I just read an article (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/5851082/) that said Allen Iverson (AI) ripped the NBA players who didn't show up for the olympics. For the first time in my life, I agree with AI. It should be an honor for the players who were asked, but instead a whole bunch of the best stars turned them down. I have respect for the players who went (and lost) for going.
I have no respect for the men who picked this team. I'm not much of an NBA fan (although I love college ball,), but shouldn't a GM focus on picking a "team". The word team would normally include shooters, defensive specialists, true point guards, etc... Not just a whole bunch of players who are slashers and althletic. Under international basketball rules, I don't think that a bunch of slashers and a team of poor shooters is going to win against the zone and teams that play together as a "Team".
Oh well, hopefully this will show some people that having a bunch of athletes doesn't necessarily build a great team, there is skill also involved.
PS... Are you listening Quin Snyder.. YOU NEED POINT GUARDS WHO CAN PASS. A TEAM FULL OF 6 PLAYERS WHO PLAY EITHER THE 2 OR THE 3 ISN'T GOING TO CUT IT IN THE BIG 12.
PPS... I love Mizzou basketball and I respect Quin and his recruiting ability, but why hasn't he been able to recruit point guards... You figure a guy who played the positiion might just realize that it is important.
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