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Is Airminu finally for real?

Posted on 12/31/13 at 9:45 am
Posted by TigerinATL
Member since Feb 2005
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Posted on 12/31/13 at 9:45 am
I have been out of town and unable to watch the games, but Aminu's last few box scores have looked very good. His usual defensive stats plus a modest amount of efficient shooting. Should we chalk this up to playing teams that run and don't defend, or is he getting better?
This post was edited on 12/31/13 at 9:56 am
Posted by STEVED00
Member since May 2007
22393 posts
Posted on 12/31/13 at 9:48 am to
quote:

I have been out of town and unable to watch the games, but Aminu's last few box scores have looked very good. His usual defensive stats plus a modest amount of efficient shooting. Should we chalk this up to playing teams that run and don't defend, or is he getting better?


He has basically been playing the 4 on offense and the 3 on Def and has been excelling. He and Ryno really compliment each IMO. Plus his ability to finish in transition has been outstanding this season.
Posted by RonFNSwanson
University of LSU
Member since Mar 2012
23194 posts
Posted on 12/31/13 at 9:59 am to
He has definitely improved. Plays smarter, Rarely shoots outside, tries to get to the rim. Basically, I think is learning his role on the team and it is working.
Posted by Gtothemoney
Da North Shore
Member since Sep 2012
17715 posts
Posted on 12/31/13 at 10:15 am to
I'd be happy if the only time Aminu shot was on transition. He jumps so easy. He's a crowd pumper with his dunks. Howeva, he shouldn't shoot the ball in a regular set offense.

I'm ok with him getting put backs too.
Posted by NorthshoreTiger76
Pelicans, Saints, & LSU Fan
Member since May 2009
80224 posts
Posted on 12/31/13 at 10:40 am to
He has improved can hit some jumpers from time to time
Posted by Hazelnut
Member since May 2011
16437 posts
Posted on 12/31/13 at 10:44 am to
I think he's definitely stepped up his game. In the past he would play like this for a few games then go back to being completely useless. He hasn't regressed yet this time (*knocks on wood*). He just looks more comfortable in his role and isn't trying to do too much. There were a couple of times last night where he would dribble too much and he realized that and quickly got the ball to someone else. Seeing stuff like that is encouraging. Plus his shot has slightly improved.
Posted by CecilShortsHisPants
One Foty Fo uh uh Magnolia Screet
Member since Oct 2012
2874 posts
Posted on 12/31/13 at 3:55 pm to
He still leads the league in "dribble off own feet" turnovers. However, his rebounding ability has shocked me to this point.
Posted by corndeaux
Member since Sep 2009
9634 posts
Posted on 12/31/13 at 4:15 pm to
According to this site Aminu is among the top players in the league.

These guys are quite smart, but that is a bit ridiculous. I do think Aminu is much better than people generally believe. His biggest flaws are the most obvious things to see, while his strengths are tougher to discern.

Regardless, they need to bring him back on a long term deal this summer, especially if they aren't moving Anderson
Posted by MrBlue105
chillin with the BWC - anaconda
Member since Apr 2013
6602 posts
Posted on 12/31/13 at 5:27 pm to
His play is one of the few things that can make Ryno work. The Jrue, Tyreke, AFA, Ryno, and AD lineup is much better than the alternative imo.
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