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[AM 610] Daryl Morey 10/29

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by durvasa, Oct 29, 2008.

  1. durvasa

    durvasa Contributing Member

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    This week's Daryl Morey podcast is up on 610's website. You can find it, and other podcasts (past interviews), on their website http://www.sportsradio610.com/.

    And here's the MP3 of interview.

    Thanks for getting this up quickly, 610 Morning Crew.
     
  2. declan32001

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    Thanks durvasa. Morey doesn't seem to be too concerned about Brooks and that was good to hear.

    I'm really disappointed that tonight's game isn't sold out.
     
  3. Hayesfan

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    Thank you Durvasa, just finished listening.

    Some of the questions asked were ones I think everyone is curious about.
     
  4. el_locoteee

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    Great

    Thank You
     
  5. durvasa

    durvasa Contributing Member

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    Here's my paraphrasing of the conversation for those who can't listen:

    [rquoter]
    Aaron Brooks
    - foots responding well.
    - closer to 1 week than 3 weeks
    - Shane is still day-to-day
    - Luther and Barry and McGrady will handling the ball when Rafer is out of the game

    Luther's development
    - in his 4th year, pretty much know his game


    What kind of team is Memphis
    - like to get up and down
    - have size in the middle
    - like to shoot the 3
    - primary scorer, Rudy Gay
    - quick with their PGs, attack of the dribble
    - a little underrated by fans

    Discuss decision to keep Wafer
    - tough decision between Wafer and Strawberry, both played well
    - Von played well, also chose him based on most likely injury scenario

    Yao ready?
    - health wise, he's great
    - game shape is nearly there
    - rhythm is still working on getting to midseason form: passing out of double tema, strong to weakside, getting him the ball

    Making the entry pass to Yao
    - he's our most efficient scorer, want to get him the ball in his position
    - defenses key on denying him the ball with doubles, fronts, doubling on the dribble

    Lineups right now
    - will see Luther and Barry together
    - will see Landry and Hayes together, feel very comfortable with them in maintaining or extending a lead

    Caller: What do people see in Rafer?
    - doesn't understand the Rafer negativity
    - he's in a conference with HOFs and All-stars at his position
    - a championship caliber team needs contributers that aren't allstars, can't have stars at all positions
    - helps get players in their spots
    - feels he is the right PG for us
    - excited about Aaron off the bench: Rafer is more of a distributor, better defensively; Aaron puts more pressure on other team's defense
    - good defensively: e.g. probably best guy for defending Kevin Martin

    Caller: Mutombo?
    - he's in Atlanta
    - we're looking at that like P.J. Brown, will wait to see how things develop.
    - like that he's option; a good chance that we can see him

    Caller: Design more plays for Scola?
    - Luis should get a lot of shots tonight the way Memphis guards
    - he picks his spots: e.g. he'll gets a couple buckets in transition

    Caller: What's the plan for Dorsey?
    - before D-League starts, he'll be in on pro roster
    - he's been working everyday with CD, he's an eager learner
    - it will be a while until he's out on the floor
    - coach will evaluate if its best to keep with the roster and put him in D-League

    What have you liked about Dorsey?
    - he does well in rebounding and team defense ("middle-linebacker" type)
    - he doesn't have an individual post moe
    - his post defense needs a lot of work

    Brent's role?
    - he played terrific in the preseason
    - he'll have the ball more in his hands than in San Antonio
    - he led NBA in assist-rate in preseason

    Greg Oden's injury?
    - it was really disappointing
    - Fernandez played really well (a guy we targeted)

    Thoughts on expectations?
    - the team has been good about ignoring predictions
    - there's been anticipation the past few years
    - maturity level of team is high; Brent brings some more of that
    - the excitement has to translate into wins

    Is your job done?
    - keep working with coaching staff
    - help in game preparation on specific question, help provide some analysis they may request

    Artest contract situation
    - his agent said they want to wait until after the season
    - hopefully, we have a lot of difficult decisions to make after the season

    Thoughts on the Lakers?
    - it struck him how rusty all the teams were
    - mistakes from all the teams, even Celtics and Lakers
    - the Lakers are deep; probably deeper than us
    - have an unparalleled superstar, depth, and great coaching

    Caller: excited about Dorsey being an enforcer against Utah
    - Joey is most popular athlete in Memphis
    - he'll be a fan favorte; he's signed for many years
    - plays hard, he's fun to be around

    Caller: What's the story with Francis?
    - his comeback from injury has been slower than anticipated
    - not sure when he'll be able to get on the floor

    Game today:
    - first 10,000 painted faces get a Get Red shirt
    [/rquoter]
     
    #5 durvasa, Oct 29, 2008
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  6. moose

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    Thanks durvasa. Great recap.
     
  7. v3.0

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    thanks durvasa, I overslept otherwise I would have beat you to this ;)
     
  8. RocketRaccoon

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    Thanks durvasa. Far easier, and quicker to read your recap than focusing on the audio for a while.

    It took effort so its very appreciative.
     
  9. No Chance

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    Thank you a lot it was a great recap!
     
  10. mrfirefly7

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    Thanks for putting in the work for those of us who couldn't listen. ;)
     
  11. northeastfan

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    Thank you for the recap. Excellent work!
     
  12. saleem

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    Much appreciated durvasa.
     
  13. DPballer

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    Oh my God NOES!
     
  14. ClutchCity3

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    Francis.....is he done?
     
  15. durvasa

    durvasa Contributing Member

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    Probably.
     
  16. jump shooter

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    I think that may be correct.
     
  17. ronnymac

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    When morey says " I'm not Sure" when steve will play, it means goodby steve.
     

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