If one of these two were to stick with the Rox as a backup SG, based on what I've seen in summer league, I would prefer Newley. My reasons.... 1. size - 6'6" vs. 6'4" Taylor is known as a slasher, but his smaller stature has made it difficult to finish his drives (even against SL competition) 2. BBIQ - Newley obviously understands the game, plays within the flow of the offense, and is unselfish. He looks like a natural fit for RA's offense. Taylor looks like a ball hog. 3. Experience - Newley's overseas experience has him more NBA ready than Taylor's stint in a weak college conference 4. shooting - not impressed with Taylor's shooting mechanics or the results. Newley's shot looks solid With the emphasis on team play and motion offense, give me Newley over Taylor. thoughts?
I don't think Newley will ever see the NBA floor....not sure about Taylor yet, but Newley looks like at BEST a 15th man.... DD
Agreed, Newley is not very impressive, I have seen more potential in Taylor. Neither are ready to contribute right now, but Taylor has a higher chance of doing so in the future.
They're not going to give up on Taylor after a few summer league games. At the least he makes the roster and spends time in the NBDL, especially if they decide Budinger can play decent minutes.
I thought about starting a thread on this guy because no one ever mentions him. He reminds me of Matt Harpring; he looks like a pretty powerful kid...
$$$$$ is a factor, Morey would have some serious explaining to do to Les if he just spent $2 million for a pick and the guy didn't even make the roster. Taylor could basically be a bust, but he will get a guaranteed roster spot for at least one year. DD
I agree. I like Newely but he has not stood out in these games so far. Taylor has been OK but certainly not as efficient as Budinger (sp?)
Feigen actually said he thinks Taylor will make more of an impact than Budinger. But that might have just been first impressions after a one or two summer league games.
Based on summer league, Newley was better than JT. But, this is JT's 1st summer league and he battled an injury that may have slowed him down. Newley shot mid 30% for 3s and 2s, not exactly lighting it up against inferior competition. Guarantee Newley won't be on the roster, JT will be based on potential.
How about we let that hamstring fully heal before we make a judgment on taylor? Also is a 4 game sample truly enough to classify budinger as a steal and taylor as a bust? Any scout would tell you no.
As many other players that thrived in the lower levels have experienced, you can't just make it in the NBA with smarts and great shooting. There's a basal level of athleticism you need to be able to make your man pay by penetrating to the hoop if he plays you too close, or to play defense on the other end without acting as an absolute sieve. Steve Nash for all his shortcomings on defense is still a good enough athlete to meet the NBA's cut, and once that is true then his other strengths shine through to make him a star. On the other hand, you could have NBA-quality skills but not the athleticism and completely whiff on the NBA (Redick, Novak are more extreme examples). Unfortunately right now, Newley still fits in this category. It is looking more and more doubtful that he will ever be an NBA player in my mind.
Have to respectfully disagree with that part of your analysis because while Reddick hasn't looked great when he's been on the court he's been solid.
I wish Von hadn't behaved in an immature manner during the end of the season and had worked harder on his defense,passing and rebounding. He should look for what is best for him,but there could have been an important role for him,now it's looking increasingly unlikely.
Newley has impressed me more than Taylor so far, but there are a few things to consider. First off, SL provides a very small sample size. Secondly, we don't know if Taylor is fully 100 percent after his hamstring injury; remember Taylor did sit out the first SL game. I think what Taylor does in practice will be more telling of how he fits on this team.
Nooooooo. Not again... Morey spent Les' 2 mil on Lull as a stash pick and Les didn't mind. As for whether the player wants to go to Europe, they don't have much of a choice. From Coon's CBA FAQ: The only way a player in this situation can force the issue is to stop playing professional ball for a year (and lose out on playing experience and $). Otherwise the team has all the leverage when it comes to getting the players to accept playing in Europe.
