attracting heavy interest from NBA teams, league sources tell NBA Australia.
Broekhoff completed his first season with Russian club Lokomotiv Kuban last month and remains a part of Australia's provisional 17-man squad for the Rio Olympics, in the box seat to make the final 12-man team.
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Kuban fell short in the Euroleague Final Four, but Broekhoff's sizzling shooting (47.2 percent on three-point attempts in Euroleague play), length, and rebounding have caught the eye of NBA scouts.
NBA Australia first reported in January that Broekhoff was likely to net multiple contract offers from NBA teams, with a strong finish to his season in Europe only confirming the focus on the 25-year-old Australian.
As one NBA rep commented: "I definitely think he's got NBA upside, and I don't see any reason why he couldn't be on a roster next year."
Broekhoff featured with Denver's Summer League team in Las Vegas last offseason and the Nuggets — in addition to the Lakers, Pacers, Pistons, Suns, and Wizards — are believed to be monitoring his situation closely.
Entering the second year of his deal in Russia, sources tell NBA Australia that any potential move for Broekhoff will need to satisfy a buyout clause understood to be worth $300,000 (USD), increasing the likelihood that a decision is around the corner.
At 6-7 and with the capacity to fill either wing position, Broekhoff's name has continued to surface in league circles as a player considered among the most likely to jump from Europe's highest tier to the NBA.
Thanks for posting this great news about Ryan, Vu72. ;D ;D ;D ;D
Wouldn't it be ironic if Ryan ended up having the better NBA career than Bryce? There's a real possibility that could happen. Ryan could easily be a super-sub on an NBA team through his mid-30s. Alec could fill a similar role, just at an earlier age. Hopefully, both of them would eventually be starters (although that's a bit of a stretch).
If it happens for him, it couldn't happen to a greater guy, based on what we observed of him at Valpo. I would make an effort to see him play every time he would play against the Mavs.
Quote from: koala on May 16, 2016, 04:03:54 AM
The game was amazing, the atmosphere electric, the experience of a life time. Awesome game by Rowdy, we were excited to be there with him :thumbsup:
Great to see him shining on a big stage! Looking forward to Rio.
Another nice article on Rowdy:
Australian star Ryan Broekhoff has Rio, NBA in his sights after Euroleague success
Date
June 11, 2016
Roy Ward
Sports writer for The Age
Prospect: Boomers forward Ryan Broekhoff is hoping his form for the national side will help his NBA dream.
There is no secret why Ryan Broekhoff has rapidly moved from an unknown college kid to the verge of the Rio Olympics and the NBA.
He has taken his opportunities with both hands.
The 25-year-old, 201-centimetre small forward finished his US college career with Valparaiso University in 2013 and caused some surprise when he made the Boomers' 2014 FIBA world cup roster. He quickly showed his worth, moving into a starting role by the time the tournament started.
At the same time Broekhoff was starting his professional European career and this past season he made the major leap from being a strong performer for Besiktas in Turkey to signing with Russian club Lokomotiv Kuban, which had qualified for the prestigious Euroleague – the best league outside the NBA.
Kuban was not a power club like fellow Russian giants CSKA Moscow, but they caused some big upsets en route to making the Euroleague final four in Berlin.
Kuban would lose their semi-final to CSKA but, powered by 21 points in 38 minutes from Broekhoff, they won the third-place game against Laboral Kutxa from Spain.
"Going to a smaller-budget Euroleague team there was no pressure on us other than the expectations we put on ourselves," Broekhoff said.
"We weren't a roster with big names but we had depth and could match it with anyone.
"Finishing third in my first Euroleague season was a huge experience, considering it was the first time in Euroleague for a lot of the guys.
"You would walk into the hotel lobby in Berlin and all the owners, board members, player and coach agents – everyone who is anyone in basketball was there, and that was just the hotel.
"In the stadium the fans packed it out and you just feel it in the air that this was another step up from any other game.
"I was very lucky to end up where I have and in the team I'm in."
Broekhoff's play in Europe has also caught some NBA eyes and, while he had a little taste of NBA play while running around for Denver Nuggets in the NBA summer league last year, he hopes to earn a proper tryout with an NBA club after the Olympics.
While his Boomers' spot is yet to be confirmed, judging from past performances Broekhoff figures as a key player for the Boomers in Rio due to his shooting, rebounding and ability to fit in with other star teammates.
Broekhoff also has fellow Victorian Andrew Bogut promoting his talents to NBA media members as the Golden State Warriors centre has made mention of Broekhoff multiple times when asked about the Boomers' Rio Olympic chances.
"He is not a guy who will go to [NBA] summer league and wow himself into a contract, because he is not a flashy guy. He is not a guy that can isolate one on one," Bogut told Fairfax Media in December.
"He is a great team player, a great rebounder for his size and he can shoot the :censored: out of the ball – his three-ball is unbelievably consistent. Someone will figure that out."
Broekhoff said Bogut's praise would go a long way.
"I'm going to have to get him something next time I see him," Broekhoff said.
"To have someone like 'Bogues' saying that sort of stuff is a huge honour. It's humbling and I appreciate it. It's good to hear he is looking after his roommate from last year."
Playing in his first Olympics is Broekhoff's top priority after he was one of the last players' cut for the London Olympics while still in college.
But just like going to Rio, playing in the NBA remains a dream Broekhoff wants to turn into reality.
"There will be no opportunity to play in the summer league if I make the Boomers' squad as our preparation runs at the same time," Broekhoff said.
"I'm waiting to see what sort of interest is coming from the NBA and whether a team is looking to pick me up as a free agent.
"There is still a contract with my Russian team [for next season], so those things need to be worked out, but I've been told there is some interest and my agent will be working all the angles."
Fellow Boomers swingman Joe Ingles made a similar leap from the Euroleague to the NBA two seasons ago and is now a fixture with the Utah Jazz. Broekhoff hopes he can land a similar role.
"Like I have done in Europe, if I get my opportunity I will make the most of it and fit my game into how the team plays," Broekhoff said.
"If it doesn't happen this year I'll keep toiling away and try again."
Broekhoff has been home in Frankston for the past few weeks spending time with his family and nieces and nephews.
He's been to a few Geelong Cats games and visited his home club Frankston Blues as well.
But with Rio just months away, and the Boomers' Melbourne selection camp coming up in July, Broekhoff is about to restart training.
"It would be my first Olympics and another childhood dream to tick off the bucket list," Broekhoff said.
"I'm starting to get that itch to get back on court now and get in the best shape for camp."
The Boomers will play two games at Hisense Arena on July 12 and 14 against an all-star team from US colleges in the PAC 12 conference.
After playing in front of a sellout home crowd at Rod Laver Arena last year, Broekhoff admits he hopes to get the chance to play in those two games as part of the Boomers' Olympic team.
"We don't get to play at home too often," Broekhoff said.
"The only thing better than playing in front of a Melbourne crowd will be playing in Rio."
Congratulations, Rowdy!! Great news.
25-year-old @RBroekhoff45 will compete at his first Olympics in the men's basketball team!
https://t.co/xs51TeZW8W https://t.co/55AIa7E7v5
Quote from: vufan75 on July 10, 2016, 09:44:32 PM
Congratulations, Rowdy!! Great news.
25-year-old @RBroekhoff45 will compete at his first Olympics in the men's basketball team!
https://t.co/xs51TeZW8W https://t.co/55AIa7E7v5
Fantastic news!! Congrats to Rowdy and best of luck to him and the Aussies in Rio! Will barrack hard for them. ;)
Congratulations to Rowdy. I'm sure that VU fans will be watching your Olympic games with pride.
Quote from: valpospartan on July 10, 2016, 10:39:12 PM
Congratulations to Rowdy. I'm sure that VU fans will be watching your Olympic games with pride.
I wonder who Rowdy will be guarding if/when they play the USA. Jimmy Butler, DeMar DeRozan, Kyrie Irving, Kyle Lowry or Klay Thompson?
It will be good to see his skills displayed on a big stage.
Saturday August 6
12:15pm CENTRAL, Australia against the always tough TBD team...
http://www.nbcolympics.com/full-schedule
Congrats Rowdy! Also a bit sad that Kikas' Angola team did not make it for this Olympics, as it looks like the African continent has become much more competitive in recent years. Angola dominated basketball in Africa for around 16-20 years, but Nigeria, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, and a few others are competitive.
Quote from: talksalot on July 11, 2016, 10:02:35 AM
Saturday August 6
12:15pm CENTRAL, Australia against the always tough TBD team...
http://www.nbcolympics.com/full-schedule
It's France on the 6th, Serbia on the 8th, USA on the 10th, China on the 12th, and Venezuela on the 14th, then the medal round starts on the 17th.
Quote from: vu72 on July 11, 2016, 12:32:29 PMIt's France on the 6th, Serbia on the 8th, USA on the 10th, China on the 12th, and Venezuela on the 14th, then the medal round starts on the 17th.
One version is at
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basketball_at_the_2016_Summer_Olympics_%E2%80%93_Men%27s_tournament#Group_A
From
http://www.basketball.net.au/general-tickets-now-sale-farewell-series-2/
it looks like they play a PAC-12 all-star team in about 15 hours, and again two days later. But, maybe no warm-ups against full international sides before the Olympics?
I don't know if it's a reasonable approximation, but
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australia_men%27s_national_basketball_team#Depth_Chart
has Rowdy backing up the Jazz's Joe Ingles at SF.
Is Delly back in shape? He didn't play in the NBA Finals, right? He's on the Olympic roster, at least, and on that depth chart listed as first of three PG's.
Looks like six NBA players on the depth chart.
The extended group stage (full round robin with six teams) is just to pick the top four of six (two groups), and determine seeding. With the awkward game of "don't want to be in the US' side of the bracket". I seem to remember that Australia got accused of taking that kind of strategy too much into account in a past tournament...
Any reason to think Australia should have trouble finishing in the top three in their group? US, France or Australia, also rans?
Maybe they contend for a medal?
Quote from: agibson on July 11, 2016, 01:04:13 PM
Quote from: vu72 on July 11, 2016, 12:32:29 PMIt's France on the 6th, Serbia on the 8th, USA on the 10th, China on the 12th, and Venezuela on the 14th, then the medal round starts on the 17th.
One version is at
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basketball_at_the_2016_Summer_Olympics_%E2%80%93_Men%27s_tournament#Group_A
From
http://www.basketball.net.au/general-tickets-now-sale-farewell-series-2/
it looks like they play a PAC-12 all-star team in about 15 hours, and again two days later. But, maybe no warm-ups against full international sides before the Olympics?
I don't know if it's a reasonable approximation, but
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australia_men%27s_national_basketball_team#Depth_Chart
has Rowdy backing up the Jazz's Joe Ingles at SF.
Is Delly back in shape? He didn't play in the NBA Finals, right? He's on the Olympic roster, at least, and on that depth chart listed as first of three PG's.
Looks like six NBA players on the depth chart.
Delly played in the Finals - Kyrie just didn't come out much. He just signed with the Bucks as a free agent.
Australia's got a rough group, but I think they should advance. USA will obviously advance and then France and Serbia (#5 and #6 in the FIBA World Rankings) should make it through. After that it's #11 Australia and #14 China, but looking at the rosters I would put Australia ahead of Serbia for 3rd most likely to make it through to the knockout stage. Obviously I think Australia should be playing for the runner up spot in Group A, but if you aren't going to finish second it might behoove you to finish 4th to avoid the US in round 2.
Looks like a nice win for Australia against Argentina (84-83) in a warm up game. Broekhoff started, scored 8 points and had 7 rebounds in 22 minutes.
You can read more about the game here:
http://www.basketball.net.au/australia-clinches-comeback-win-over-argentina-in-warm-up-game/ (http://www.basketball.net.au/australia-clinches-comeback-win-over-argentina-in-warm-up-game/)
I was thinking about Rowdy this morning when I heard a report about the housing in Rio. Evidently there are massive issues with the rooms in which the Australian Olympic teams are being housed. It seems that it hasn't affected his play.
I see he started a head of Chicago Bulls Cameron Bairstow. Not sure they play the same position however.
What are the odds that NBC will show a shot of Ryan during tonight's Opening Ceremonies?
I'm thinking if he stands near Deladova, his roommate, maybe he'll get in the view of the cameras.
Quote from: Valpo89 on August 05, 2016, 08:15:32 AM
What are the odds that NBC will show a shot of Ryan during tonight's Opening Ceremonies?
I'm thinking if he stands near Deladova, his roommate, maybe he'll get in the view of the cameras.
Great article about Ryan and Dellie:
http://www.foxsports.com.au/olympics/matthew-dellavedovas-high-hopes-for-unknown-roommate-ryan-broekhoff/news-story/7cd512ad05877ee2c3862ccb5e4a542a
Watched "The Shot 2" (embedded in the article) for what must be about the hundredth time for me (only slightly exaggerating). It never gets old! Go Ryan!!!
Picked as the top Aussie in Europe. Great video. The guy can hoop!!
http://pickandroll.com.au/201617-preseason-top-5-aussie-men-europe/