February 28, 200917 yr I think Daniel Orton reminds me a lot of DaJuan Blair from what I have seen, he along with Patterson (Please stay Pat, you need one more year!), Pilgrim, Stevenson and Harrellson coming off the bench is a formidable frontcourt along with Jon Hood, who I think will be very effective and will start from day one of stepping on campus, on the wing with Darius Miller coming off the bench and Meeks (who should stay as well) and Vilarino-someone who played Point in High school-Liggins maturing every day and Porter's veteran play, UK can be very good season. The sky is the limit next year IMO, a top five ranking, possible Final Four, National Title and SEC title are all realistic goals if all the pieces come back next year
February 28, 200917 yr Delk was a PG though, Meeks is far from it. Meeks is going to be going up against guys that are 3-4 inches bigger than he is on a nightly basis. Not to mention most of them can all handle and are just as quick as Jodie. I just think he's going to have trouble competing with the typical NBA 2G. JMO. Rick Pitino wanted to make a point guard out of Tony Delk, but Tony struggled to adapt and played very little his freshman year as a result. Tony Delk played mostly two guard in his time at Kentucky and in the NBA. He was only 6'1" but those long arms and no neck allowed him to play much longer.
February 28, 200917 yr Patterson showed a very weak spot on Wednesday... I felt that the South Carolina game greatly exposed why Patrick Patterson has some NBA scouts concerned about how his game will project on the next level. I will say, it appeared in the South Carolina game that UK players had no legs and the Gamecock players were on pogo sticks. Another two hour practice the day of the game?
February 28, 200917 yr Of course, next season's success primarily depends upon decisions by both Meeks & Patterson. I want them both to be back, but if they can make millions next season, I would be selfish to demand them to stay. . :thumb: I agree and as for the bolded, O.K., I'll say it and admit that I am and want to be selfish. I demand they stay!!
February 28, 200917 yr I felt that the South Carolina game greatly exposed why Patrick Patterson has some NBA scouts concerned about how his game will project on the next level. I will say, it appeared in the South Carolina game that UK players had no legs and the Gamecock players were on pogo sticks. Another two hour practice the day of the game? That game (and the only "game" played was by SC ) did look like that our guys were standing in quick sand. As for Patterson getting all those shots blocked I have two word.......Pump Fake.
February 28, 200917 yr I think Daniel Orton reminds me a lot of DaJuan Blair from what I have seen Daniel has about 3 inches on DeJuan, so if they're similar otherwise, I'll be very happy.
February 28, 200917 yr Daniel has about 3 inches on DeJuan, so if they're similar otherwise, I'll be very happy. I think you will be. Both are ultra-physical, with a tough work ethic. I think Orton's ripped down 2 or 3 backboards this season. Always a good sign:thumb:
February 28, 200917 yr I think you will be. Both are ultra-physical, with a tough work ethic. I think Orton's ripped down 2 or 3 backboards this season. Always a good sign:thumb: He hasn't played all season...
February 28, 200917 yr That site should have its mock draft rights revoked. Zero chance that happens. The one thing is that this years draft class is going to be pretty weak. I think normally he would have been a second rounder this year. However I think he would definitely be a first round pick this year if he came out. Which I hope he dont.
February 28, 200917 yr The one thing is that this years draft class is going to be pretty weak. I think normally he would have been a second rounder this year. However I think he would definitely be a first round pick this year if he came out. Which I hope he dont. Talked to three NBA scouts on Thursday and all said Meeks was a mid 2nd rounder...
February 28, 200917 yr Just to be clear... I said Meeks reminded me of Wade WHEN he played against UK. I believe he will be an above average PRO but no one ever knows if he could turn out to be a top five or not. No one thought Wade would be a top five coming out of college. Actually I did! That is why he became my favorite player right away, even though he destroyed UK who I love!
February 28, 200917 yr Talked to three NBA scouts on Thursday and all said Meeks was a mid 2nd rounder... Well I guess that is why I am not a NBA scout haha (Whoa this is the first time I seen all the new smileys on here.) :clap:
February 28, 200917 yr I think Daniel Orton reminds me a lot of DaJuan Blair from what I have seen, he along with Patterson (Please stay Pat, you need one more year!), Pilgrim, Stevenson and Harrellson coming off the bench is a formidable frontcourt along with Jon Hood, who I think will be very effective and will start from day one of stepping on campus, on the wing with Darius Miller coming off the bench and Meeks (who should stay as well) and Vilarino-someone who played Point in High school-Liggins maturing every day and Porter's veteran play, UK can be very good season. The sky is the limit next year IMO, a top five ranking, possible Final Four, National Title and SEC title are all realistic goals if all the pieces come back next year Billy needs to recruit an in game coach to take this team to the next level...
March 1, 200917 yr I think Daniel Orton reminds me a lot of DaJuan Blair from what I have seen, he along with Patterson (Please stay Pat, you need one more year!), Pilgrim, Stevenson and Harrellson coming off the bench is a formidable frontcourt along with Jon Hood, who I think will be very effective and will start from day one of stepping on campus, on the wing with Darius Miller coming off the bench and Meeks (who should stay as well) and Vilarino-someone who played Point in High school-Liggins maturing every day and Porter's veteran play, UK can be very good season. The sky is the limit next year IMO, a top five ranking, possible Final Four, National Title and SEC title are all realistic goals if all the pieces come back next year I wouldnt hold my breath.
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