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Post by interestedridersfan on Aug 2, 2019 11:38:09 GMT
Who dare doubt Basketo now..... Pablo cheeks is the one to doubt!! |
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Post by elbasketo on Aug 2, 2019 11:46:07 GMT
Who dare doubt Basketo now..... More interesting ones to come. one English and one x-scorcher returning to these shores... (Not Riders) |
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Post by boshspice on Aug 2, 2019 11:48:17 GMT
On the face of it, this is a good signing for Leicester in terms of what he’ll give stats and production wise. He’ll certainly be a big step up on Larsson and Wayne Martin last year.
He was absolutely dominant in the BBL at Worcester, saw a lot of minutes and was the go to guy. That’s the position he thrived in, and I fully expect him to replicate that this year, given that he thinks he’s far too good to be playing in the BBL.
However as with many players that seem ‘too good to be true’ in the BBL, he doesn’t come without red flags. The stark reality for him is that he’s returned to the BBL because he didn’t adapt well to playing the more team orientated brand of basketball in France. His size was neutralised by smart D and desire more than it should have been in the Pro B, which resulted in him being released to the NM1 mid-way through last year. He coasted to the point of being displaced by a 39 year old centre in the starting line up- and actually averaged worse numbers than in the better Pro B. That can be directly attributed to lack of motivation and low-work rate. My thoughts are that he’ll stay in the BBL for a season, take a large wage and use his stats to move on at the end of the year. Rob will really have to find a way to get his motivation to be high and his ego considerably lower. More importantly finding a way to drum in being team-centric will be absolutely essential.
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Post by interestedridersfan on Aug 2, 2019 12:04:54 GMT
I've always said players like Holder and Tim Williams would be MVP candidates at other clubs
Walker will have to play for the team and may not get the same stats as he got at wolves as a result
Meanwhile a player who doesn't win anything elsewhere will get a load of plaudits and attention
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Post by MansfieldMike on Aug 2, 2019 12:10:08 GMT
Brilliant signing ... we need to find a way to persuade some of these key signings to stay with us next year, assuming that we are invited and want to compete in Europe.
Can’t wait for more exciting signings.
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Post by baldeagle on Aug 2, 2019 14:00:12 GMT
That's a massive signing for Leicester - possibly the signing of the season. Immediately favourites in my view. It will be interesting to see if/ how others respond, including Eagles (very quiet on their recruitment so far this year - would love to know what they are up to). I can only hope that Mo Walker is very expensive and that Leicester don't have too much budget left for other marquee signings, but suspect I will be disappointed with that as well! This is the type of player Eagles should be in the mix for Maybe they were, and just decided to let Leicester pay top dollar  . Maybe Eagles are in the mix for some other interesting talent? Who knows? I don't, and maybe even IRF doesn't either. |
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Post by elbasketo on Aug 2, 2019 14:10:06 GMT
This is the type of player Eagles should be in the mix for Maybe they were, and just decided to let Leicester pay top dollar . Maybe Eagles are in the mix for some other interesting talent? Who knows? I don't, and maybe even IRF doesn't either. 🔥🔥🔥 |
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Post by massiveridersfan on Aug 2, 2019 15:05:53 GMT
Brilliant signing ... we need to find a way to persuade some of these key signings to stay with us next year, assuming that we are invited and want to compete in Europe. Can’t wait for more exciting signings. I am more excited about this team than for a few seasons. We look like we are strong at guard and in the paint as well. Of course, that's all on paper and the stats of individuals but I am more than confident Rob will gel the team into a powerful unit that'll play well. Looks like we could be a force to reckon with in offence - much more so than last season. Walker's a great signing. |
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Post by interestedridersfan on Aug 2, 2019 16:44:38 GMT
Who dare doubt Basketo now..... More interesting ones to come. one English and one x-scorcher returning to these shores... (Not Riders) Jordan Williams to Eagles or Lions lazy recruitment of course |
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Post by elbasketo on Aug 2, 2019 17:45:22 GMT
More interesting ones to come. one English and one x-scorcher returning to these shores... (Not Riders) Jordan Williams to Eagles or Lions lazy recruitment of course Haven’t heard anything regarding Jordan. London would make sense though |
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Post by leamrider2 on Aug 6, 2019 14:46:21 GMT
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Post by interestedridersfan on Aug 6, 2019 14:50:22 GMT
Nice to have him back. With Washington moved on we needed a GB point guard and I'm sure he will get more minutes this season Great passer and fits in to the team first system Rob likes to play |
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Post by interestedridersfan on Aug 6, 2019 14:51:06 GMT
I'm sure it's safe to add Harrison Gamble to that list - so that will be 9 (5 experienced Riders players and 4 new ones) |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2019 15:02:09 GMT
I know he played a small role last year but have you got any stats for mins, pts, rbs and as ?
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Post by boshspice on Aug 6, 2019 15:08:30 GMT
I know he played a small role last year but have you got any stats for mins, pts, rbs and as ? Averaged 1.4 ppg, 2.5 rpg and 2.3 apg in 12 minutes in the BBL. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2019 15:10:25 GMT
Cheers boshspice, interesting he averaged more rebounds and assists than points!
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Post by interestedridersfan on Aug 6, 2019 15:33:50 GMT
Cheers boshspice, interesting he averaged more rebounds and assists than points! He 6ft6 (big for a PG) hence the rebounds And he is a pass first player. Suits us. Wouldn't suit most BBL teams. |
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Post by leamrider2 on Aug 6, 2019 15:53:10 GMT
It's rare to see Rema have a shot. Almost a collector's item.
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Post by baldeagle on Aug 6, 2019 17:37:48 GMT
Another good solid signing for Leicester who can do a job. But won't paint the town red.
Despite departures Riders have plenty of continuity and have done very well to recruit Mo Walker . By my reckoning that leaves Gamble, a third US and maybe a surprise Brit/ EU to add to the mix. One of those needs to bring something beyond the usual in order to make this as strong a squad as the Bernadini/ Sullivan years. Time will tell.
I'm beginning to wonder whether Newcastle are deliberately being coy about their recruitment - the silence on their recruitment is deafening. Or maybe all their potential recruits have been nobbled by INF's propaganda?
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Post by massiveridersfan on Aug 6, 2019 18:53:38 GMT
Cheers boshspice, interesting he averaged more rebounds and assists than points! Fair to say scoring isn't his strongest ability... |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 9, 2019 12:10:23 GMT
Levi Noel working out at Morningside. Is he coming back this year to replace gamble?
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Post by blueskies99 on Aug 9, 2019 12:31:11 GMT
Levi Noel working out at Morningside. Is he coming back this year to replace gamble? No |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 9, 2019 13:43:53 GMT
Cheers boshspice, interesting he averaged more rebounds and assists than points! He 6ft6 (big for a PG) hence the rebounds Got some thick insoles. Levi Noel working out at Morningside. Is he coming back this year to replace gamble? No Correct. |
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Post by baldeagle on Aug 12, 2019 19:26:28 GMT
Any guesses who else will be in at Leicester?
I'm intrigued to see how they finish off their recruitment. Am assuming a good rookie US wing and maybe another decent Brit/ Euro signing to complete what will be a very competitive unit with Walker on board.
With Eagles' recruitment seeming slow this season (or are they just being tactical?) I suspect this Leicester team will start as firm favorites unless someone (Lions?) unexpectedly produces a rabbit out of a hat.
Talking of which, with the recruitment they have done Leicester would be nicely balanced if they had brought back Flight42, although I dare say that ship has sailed?
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Post by MansfieldMike on Aug 12, 2019 19:35:41 GMT
Any guesses who else will be in at Leicester? I'm intrigued to see how they finish off their recruitment. Am assuming a good rookie US wing and maybe another decent Brit/ Euro signing to complete what will be a very competitive unit with Walker on board. With Eagles' recruitment seeming slow this season (or are they just being tactical?) I suspect this Leicester team will start as firm favorites unless someone (Lions?) unexpectedly produces a rabbit out of a hat. Talking of which, with the recruitment they have done Leicester would be nicely balanced if they had brought back Flight42, although I dare say that ship has sailed? Go on then, I’ll stick my neck out and have a guess ... Harrison Gamble. |
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. Maybe Eagles are in the mix for some other interesting talent?
