Damion James Game

but Crash is a decent comparison, although The Omen isn’t as reckless or aggressive as him or Artest. Maybe Shawn Marion. I notice Melo just gave up trying to go around him— James has very quick feet.
His offense definitely relies on that first step, even though I think he could post up some SFs in this league if he gave it a shot.

They have similar mentalities. Wallace is much more athletic though (he also looks longer wingspan-wise but I could be wrong). It allows him to play better defense and grab more boards. I think right now, DJames is better offensively when there’s a 4 on him. He can’t really drive by 3s right now. I’m happy with his play though. He’s playing hard, running the floor, grabbing boards, getting to the rim a lot. He’s a good fit next to Lopez and Morrow. Also nice that he could play the 4 in spurts.

I am a fan of Damion James game. The problem with many of the posters on this website (and I am sure its not just a Nets fan issue – but is all fans) is that fans want to see an All-Star caliber player at every position. Unfortunately this is not fantasy basketball, and the salary cap and 1 basketball keep that from ever being possible.

Damion James is a good (not great) hustle player who can provide physical defense, rebounding, offense in transition and hustle plays. He also doesn’t command or need the ball to be effective. That is not something to take lightly – as on a team built around a big man and DWill. You couldn’t put a guy like Carmelo Anthony on this Nets team as a replacement to Damion James because Melo needs the ball to be effective. That essentially duplicates Deron Williams – and I think would make both less effective players.

Fans should consider Damion James a rookie this year – remember he was injured for much of last year and has now missed all off-season workouts due to the lockout. It is going to be a growing process for him. But if he can provide the Nets with 20-25 minutes a game, and average 7 points and 4 rebounds – I think that is a positive.

The Nets have some good pieces already on board (DWill, Brook Lopez, Damion James, Marshon Brooks, Anthony Morrow) – and while that alone is not a playoff roster – it is a start. That is why I continue to hope that Orlando refuses to trade Dwight Howard and the Nets can sign him outright as a FA in July – as they would be able to keep Lopez and their picks – which would be a big step in the right direction for this franchise long term.

He’s not as athletic, but similarities are there. Late first round pick that crashes the boards from the wings & plays pretty aggressively/tenaciously. Lacks offensive skill. I could definitely see his upside as Gerald Wallace, just as easily as his downside could be Trenton Hassel.

I think that could be his ceiling but he is more likely to become a Battier type if he can improve his 3pt shooting.

He is tough great on the boards. If he can learn how to get some post moves he would emulate Artest game alot.

Not a starter…atleast not yet. Can’t create his own shot or stroke it with confidence yet. Slashing and defense are his strengths, which would make him the perfect sparkplug off the bench. With him and DeShawn in the game, our perimeter D would be excellent.