Harris, Yi Healthy, But Lopez Frustrated as Nets Push for 10
by Net Income on Mar 19, 2010 3:16 PM EDT
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The Nets are expected to put the NBA's youngest starting lineup on the floor Saturday when they face the Raptors. In declining order of age, the Nets will open with Devin Harris (27), Courtney Lee (24), Terrence Williams (22), Yi Jianlian (22 and counting) and Brook Lopez (21), with Kris Humphries (25), Josh Boone (25) and Chris Douglas-Roberts (23) likely to see a lot of action as well.
While youth has its advantages, one disadvantage can be frustration. Al Iannazzone reports that Lopez stormed off the court during practice Friday, obviously frustrated with the team's and his own difficulties. As he left the court, the Nets big man was followed by assistant coach Roy Rogers, several players and a Nets’ security person. Lopez never returned. Harris attributed his frustration to opposing teams' double and triple-teaming him. "His catches aren’t as deep as they were earlier in the year. It’s probably both on myself and him - it’s kind of a partnership that way. "We need to make more of a conscious effort that when he has deep position we need to give him the ball regardless of if he has an open shot or not."
- Reinforcements Arrive - Al Iannazzone - In the 'Zzone
- Harris, Yi back for Nets tomorrow - Fred Kerber - New York Post Nets Blog
- Nets' Harris and Yi expected back on Saturday - Tom Canavan - AP
- Brook Lopez has had enough. Finally. - Kurt Helin - NBC Sports
- Can the New Jersey Nets make it to ten wins? - Kelly Dwyer - Ball Don't Lie
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If the pretend triple teams at practice were enough to make him storm out, the real triple teams during the game must REALLY be giving him a hard time.
It’s been ugly watching Brook become increasingly more and more frustrated as these losses pile up. He needs to focus on the positives we’ve seen in his development that have come from this season. He just wants this season to end already. I just wish he wanted 10 wins more.
Maybe this is what will get the team the 10 wins. Of course if he channels this frustration against the opponent and not on himself. Take it out on the Raptors frontcourt BLo! I don’t blame him for being frustrated, he’s been the only one on the floor for every game and yet he never sees the ball in the post especially in the 4th. Kiki sucks i know, but the guards should get him the ball more.
Go Nets!
the guards should get him the ball more
Yep. sometimes he’s blowing away the enemy frontcourt and the ball just stops coming to him (as he’s about to posterize them and get em in foul trouble). But he sure needs to channel that attitude instead of just sulking and burning. And he needs more skills. Now he’s demanding an NBA double team, he’s got the chops to demand that. Well, a double team is an opportunity like a fast break or a mismatch, and Brook needs to know what to do to take advanatge.
Another T.O. in the making.
I think he is just another T.O, Me, Me, Me.
I need to put up big numbers and we win. Just give me the damn ball.
Give me the ball inside so I score. We need a PG that can pass the ball to me.
What’s next ?? Trade Me
When has he ever said any of this stuff? On the court he hardly demands the ball. One of the knocks the announcers point out is that he needs to be more assertive. if you have ever seen one of the interviews he always blames himself. I remember one time they asked him if it was his teammates fault he wasnt getting the ball. And he denied that and said that it was all his fault? how bout you actually listen to him before calling him T.O.. What an idiot. He has played hard in almost every single game he has played in. And he has played in every game this season. He is tired right about now. Give him a break. I really hope you were not serious.
by Sparklespice on Mar 19, 2010 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions
I remember
I remember when Robin Lopez broke a door after practice due to frustration. After that he started playing some good ball, he chanelled that frustration and effort into good work. THat’s what brook has to do. He is clearly frustrated he just has to keep trying, and working. This offseason will be a perfect chance to buff up, and polish his skills.
Iono
Harris and Yi both seem to come back strong after injuries, maybe it’ll yield some results this time.
"Hip-Thrust!"
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