Day 1 DJ

[jeffreyweee]

"Commits a quick foul. Sends Dominic James to the line but he's a good free throw shooter so that can always backfire."


hahhahah

[MU in Miami]

heard that one too.  but he was OK from the line today.

interesting last 1.7 seconds.  sanders is a catch

[4everwarriors]

Memphis last shot was after the buzzer. Should be OT.

[MU in Miami]

Box score:

http://www.nba.com/summerleague/games/20100713/MILMEM/gameinfo.html#nbaGIboxscore

[HoopsMalone]

James did not get through that screen when he was guarding OJ Mayo. Not a good sign for someone whose strength will need to be on the ball defense.  Maybe he did better than that play suggests, though, and OJ Mayo is a pretty good player.  I am actually surprised Mayo is in summer league.

He can probably stay in front of most players in the league one on one, but he will likely get screened and not be able to close out very well on shooters and might have trouble with pick and rolls.  This perhaps more than his FT shooting might keep DJ out of the NBA.

[MU in Miami]

Just one play, and certainly not the highlight of DJ's play during the game.  He had one rebound & foul over Thabeet that made the crowd happy.  Reminded me of the block he made during the tenn game.

OJ had a pretty tepid game overall

[MUCrew]

Bulls win by 29 tonight (up 20 for most of the game) and Jerel didn't get in. 

[DomJamesToTheBasket]

So far DJ has not really shown up in the box scores.  I have watched over 90% of his play and he is definitely not looking for his shot....he very rarely goes for rebounds as he makes sure to get back on defense.  He has had some unfortunate turnovers at the top of the key when doubled,  but definitely not by being sloppy.  He has definitely created a lot of opportunities slashing in to the interior.  His ability to change speeds with the dribble is second to none!  He can get to the lane at will,  but it is apparent that he has to dish at the higher levels.  There is no way he can finish consistently amongst the trees.  His lack of size also comes up on the defensive end.  He is a definite "bulldog" with his on ball pressure,  but his lack of length really gets exposed on picks.  The thing is,  he has created loads of turnovers with his defense in these situations!  He plays so close of pressure defense that half of the time the guy setting the pick gets called for an offensive foul for moving!  It doesn't show up in the box score,  but he has caused around a half dozen turnovers by drawing offensive fouls in these two games!!!  If he ever makes the League,  it will be based on his tenacious on ball defense!  He has a place on the right team.  It is worth noting that Dominic went from not on the Summer League team to playing by far the most minutes at PG......and all minutes in crunch time!  He is a true PG that gives his all on defense and his athleticism allows him to be very effective!  Hopefully his NBA dreams will come true someday!!!  The alternative isn't so bad either,  travel the world and make money playing a game you love!  Shine on you crazy diamond!

[4everwarriors]

If anyone watched tonight's Summer League game of Bulls vs. Clippers, you saw John Lucas take advantage of his opportunity to impress. Compare Lucas and DJ and tell me which of the two free agents you'd like to see running on the point for your team.

[DomJamesToTheBasket]

If anyone watched tonight's Summer League game of Bulls vs. Clippers, you saw John Lucas take advantage of his opportunity to impress. Compare Lucas and DJ and tell me which of the two free agents you'd like to see running on the point for your team.

John Lucas III was on the Bucks summer team a couple of years ago.  He is a fringe NBA player that could have a good role on the right team.  I remember some articles about him working with the Bucks coaches on his shot to great avail.  It would be good to see him make it because he seemingly works very hard on improving his game....not a type that has all of the natural ability,  but blows it with laziness!

[ohiomarqfan]

I agree with DomJamesToTheBasket. His D has been impressive especially when matched with a talent like OJ Mayo. With the way the Bucks play under Skiles it may be enough to get him into preseason and then if he can ever get his shot going...maybe he can make it as the 3rd point guard/15th man.

[westcoastwarrior]

Mayo is playing summer ball to sharpen his skills at point guard.  He was moved from the 2 to the 1 late last season.....and Memphis wants to keep him at the 1 in the comming year.