<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Chungster:</div><div class="quote_post">This is ridiculous. How did these players even make the NBA, when they're going to go back to a lower level of Basketball? These scouts better smarten up and wisely consider players to go to the NBA.</div> The minor league idea is intended for players that were drafted for their "potiential" but unable to contribute right away (i.e. Darko, Ebi, PErkins)
<div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">The minor league idea is intended for players that were drafted for their "potiential" but unable to contribute right away (i.e. Darko, Ebi, PErkins)</div> And then more HS players, who are afraid of being sent to the minors, would just go to college, even if it is for one year.
this is one of the best idea, i seriously wonder y the nba dont have it like baseball like u can call up people if u dont have enuf people
wat do u think of this article about kobe and ai Kobe for Iverson---Dream or nightmare trade? Commentary on possible Kobe-for-Iverson trade In the August 2002 issue of Philadelphia magazine, Kobe Bryant appears on the cover wearing a retro Sixers uniform. The number on the jersey is 23 which, of course, was what Jellybean Joe--Kobe's father--wore on his shirt during his Philly career. Curiously, 23 was Michael Jordan's number, too, and we all know Kobe's dream has always been to be like Mike. "Kobe's game is all Philly," said Philadelphia magazine, "because he works his ass off." Kobe is from Philadelphia. And boy, does he need some brotherly love these days. In the 2002 NBA All-Star Game which Philadelphia hosted, Kobe was booed by the local fans because of something he said about Allen Iverson. Something about swearing he'd cut the Answer's heart out in a faceoff. But that's all forgotten. Time heals all wounds and I'm sure at this point of the regular season, Philly fans revere Kobe more than A. I. despite the Colorado incident. Kobe in a Philly uniform isn't unimaginable. In that cover picture, Kobe didn't look bad in red-white-and-blue. Maybe better than in purple and gold. I thought to myself--What about the Answer in purple and gold? Hey, that would be some switch. With rumors flying of an impending Iverson trade, you couldn't think of a more even swap. Kobe for Iverson. A deal made in heaven--or in hell? The Sixers live and die with Iverson and it's a situation that's unnerving. A. I.'s the team's go-to guy but at six-foot flat or shorter, he just isn't as potent when he's doubled by players much taller and much bigger. Philly's lack of a post threat to invite the double makes it easier for defenders to clamp down on the scrawny Iverson. For A. I. to play to his full potential, he's got to be paired with a dominant big man like a Shaq. Imagine a two-man strong side game anchored on Shaq and the Answer. Kobe would be a perfect fit in the Sixers system. Philly could use a two-guard who can slash, shoot, score, and do what Kobe does. Moving to Philly will finally free Kobe from Shaq's daunting shadow. At Philly, Kobe will be the star, the only star. No more jealousy. No more backbiting. Kobe will be among hometowners and he'll be the king of the city. They're both natural point guards although Kobe has the ability to play the three-spot and the Answer could slide to the point. Together, they entered the league in 1996. Bryant is 25 and Iverson, 28. Imagine another Finals matchup between the Lakers and the Sixers who squared off for the title in 2001. If the teams arrange the swap, the drama would be gripping. Iverson in L.A. purple and gold versus Bryant in Philly colors will light up the NBA like sparks from a rocket. The human angle in the confrontation would build emotions to a high. The Finals would recall the storied rivalry of Magic and Bird. Iverson should be comfortable in L.A., more than Kobe ever was. The tattoos all over the Answer's body are a welcome sight for Los Angeles' glitzy hip-hop fans. Besides, Iverson has grown to dislike Philly. Remember when he felt maligned by the Philly press during his gun-toting, wife-searching adventure two years ago. With his wild ways, Iverson would be more acceptable by the tolerant L.A. crowd. Iverson seems to have worn out his welcome in Philly. Just ask Larry Brown or Randy Ayers or Chris Ford. Iverson needs a Shaq to survive. Without a dominant big man, Iverson is an easy target for double and triple teams. He doesn't have the height to see beyond outstretched arms and that's why he has difficulty passing against the pressure. With Shaq drawing the double, the Big Aristotle will look for Iverson to kick out to. And there's no quicker player to escape the defense without the ball. At L.A., Kobe will never emerge to be the Lakers top dog unless Shaq leaves, retires or decides to play with an arm tied behind his back. When the Lakers won three straight titles, Shaq won three straight Finals MVPs even as it's widely accepted L.A. couldn't have clinched without Kobe. If Kobe ever hopes to become a Finals MVP, he's got to move to another home--Philadelphia is waiting. One other thing, Kobe's too laid-back for L.A. He'll feel right at home in Philly. The Sixers are crying out for a big guard. Their backcourt is woefully undersized. Eric Snow and Iverson are no match for the bigger guards in the league. If Iverson lands in L.A., there's no doubt the Tinseltown fans will roll out the red carpet for the Answer and his cornrows. Just like the Philly crowd will welcome Kobe with open arms. Kobe says he's considering other options next year. Iverson isn't happy in Philly. A switch might just work. Posted by Joaquin Henson - Mar 22 2004 3:54AM
This is going to be great if it in fact does come through... I hope they televiase some games! Maybe LA's games! Or maybe Bakersfield (the biggest city in California) can get a team!
A minor league is going to lead to A LOT of players coming out of high school to develop, and leave a lot of teams taking chances on guys out of high school. It'll also see a lot of unready players leaving college early. I like the idea though, bball players need a place to develop, a lot of players like Carl English play in the NBADL, but when they get an NBA contract, they cant be kept with the team for long. So, if the player is in the minor league system, he'd get an NBA contract for sure.
I think it is a great idea. It would be just like hockey and baseball with their minor league teams. This way the NCAA wins with having better talented players stay in school and more underrated players will get more recognition playing for the farm team.
This is a superb idea, would keep Darko Milicic off the bench and he would be actually able to gain some experience and actually become better.
There are other ways this would be benefical for teams in the NBA,say a really overated player gets drafted and gets a big contract since he is a bust they send him and his huge contract to the minor leauge and the team could make more cap room.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting notMuchgame:</div><div class="quote_post">The minor league idea is intended for players that were drafted for their "potiential" but unable to contribute right away (i.e. Darko, Ebi, PErkins)</div> And their play in this minor league will convince their team from the NBA to give them certain amount of minutes they were never getting?
^It's more like a farm system in hockey and baseball. It's about developing the young players that could make the team in a few years while playing consistent minutes elsewhere. This way players can be drafted by teams and still go to college/play professionally overseas to develope their game. Also if one player goes down on your team you would go into your farm system and bring someone in to take his place until he comes back. I think you are from Toronto so an example would be the Maple Leafs farm team is in St. Johns. The players they draft are on that team or on their respective college teams. The players on the farm team can be called up when someone is needed. This system would be much better than the NBDL. No more 10 day contracts, this forces teams to scout hard for talent to develope.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Chungster:</div><div class="quote_post">And their play in this minor league will convince their team from the NBA to give them certain amount of minutes they were never getting?</div> No, the minors gives those players a chance to log meaningful minutes and develop their game oppose to warming the bench all day
a minor league would also come in handy for injury assignments. Comin' off an injury you go down to the minors for a few games and get your groove back then head back up the L.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting notMuchgame:</div><div class="quote_post">No, the minors gives those players a chance to log meaningful minutes and develop their game oppose to warming the bench all day</div> And it would be broadcasted on TV, there would be 30 teams, and there would be a championship in this minor league?
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Dre:</div><div class="quote_post">a minor league would also come in handy for injury assignments. Comin' off an injury you go down to the minors for a few games and get your groove back then head back up the L.</div> Yea I was thinking that, I like that idea. They do it in Baseball, I dont know about hockey..I dont follow it. But I love this whole Idea, and hopefully within 5 or so years it will happen, it would help a lot of young players prepare for life in the NBA.
Any ideas when the players union and the league are going to talk it over? So the main opposition will be the players union I guess. They don't want the "detention center" and probably wouldn't like the imjury idea either (imagine webber in the minors without a fight). What could be done to appease them?
