McRoberts Played With "Relevent" Energy And Efficiency In Win
by spstevenson on Mar 25, 2010 8:48 AM EDT
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PrintJosh McRoberts was seemingly "relevant" during last night's win against the Wizards, although I wouldn't expect coach Jim O'Brien to acknowledge it.
When it was announced at Conseco "Reggie Miller" Fieldhouse that McRoberts was starting last night, my cousin and I were jubilant. This is what we came to see. Despite it meaning that the Pacers were going to fall further behind in the lottery chase (which there was no way in hell they could have lost that game if they tried), McRoberts exceeded even our expectations for his energy, efficiency and fun during the win.
In 30 minutes of play, McBob's scored 14 points on 7-of-15 shooting, grabbed a career-high 12 rebounds and blocked two shots. It was his third start of the season, which resulted from Roy Hibbert sitting last night out due to injury.
"I found out at about 4:30 (p.m.) that I was going to get the start," McRoberts told the Indianapolis Star. "Coach told me to be ready to take shots when they were available. I'm definitely not Roy. I think I can do other things to help the team, so I tried to do that."
McRoberts was there in the midst of every offensive rebound as he crashed the boards with controlled energy and prowess. Each time he entered or exited the game, he received a rousing applause from the crowd and, therefore, each time he was in the game, the crowd was a little louder than when he wasn't. Between McRoberts and Hibbert, who is one of the best cheerleader's on the bench in NBA history, they made the blow-out, ugly game fun to watch. Oh, and what did O'Brien think of McRoberts' play this time around?
"(McRoberts) got us off to a very good start," O'Brien said. "I was happy with how he played (Wednesday)."
Well, it's better than nothing from our esteemed coach. I'll take it. More links after the jump.
- AP Story
- Box Score
- NBA.com Recap
- PACERS: Inside the Game: Pacers 99, Wizards 82
Bruno's Inside The Game report has all of the numbers, notes, quotes and highlights. - Granger, McRoberts key win
Mike Wells recaps all you need to know about last night's easy victory against the Wizards. - Hibbert sits out with sprained jaw
The Indianapolis Star reports on Roy Hibbert missing only his second game in his two-year career due to injury last night. - Wizards fall on road to Pacers, tie team record with 13th straight loss
The Washington Post gives the D.C. perspective on Wednesday's game at the fieldhouse. The Post also has a story on this year's Wizards' team looking eerily similar to the mid-90's Bullets. - McRoberts sparks Pacers
Well reports on how McRoberts had one helluva game last night. - Wizards lose to Pacers, despite James Singleton's best efforts
SB Nation's Bullets Forever has the Washington blogging atmosphere covered. - Game #71 Recap: How Sweep It Is, Amirite? (or: Why Cavemen Want Their Corners)
Eight Points, Nine Seconds recaps Tuesday's win against the Pistons. - Pacers winning when it counts the least
The Green County Daily World is suffering like the rest of the Pacers fans in the world right now.
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I'm trying to look at the positives
What I SHOULD be thinking:
The progression of Rush, HIbbert, Price and McRoberts PLUS the return to health of Hansbrough is much more important than our draft pick. We were never going to overtake the bottom three so our chances of landing Wall or Turner were not that great to begin with. Let’s form a cohesive unit and hit the offseason on a positive note and hope we bring some of those good vibes next year when we start to clear off cap space and position ourselves for a run at a great free agent. This little run is our first step towards contention!
What I ACTUALLY think:
We are the guy at the co-rec that is trying a little too hard right now. Sure, we get the win but ultimately it doesn’t matter. You need a superstar to compete and you don’t get those after the 5th pick in the draft. Ugh.
How about this...
The Nets get the 1st pick and therefor take John Wall, since they already have a franchise PG they decide to put Devin Harris on the trade block. LB calls Kiki, convo goes like this:
LB: “Hey, I hear you’re looking to trade Harris”
Kiki: “Yea, you interested?”
LB: “Depends, what are you looking to get?”
Kiki: “I’ll take Granger”
LB: “No chance, how about our first round pick next year?”
Kiki: “Throw in that McRoberts kid and it’s a deal”
LB: (slams phone down)
Ok so maybe it wouldn’t go exactly like that but I’ll be honest, I’d give up our ’11 1st round pick for Harris, maybe even our 2nd round pick as well. I can see it now:
PG – Devin Harris
SG – Brandon Rush
SF – Danny Granger
PF – Josh McRoberts
C – Roy Hibbert
Sounds like a fun team to watch.
Why buy the cow, when you get the sex for free?
by return2greatness on Mar 25, 2010 11:46 AM EDT reply actions
I wouldn’t want Harris. I loved him last season, but he’s lost all heart this season. He should be there for that horrid team, but he’s not. I’ve lost all respect for that guy.
Understood
But think about it from his POV. He is clearly the best player on the team and even though there is obvious talent, no one else is stepping up. That’s got to be frustrating. Granger was frustrated earlier this year and seemed like he lost interest as well. Let’s not forget; these guys are all human. If I was in Harris’ situation I can’t say I’d be giving it everything I had on a nightly basis, I’m sure it gets to the point where you feel like you just can’t drain yourself anymore then you already have.
I’d take him in a heartbeat.
Why buy the cow, when you get the sex for free?
by return2greatness on Mar 25, 2010 5:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Considering what we’d probably have to give up, I’d have to pass. Not to mention I can’t find myself forgiving a guy who (pretty much) quits on his team. I wouldn’t say that Granger did it earlier this season, he was just having a rough shooting stretch and battling injuries, whereas Harris has completely disappeared for the team he made such an impact on last season. I’d say Lopez is the best player the Nets have. Harris is a quitter (if I can be middle school about this). He found his way right out of my good graces.
What we'd give up?
Probably our ‘11 first round pick and maybe a second. It’s not like we are gonna draft any higher then 10 with Harris on our team next year and we get an explosive PG, one of the best in the league. I completely understand your point, I just think he would be great for the Pacers, regardless of his past issues… I mean, Ron Artest made a completely unforgivable rap album but we still loved him right?
Why buy the cow, when you get the sex for free?
by return2greatness on Mar 25, 2010 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Think the Nets would accept a top ten protected pick in '11?
I’d be all for it if we could, since we aren’t giving up potential franchise talent in exchange for a guy who may or may not work out. I think he would though. Harris and Granger is a combo I’d be willing to try out.
Issue is
I think they’d also want talent. Maybe McRoberts, and given how management feels on Rush, probably Rush and first rounder might be enough, especially if they land Wall. But I’d like to see Rush for another season to see if he’s really growing, or just doing the same crap he always pulls.
Don't know..
if I’d give up Rush, I still have hope for him. Maybe we give up Price and sign Watson to another 1 yr to be the back-up? I mean, I love price but if we have Harris then we don’t really need another young PG right? The only people I definitely don’t want to see go are Granger, Hibbert, McBobs and Rush. Everyone else can be traded IMO.
Why buy the cow, when you get the sex for free?
by return2greatness on Mar 26, 2010 10:12 AM EDT up reply actions
Rush can go.
Especially if we are getting talent back. The guy is just setting you up with this late season run. He’ll be back to normal next season.
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