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Post by standiego on Mar 16, 2022 6:05:06 GMT -8
usually a major transition year for the taller guys to go from HS to college - where the guys are much taller and quicker then in HS
Also as mentioned J. Ledee is supposed to be a good player down low
No decision from Nathan what he will do - and the Aztecs will need him
Have not heard much about the HS red shirt center - Johnson for the Aztecs
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Post by hoobs on Mar 16, 2022 8:54:27 GMT -8
Nice to see him dominating like that down low in that video... but at the 4 for SDSU he needs to show / develop more of a mid-range and some element of perimeter game (and buy in to the Aztec defensive philosophy / requirements)
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Post by coolstorybro on Mar 16, 2022 9:14:49 GMT -8
This guy screams Wetzell 2.0
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Post by dunksalot on Mar 16, 2022 9:56:18 GMT -8
usually a major transition year for the taller guys to go from HS to college - where the guys are much taller and quicker then in HS Also as mentioned J. Ledee is supposed to be a good player down low No decision from Nathan what he will do - and the Aztecs will need him Have not heard much about the HS red shirt center - Johnson for the Aztecs Demarshay was not impressive in his Swish League minutes...very raw. But I am curious to see where he's at after a full year of running against our guys in practices.
gundo thanks for that Aaron Gordon clip for some context on Saunders. It's a bit of buzzkill but I see Saunders as more Matt Mitchell brute than Gordon flying finesse. Saunders can be MWC POY if he works hard.
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Post by hoobs on Mar 16, 2022 9:57:11 GMT -8
I get more of a Malcolm Thomas (as a PF) vibe, but either way... definitely looking forward to him playing next season.
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Post by mySTRAS on Mar 16, 2022 12:29:13 GMT -8
I get more of a Malcolm Thomas (as a PF) vibe, but either way... definitely looking forward to him playing next season. In my opinion, Malcolm never got the credit he deserved... playing, somewhat, in the shadow of Kawhi. Would LOVE LOVE LOVE a Malcolm 2.0!
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Post by Boise Aztec on Mar 17, 2022 0:02:23 GMT -8
I get more of a Malcolm Thomas (as a PF) vibe, but either way... definitely looking forward to him playing next season. If Nate stays it will be real hard to get minutes as the TCU transfer will get 25 minutes and Nate will get around 25 minutes….
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Post by sdsuball on Mar 17, 2022 1:08:17 GMT -8
I get more of a Malcolm Thomas (as a PF) vibe, but either way... definitely looking forward to him playing next season. If Nate stays it will be real hard to get minutes as the TCU transfer will get 25 minutes and Nate will get around 25 minutes…. Even if Nate leaves, I still doubt that he gets many minutes next year as a true freshmen.
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Post by standiego on Mar 17, 2022 11:45:13 GMT -8
As we have seen it really helps to have numerous guys that can play up front . Nathan is a 5 , D. Johnson is also , J. Ledee could possibly play the 4 or 5 if needed or if the Aztecs try to go smaller and quicker .
Joshua and TD will be gone - they are at best role players - hope we could do better in the Transfer Portal but getting 5 's is not that easy as we have seen . Yanni was good but not so sure others have been more then role players .
Aztecs do need Nathan - as he really knows the defense . He needs to do what is best for him BUT he could really benefit of another year improving his offense and not getting into foul trouble . In addition a Masters at SDSU could be valuable for him .
Do not know about health care when playing abroad or G- League or whatever . But think the Doctors at SDSU would be helpful for him also .
But if money is vital then do appreciate all he has done at SDSU
M. Thomas think went from Crawford to Pepperdine for a year then JC before playing with the Aztecs for his junior and senior seasons . Was very athletic guy seemed to score closer to the basket - he did have decent support with Billy White , K. Leonard ( maybe T. Shelton - DJ and Chase ? ) so fairly balanced team .
Elijah - not sure of the competition he regularly faced - so would expect him to be learning his first season with the Aztecs . As we are saying depends on who the Aztecs have surrounding him .
But can we play it smart and not predict too much for him .
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Post by aztecfred on Mar 17, 2022 14:32:12 GMT -8
I would love for NM to come back. But, him needing to come back and work on anything? Not sure anyone sees him as NBA material? If he wants to come back for whatever the reason so be it. But, if not he should get on with his life and make money doin what he wants to and enjoy life. But, needs to work on his O?
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Post by standiego on Mar 17, 2022 15:29:19 GMT -8
I think Nathan trusts the staff at SDSU and they like him
Could he be a NBA or play abroad - do not know for sure but do think he could benefit playing another season both offense and staying away from fouling .
Masters Degree is worth something and the Health Care he could get at SDSU - continue the case rather then starting all over is vital ask any one who has had a continuing medical condition .
Again he and his family make the decision
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Post by dunksalot on Mar 17, 2022 22:52:48 GMT -8
I think Nathan trusts the staff at SDSU and they like him Could he be a NBA or play abroad - do not know for sure but do think he could benefit playing another season both offense and staying away from fouling . Masters Degree is worth something and the Health Care he could get at SDSU - continue the case rather then starting all over is vital ask any one who has had a continuing medical condition . Again he and his family make the decision If Skyler Spencer could play abroad and develop an offensive game then Mensah will be even better since he has a soft shooting touch which is the part you cannot teach. He's gone and will do just fine overseas. He was our anchor.
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Post by ignoranus on Mar 18, 2022 6:53:26 GMT -8
Did our anchor sink us yesterday?
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Post by mySTRAS on Mar 18, 2022 8:08:05 GMT -8
Did our anchor sink us yesterday? 0 points and 2 rebounds. You be the judge!
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Post by longtimesdsufan on Mar 18, 2022 10:52:40 GMT -8
Did our anchor sink us yesterday? 0 points and 2 rebounds. You be the judge! Just to remind everyone, the meltdown started when he fouled out.
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Post by standiego on Mar 18, 2022 11:17:13 GMT -8
would wonder if Nathan wants to leave after his performance yesterday and the final against BSU ?
It seems he gets a few fouls trying to help as opponents get by other Aztecs- ?
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Post by ignoranus on Mar 18, 2022 16:39:21 GMT -8
Zero points, two rebounds, and five fouls.
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Post by standiego on Mar 19, 2022 13:42:09 GMT -8
Can NCAA please try the 6 foul DQ rather then 5
Nathan was spending more time on the bench then on the court - in the last few games
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Post by dunksalot on Mar 19, 2022 17:00:31 GMT -8
Can NCAA please try the 6 foul DQ rather then 5 Nathan was spending more time on the bench then on the court - in the last few games He needs to play like a vampire not a zombie. (arms up not out)
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