[PT] Blue moves one step closer to NBA dream

[strotty]

http://painttouches.com/2013/09/20/blue-moves-one-step-closer-to-nba-dream/

[Coleman]

So realistically, what are his chances of making the team?

Its great for him that he gets some guaranteed money but I think most of us MU fans really only care if he makes an NBA roster, not that he's going to bring in a few hundred K.

I am certainly still rooting for the guy. I hope he finds a spot somewhere.

[MerrittsMustache]

So realistically, what are his chances of making the team?

Its great for him that he gets some guaranteed money but I think most of us MU fans really only care if he makes an NBA roster, not that he's going to bring in a few hundred K.

I am certainly still rooting for the guy. I hope he finds a spot somewhere.

Pulled from the other Vander to Philly thread...

I was predicting Vander would end up on the end of the bench for a cap-strained contender (and he still may) but Philly looks like a much better situation for him.

Sixers Guards
James Anderson SG
Michael Carter-Williams PG
Jason Richardson SG (likely out until January)
Evan Turner G/F (plays more SF)
Tony Wroten Combo

Anderson and Wroten should be Blue's primary competition for an NBA roster spot (i.e. not in the Sixers D-League). Anderson was claimed off of waivers and has primarily been a D-League guy since being drafted. Wroten was a 1st Round pick last season who came out too early (he played against MU at MSG). He has some game but his shooting ability makes Blue look like Steve Novak. He's owed guaranteed money but could spend some time in the D-League again. IOW, neither guy is a lock to be on the NBA roster come opening night.

Especially given Richardson's injury, there's a roster spot to be had on this team. Hopefully Vander makes the best of his opportunity.

[dw3dw3dw3]

Interesting that none of the MU basketball twitter accounts put out a congratulatory notice. When Lockett signed it was high fives all around.  Either they hate Vander, or this is a deal that will pay him for a month of training camp. Seems like it is a step up from Junior's invite to Bucks camp, but not anything near what Lockett was signed for.

[Coleman]

Interesting that none of the MU basketball twitter accounts put out a congratulatory notice. When Lockett signed it was high fives all around.  Either they hate Vander, or this is a deal that will pay him for a month of training camp. Seems like it is a step up from Junior's invite to Bucks camp, but not anything near what Lockett was signed for.

I really hope its not the former. That would be small and petty. He's an MU guy. I disagreed with his decision but now that's done I hope he makes it on a roster.

[Eldon]

I really hope its not the former. That would be small and petty. He's an MU guy. I disagreed with his decision but now that's done I hope he makes it on a roster.

+1

[MuMark]

 Juan and Jamil both congratulated him.

Interesting that none of the MU basketball twitter accounts put out a congratulatory notice. When Lockett signed it was high fives all around.  Either they hate Vander, or this is a deal that will pay him for a month of training camp. Seems like it is a step up from Junior's invite to Bucks camp, but not anything near what Lockett was signed for.

[MerrittsMustache]

Interesting that none of the MU basketball twitter accounts put out a congratulatory notice. When Lockett signed it was high fives all around.  Either they hate Vander, or this is a deal that will pay him for a month of training camp. Seems like it is a step up from Junior's invite to Bucks camp, but not anything near what Lockett was signed for.

It may not be official yet (i.e. contract signed, physical passed, etc). The Sixers website doesn't mention anything about it nor is he listed on their roster.

[MUfan12]

or this is a deal that will pay him for a month of training camp.

I think this is the case. The staff wasn't pleased with how he handled the decision, but I don't think there would be any pettiness.

[MuMark]

Trent Lockett ‏@T_Lockett22  15m 
@Vander13lue caught wind that my dog signed. Congrats bro, I'm happy for you! Keep grindin, that's all we know...

[MUHoopsFan2]

It may not be official yet (i.e. contract signed, physical passed, etc). The Sixers website doesn't mention anything about it nor is he listed on their roster.

Agreed it is not official yet....because I went to the Sixers site on NBA.com yesterday and saw nothing of it.

Not one word about Vander's signing or camp invite...as of today.

[MUHoopsFan2]

So realistically, what are his chances of making the team?

Its great for him that he gets some guaranteed money but I think most of us MU fans really only care if he makes an NBA roster, not that he's going to bring in a few hundred K.

I am certainly still rooting for the guy. I hope he finds a spot somewhere.

His chance of making the Sixers IS EXCELLENT.

There is not one team in the entire league that he would have a better shot then the one he has with this team.

This team might not win 15 games and is in an obvious rebuild. Perfect place for him.

At the very least he can be a 10 th man and spend some time in the D-League for the Sixers and that is if he falls on his face...which I doubt.

On a scale of 1-10 I would give him an 8.5 chance to make it.

If his jumper is falling all camp....setting up the mid range and opening up the driving lanes he is a can't miss. 

[The Lens]

So realistically, what are his chances of making the team?

Its great for him that he gets some guaranteed money but I think most of us MU fans really only care if he makes an NBA roster, not that he's going to bring in a few hundred K.

I am certainly still rooting for the guy. I hope he finds a spot somewhere.

We have enough guys in the Association; I'm perfectly happy with Vander making a few hundred K at age 20, NBA, NBDL, Euro, Dan Fitz's Japan League, anywhere.  All I want for former MU players is for them to be successful.  Six figures in any profession is pretty good.  Whether that Terry Sanders selling outdoor media or Vander playing hoops somewhere.

[Coleman]

We have enough guys in the Association; I'm perfectly happy with Vander making a few hundred K at age 20, NBA, NBDL, Euro, Dan Fitz's Japan League, anywhere.  All I want for former MU players is for them to be successful.  Six figures in any profession is pretty good.  Whether that Terry Sanders selling outdoor media or Vander playing hoops somewhere.

You can never have enough guys in the association

[The Lens]

You can never have enough guys in the association

We've got Buzz, there will be plenty more.