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[Feigen] Ben McLemore hopes to land a role with Rockets

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  1. Deuce

    Deuce Context & Nuance

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    James Harden on Ben McLemore: “He’s very, very solid offensively, knocking down shots, running the lanes,” Harden said. “He can get to the basket. He doesn’t try to do too much. It’s a great opportunity for him. He’s taking advantage of it.”

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    Ben McLemore on the Rockets “I feel like the Houston Rockets can take my game to a whole other level. Anybody that comes here, their career just flourishes. I’m excited to see how that goes.”

     
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    McLemore the new Faried. Far'W.
     
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    “He’s been in a couple messed up situations,” Harden said. “He’s finally found somewhere he’s with vets, myself, Russ (Westbrook), Eric (Gordon), P.J. (Tucker), who are … just taking to him, … giving him that confidence.

    “As a young guy you’re in a not so great situation, you kind of lose confidence. You lose who you can really be. Ben is a tremendous talent. He’s great. Every single day, just keep giving him that motivation, keep giving him that courage to go out there be who he really is. He has continued to show it.”
     
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    i like him. thought he was a great low-risk/high reward signing by Morey. He could be a surprise contributor.
     
    #4 Aruba77, Oct 5, 2019
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    I want him to stay on to compete with Green.
     
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    Kind of crazy he's only 26? Dude's been in the league for 6 years.
     
    #6 JayGoogle, Oct 5, 2019
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    Dude had been very impressive so far. If he can sustain shooting a high percentage beyond the arc and hold his own, on the defensive end...watch out. Super excited about his/Rox potential this year.
     
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    Thank you for posting real Rockets basketball news.
     
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    He may finally be in a position to live up to some of his potential.

    I thought he looked good, but going by the quotes in the article, D'Antoni didn't sound that hot on him.

    Hopefully, he makes the cut and gets a chance.
     
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    something about him reminds me of a slightly shorter more athletic Robert Reid
     
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    100% this ^^^^

    When he came into the league, his calling card was supposed to be about defense and three point shooting...with the ability to run the break and finish.

    Drafted very high, at 7, much was expected of him. It appears we are to be the beneficiary of this uber talented player who finally has a role to play on a great team.

    I expect him to stick and get QPT.
     
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    To the contrary, D'Antoni has been very positive on McLemore all preseason.

    He should make final 15 if no other acquisitions.
     
    #12 D-rock, Oct 5, 2019
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    Would be surprised if he sticks, but pulling for him. In theory, would be a good fit for the team.
     
    #13 J Sizzle, Oct 5, 2019
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    Yeah I like Ben Mac. He’s never had these many open looks in his life. Him and Green will be battling for minutes.
     
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    Been impressed so far. Reminds me of a smarter Marcus Thornton.
     
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    I think @Williamson ought to OF this guy . . .

    just sayin'
     
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    F that give westbrook all the rest he needs to heal. Then give everyone else time and days off in the season. Keep our boys fresh. Deep lineups will win us the championship.
     
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    Remember when we had Livingston in our camp a few years back and let him go. I don't want McLemore to be another Livingston for us, he should stay.
     
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    Brodie/Rivers/Clemons
    Beard/McLemore
    EGo/House/Green
    Tucker/Thabo/Clark or Blossomgame
    Capela/Tyson/Hartenstein or Ryno

    Battle for 3rd backup 4/5 will go down to Clark vs. Blossomgame and Hartenstein vs. Ryno.

    14 plus a surprise FA pick up/trade.

    And still unsure if Clemons should be signed to 15 or 2 way.
     
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  20. amaru

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    If James is pushing like I think he is then Ben is a lock.
     
    #20 amaru, Oct 5, 2019
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