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USA Today Interview with Anthony Davis
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:05 pm
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:05 pm
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:10 pm to hendersonshands
He said he weighed in on the pick of Buddy Hield.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:11 pm to hendersonshands
AD may have a fine coming his way lol
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:13 pm to hendersonshands
Was just coming to start a thread about AD but I'll leave it here. He has apparently been more active in personnel decisions.
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As soon as he laid his eyes on the Oklahoma star, Davis became a fan. Later, he gave his opinion to the front office regarding the team's sixth overall pick.
Anthony Davis recently sat down for an interview with USA Today and revealed a number of his personal thoughts to journalist Nancy Armour.
The topics ranged from Buddy Hield and the 2016 Draft to Terrence Jones to the role NBA athletes can play within their communities in light of all the tragic shootings across the country.
When asked about Wade returning to his birthplace to play for the Bulls, however, Davis decided to not offer an opinion, claiming he doesn't like to get into the affairs of others. But, he did weigh in on the Pelicans recent decision to sign Terrence Jones. "We're just looking for talent. We need guys who are going to come in and play hard for us. Go out there and compete every night. They've been looking at him; they think he can do so -- it's going to be interesting to see how he fits with us."
Davis is hopeful that he and Jones can form a potent frontline again. "He's very physical, can push the ball up the floor, great flasher, can drive to the basket. I don't think there are not a lot of bigs who can guard him. I think we complemented each other at Kentucky and hopefully we can do that here in New Orleans."
Davis was next asked about Buddy Hield, specifically about whether he had played with him or in the past. "No. {AD chuckles} I didn't know who he was before this past season, but when I watched a lot of Oklahoma games, the first thing I said was, 'we've got to get him.' He's an exceptional player, he can score the ball." Armour then asked, "Did you weigh in on the pick at all?" Davis replied, "Yes, I did." It's great to see the organization continues to keep Anthony Davis in the loop.
With the recent departure of Kevin Durant, small market teams must strive to maintain the healthiest of relationships with their stars if they have any hope of retaining them for the duration of their careers.
At least it was nice to read again that Davis is still a huge fan of the Crescent City. "I love New Orleans. Great city. The food is amazing, the people are amazing. The fan love is amazing. I love being here."
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Despite their salary cap limitations, the New Orleans Pelicans improved their roster significantly on Thursday with former Rockets power forward Terrence Jones agreeing to a one-year, league minimum contract, league sources confirmed.
Jones accepted the Pelicans' league minimum contract offer that's valued just more than $1 million for an opportunity to be reunited with his former University of Kentucky teammate, Anthony Davis.
Sources say Davis played a role in helping sway Jones toward the Pelicans. The Rockets did not extend Jones a qualifying offer last month, thus allowing him to become an unrestricted free agent.
In Jones, 24, the Pelicans are getting an emerging player, who has battled injury issues, but averaged 10.4 points and 5.8 rebounds during his four seasons with the Houston Rockets.
Although Jones' primary position is power forward, he can play multiple positions that includes small forward. Pelicans coach Alvin Gentry is likely to take advantage of opportunities where he uses various lineups that could include Davis shifting to center when paired with Jones at power forward.
This post was edited on 7/18/16 at 12:15 pm
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:27 pm to Mickey Goldmill
Atleast if it doesn't work out AD can't blame the FO
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:41 pm to hendersonshands
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Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:49 pm to Mickey Goldmill
Does AD "get" New Orleans in you guys' opinion? Like Baron David and Chris Paul seemed to "get" it. They lived in the city, went to the restaurants and night clubs, put down some roots.
Does AD have a place in the CBD or WHD or Garden District?
I feel strongly that with the Pelicans/Saints ties, every new player should have an introductory dinner with a member of the other team who "gets" New Orleans. Talk about where to live, where to go, etc. etc.
Would definitely have Drew Brees taking Buddy Hield out for oysters at Drago's or something.
Does AD have a place in the CBD or WHD or Garden District?
I feel strongly that with the Pelicans/Saints ties, every new player should have an introductory dinner with a member of the other team who "gets" New Orleans. Talk about where to live, where to go, etc. etc.
Would definitely have Drew Brees taking Buddy Hield out for oysters at Drago's or something.
This post was edited on 7/18/16 at 12:51 pm
Posted on 7/18/16 at 12:55 pm to SirWinston
AD lives in old metry
He gets it, he's just younger and more reserved.
He gets it, he's just younger and more reserved.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 1:06 pm to GynoSandberg
Definitely. AD is a very lowkey shy dude, but he is really embracing the city. He works out here and lives here in the off season, his barber is a NOLA guy who has become AD main ace and they hang out in the city ( I recommend him in on IG) and AD is very close with the main office on decisions which shocked me.
Honestly I can't ask for more. I know cp3 was a main stay at a church I used to attend, but AD is a man of his word I suppose.
It won't suprise if he wanted to go to the Bulls some point in his career. He really stressed how much he loved his city, so its understanding
Honestly I can't ask for more. I know cp3 was a main stay at a church I used to attend, but AD is a man of his word I suppose.
It won't suprise if he wanted to go to the Bulls some point in his career. He really stressed how much he loved his city, so its understanding
Posted on 7/18/16 at 1:39 pm to GynoSandberg
It's crazy, I was just listening to the Woj podcast on Saturday driving out of town and he was talking to RC Buford.
I never realized how much they incorporated Duncan into so many aspects of the decision making. How they felt in doing so it gave Duncan a feeling of inclusion and ownership for the team and it's identity.
I said to myself I wonder if Demps will take those sort of lessons from his time their and apply them to Davis. Guess I have my answer.
I never realized how much they incorporated Duncan into so many aspects of the decision making. How they felt in doing so it gave Duncan a feeling of inclusion and ownership for the team and it's identity.
I said to myself I wonder if Demps will take those sort of lessons from his time their and apply them to Davis. Guess I have my answer.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 2:45 pm to SirWinston
Are you asking if he makes groceries?
Posted on 7/18/16 at 3:04 pm to Silverfoxx
Can your barber cut a nice razor style medium fade ? And lemme get that name
Posted on 7/18/16 at 3:26 pm to chesty
Never saw CP3 or BD announce a headliner at Voodoo Fest.
Posted on 7/18/16 at 5:07 pm to Silverfoxx
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I recommend him in on IG
what's the account?
Posted on 7/18/16 at 5:29 pm to SirWinston
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USA Today Interview with Anthony Davis
Does AD "get" New Orleans in you guys' opinion?
Posted on 7/18/16 at 6:44 pm to THRILLHO
Is that reg size NBA basketball
Posted on 7/18/16 at 9:49 pm to goatmilker
Playing against New Orleans' own DJ Manny Fresh, former Cash Money Records producer.
Posted on 8/2/16 at 12:54 pm to Mickey Goldmill
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averaged 10.4 points and 5.8 rebounds during his four seasons with the Houston Rockets.
1. Isn't that a better avg than DHoward?
2. Not easy to avg 10.4 ppg with Harden on ur team. I'm assuming most of those point we from put backs.
Posted on 8/3/16 at 7:38 pm to hendersonshands
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While AD was in Chicago
nb4hegone
Posted on 8/3/16 at 9:29 pm to WeeWee
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