I'm almost positive Carl was drafted by Seattle and his draft rights were traded to us on draft night, or vice versa. I'm not sure how many of those guys you expected to really make it in the league.
I think he should adjust his game and try to become a defensive specialist. The problem is that he was a really good offensive player in college and that memory will hurt the chances of my view happening. My vote: The Worm
He doesn't have the post game nor the jumpshot that David West has. Although I'd have to say for a big man, Thomas Robinson has deceptively skilled handles and a quick one on one faceup game. I'd say he's more like a poor man's Josh Smith without the shooting and a slightly better rebounder.
He can't do anything on offense so hopefully he's a great defender otherwise he won't be in the league much longer.
Way too soon to pass judgement or guess what he will be. Most bigs take longer and I believe that is his case. He has the potential so I don't understand why everyone giving up on him already. Give the man a chance.
Thomas Robinson’s Inspiring Journey To The NBA http://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/thomas-robinson-journey/ Every once in a while, you hear a story that really touches you. If you haven’t heard it yet, we’re pretty confident you’ll say Thomas Robinson has one of those stories. Last night, the standout junior from Kansas was selected fifth overall in the NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings. But Robinson’s journey to the NBA was riddled with tragedy, and unlike many stories you will encounter. In January 2010, when he was a sophomore at Kansas, Robinson received a call from his little sister Jayla, who is now nine years old. Jayla informed him their grandmother had died. Then weeks later, his sister called again—their grandfather had passed away. Thomas had served as a father figure in Jayla’s life, as the two were raised by a single mother, but nothing could prepare him for this. And then in January, Jayla called again. Their mother had died of a heart attack. In a span of three weeks, Thomas and Jayla lost their mother and both of their grandparents. All that was left was Thomas and Jayla. ESPN has a great, emotional story on all the events that took place. Thomas vowed to take care of his little sister, and protect her. Later this year, he will gain custody of Jayla, and provide her with a solid home. The 6-foot-9 power forward, so long a father figure to his younger sister for years, will continue to be as he begins his NBA career. When Robinson was selected last night, all of that emotion, and all of that pain poured out. After his named was called, Thomas hugged Jayla. He began to tear up. As he shook hands with David Stern, you could see in his face just how difficult it was for him to get to this moment. And when he spoke with ESPN’s Mark Jones, all of that raw emotion came out. Sometimes we look at professional athletes like they take their situations – their immense opportunities – for granted. Thomas Robinson takes nothing for granted. Last night, when Robinson was picked, I tweeted that if you couldn’t root for a guy like Robinson, you don’t understand that little thing we call life. Robinson’s story, and dedication to his younger sister, is absolutely awe-inspiring. There is not a single player in that draft I wish more success than Thomas Robinson.
He could be traded this Summer to make room for Dwight. I hope he's not because he seems to have raw athleticism that could be honed into becoming a positive contributor for this team. Needs to learn where to position on the floor, get a feel for the game, and how he can contribute most effectively. Of course he could do with improvement on his jump shot and FTs but they are not the first priority. Should focus his hustle, rebounding and defensive skills and turn them into capabilities the team can rely on when comes onto the floor. Needs to have a string of solid games to earn a spot in the rotation.
Of the 3 you mention only Williams was a reclamation 'project' Flynn and Thabeet were thrown in for trades. The Rockets wanted D-Mo not flynn in that trade and they wanted the first round pick not Thabeet in the trade with the grizzlies. You're off base here Carl if you thought the Rockets tried to acquire Flynn or Thabeet for the contributions they would bring to the court. You could add in Jordan Hill to the mix - he did get better here in Houston and got to develop a bit more - he still probably wasnt ever going to be that player initially projected by New York but he was a better player leaving than he was coming to the Rockets.
