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UConn in the NBA: Dec 24/25

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superjohn said:
It's wild how infrequently I see someone dunk on someone in the NBA nowadays, the dunk is practically reduced to an open court thing now.
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Really there are monster dunks happening every day in the NBA. I watch the NBA Show on ESPN and see them every day. Dunks are still a big part of the game and posterized ones are still there.
 
RuffRuff said:
Dunks are worth 3 is a really interesting concept. Kinda like it.



In Portland and hitting game tonight - bummer Steph is out.
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2 dummies discussing a dumb idea. I bet this is popular.
 
RuffRuff said:
Not a lot of the + with him on the floor was because of Cling, it was because Grant couldn’t miss.
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Most of it was. All of sudden the other team couldn't score for some reason. And for some reason everybody on that team shoots better when Clingan is in the game. It's uncanny. It must be all luck.
 
Jackson starting w/Bucks right now for the Cup Final
 
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AJax' Bucks up at the half in the NBA Cup. He's played 16 of 24 minutes and leads the team in+/-.
 
REB1094 said:
Yesterday NBA -
  • Clingan: 19 minutes, 10 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 blocks on 5-9 FG
  • Castle: really struggled in his return, 2 points and 5 assists on 1-8 FG
G League -
  • Newton: 21 points, 6 assists, 4 rebounds on 4-6 FG (5-7 3P)
  • Sanogo (same game as Newton): 24 points, 15 rebounds, 2 blocks, 11-14 FG
  • Tyrese: 24 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 7-19 FG (4-13 3P)
  • Bouknight: 15 points, 4 assists, 3 rebounds (good), 7 turnovers and 6 fouls (yikes). 6-18 FG, 1-8 3P
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Adama looking massive.

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Andre’s defense on SGA has been absolutely relentless. He can’t get a shot to fall, but Doc has been smart enough to leave him on the floor.
 
For anybody that has access to the Tik Tok app must search for Andre Jackson. There are a number of highlights of AJ with incredible dunks and blocks. He is one of the most athletic players I have ever seen. My apologies for not providing a link I was having difficulty trying copy here. He is worth the watch.
 
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Following AJ stats in his game tonight. His defense must be why he is in the lineup, no points, 1 rebound, 0-4 from 3. Haven’t seen his other games but see the box scores. Apparently the Bucks win with him in there.
 
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caw said:
Mid-season tournament netted him over 650k from Quarters, Semis and Championship for him. Not bad considering his salary.
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I don't think that's how it works -- the bonuses aren't additive round to round. From NBA Cup prize money: How much players make for winning title as bonuses increase in 2024

Players on all eight teams that made the knockout round receive monetary bonuses. But there's a major difference in what players will receive if they win the NBA Cup vs. just making the quarterfinals and losing. Here's a breakdown of the compensation amounts for players that make it past the group stage:

  • Players who lose in the quarterfinals: $51,497
  • Players who lost in the semifinals: $102,994
  • Players who lose in the championship game: $205,988
  • Players who win the NBA Cup: $514,971
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Nevertheless, he makes $1.89M this year. So it's a cool 27% holiday bonus.
 
jibsey said:
Following AJ stats in his game tonight. His defense must be why he is in the lineup, no points, 1 rebound, 0-4 from 3. Haven’t seen his other games but see the box scores. Apparently the Bucks win with him in there.
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It's his defense (he ate Shai up) and his connective passing. He's also shot it decently from 3 this year so far, so in that regard this game was a negative outlier.

Bottom line, though: he was +12 on the night, and on the season the Bucks are +10.5 when he's on the court.

Winning player whether he makes a shot or not.
 
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jibsey said:
Following AJ stats in his game tonight. His defense must be why he is in the lineup, no points, 1 rebound, 0-4 from 3. Haven’t seen his other games but see the box scores. Apparently the Bucks win with him in there.
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You mean stats don't tell the whole story in a flowing team game? I will have you know that is blasphemy my good man! The Bucks are a winning team since he's started.
 
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It doesn't look pretty in the box score (except, I guess, for plus/minus, but 1-6, 0-4, 3 rebounds, 1 assist to 2 turnovers), but the Bucks keep winning with Andre Jackson in the lineup and you wonder if Doc will continue to ride the hot hand out of superstition if nothing else.
 
Tenspro2002 said:
It doesn't look pretty in the box score (except, I guess, for plus/minus, but 1-6, 0-4, 3 rebounds, 1 assist to 2 turnovers), but the Bucks keep winning with Andre Jackson in the lineup and you wonder if Doc will continue to ride the hot hand out of superstition if nothing else.
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They'll continue to ride him b/c he's their only option for point of attack defense.
 
I get the impression Giannis loves AJ’s intensity and playing with him. Part of the reason for the improvement in team’s performance. Doubt Doc will mess with his stars happiness.
 
ctchamps said:
I get the impression Giannis loves AJ’s intensity and playing with him. Part of the reason for the improvement in team’s performance. Doubt Doc will mess with his stars happiness.
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Bucks don’t need another scorer as plenty of horsepower there with Lillard and Giannis. Lillard is also a bad defender, so Ajax is the perfect compliment to that roster as he essentially plays the role of perimeter Rodman. Least we not forget defense is half of the game. 5 guys wanting to take shots as their primary mindset has never worked in basketball.
 
jibsey said:
Following AJ stats in his game tonight. His defense must be why he is in the lineup, no points, 1 rebound, 0-4 from 3. Haven’t seen his other games but see the box scores. Apparently the Bucks win with him in there.
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I’ve watched him a bunch. His defense and his passing are very good. On offense he stands in the corner or in the dunker spot and basically stays out of the way so dame and Giannis have space. He doesn’t really get to show his ball handling skills and playmaking ability often but he’s doing what he needs to do the team. He also is good at annoying the other team. Amazing that he’s starting for a team with huge goals as second round pick.
 
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