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Larry Bird Discusses Draft Night...Sort Of

Larry Bird just met with the local media although he couldn't discuss the pending trades. I'm paraphrasing but here of some of his comments.

  • I can't speculate on trades, so I don't know what the hell you're going to ask.
  • Made a lot of strides so far this offseason, but we're not there yet. We're going to try to be active the rest of the summer. Hopefully some of the things we've been working on will come through.
  • How did the Pacers change tonight? More athletic. Got some, excuse me, Toronto got some size. And next year we'll have some cap space.
  • Knew today that Augustin and Westbrook wouldn't be available. He loved Darrell Arthur and Mario Chalmers, surprised they lasted so long in the draft.
  • Feels like a winfall night but can't talk about it, frustrating? Yes, it is disappointing we can't talk about it. I know the franchise is going in the right direction and now for next summer it puts us in position to improve further.
  • We got some good players. You might not think so, but I do.
  • Through some laughter Bird says, Kareem Rush is a hell of a player. Kravitz asks, how's his brother. Bird: His brother is better. His brother can really defend.
  • After some laughter, Bird and David Benner reiterate the fact they'd love to talk but can't or else they'll be fined.
  • The transaction date in July is too late for new players to join summer league team.
  • Direct comments about the culture of the team. The culture of the team IS going to change. We're not done yet. Notice the players picked have been in college at least three years, they're more matrue and ready to play right away.
  • Since Herb Simon is paying, maybe they should have another draft party on July 9th.

Good night, everybody. I'm off to Seattle tomorrow for vacation but will be checking in. Feel free to add FanPosts as stories change.

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1st time poster on your site

As a T-Blazer fan I’m seeking some knowledge on the trade. Does Ike bring anything of value to the trade? He was the #9 pick not too long ago, has he shown any promise? Whats the big knock on him?

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I hope Jack works out well for you. He’s always been well liked by the fans but just a little too turnover prone (goes hard to the hoop and can be out of control) to be really confident in down the stretch of games. On the plus side, he is a huge guard (strong and athletic) who will hold his own on most any 1 or 2 in the league. This last year he has really improved as a shooter. I wish him well and hope he find success with your organization.

Good Luck and thanks in advance for the feedback

by coasty141 on Jun 27, 2008 1:56 AM EDT   0 recs

Ike

Ike has a great low post game, although it is pretty deliberate. He’s also a bit of a black hole once the ball is in his hands. I love his offensive skills, but he didn’t work well in O’Brien’s system that values ball movement. He’s a great free throw shooter too, which is good because his interior moves allow him to draw fouls. In reality, he didn’t play much in Indy after he was hurt early in the season last year.

by Cornrows on Jun 27, 2008 7:46 AM EDT to parent up   0 recs

Rush Article

http://www.kansascity.com/166/story/681550.html

"Reggie Miller," Rush said. "I want to try to be the next Reggie Miller. That’s my whole take."

Very interesting. Great blog, by the way. Long-time reader…

by arrowheadaddict on Jun 27, 2008 4:09 PM EDT   0 recs

Thanks Larry

Sometimes your better off playing the game.Larry this year the game played you.You just got pritchslapped.We will remember you during the playoffs.In the words of the Shaq-daddy.Indy hows my azz taste

by b-roy's blazers on Jun 28, 2008 2:49 AM EDT   0 recs

We already have a point guard!!!

We don’t need Bayless as of right now. We traded him for a player we could use. So you and your friends that say that we got “pritchlslapped” are completly idiotic.

by pacers33 on Jun 28, 2008 6:44 PM EDT to parent up   0 recs

If Herb is Paying...

how bout we use the MLE for once instead of throwing

by Both Teams Played Hard on Jun 28, 2008 4:12 PM EDT   0 recs

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