re: Emmitt Williams -Jordan Brand Classic MVP-44 Pts Breaking LeBron's Scoring Record

All dunks except for 2 layups.

His only miss, was a follow up tip in attempt that he tried to dunk with one hand.

He was bumped on the play by one of his teammates face hitting his elbow. Teammate went to the dressing room.

He's crazy explosive.

Waters is going to average 5 alley oops a game next year with him the big boys we're bringing in. They can all play above the rim.

Man these all star games certainly leave zero room for defense outside the occasional steal no one is play hard for and the even more rare block

Williams literally was waiting underneath the basket for put backs with no one within 4-5 feet of him

I'm good with him hitting threes and letting the big fellas do the dunking

Was the only shot he missed the one that he banked off the backboard to himself for the slam?

not sure because I didn't see the entire thing start to finish
but would be hilarious if so
I didn't see him miss a shot

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Was the only shot he missed the one that he banked off the backboard to himself for the slam?

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Nah. He got called for a traveling on that play; so there was no shot attempt.

He missed a put back dunk early in the 2nd half I believe.

Also interesting of note, since others are talking about his energy; he actually took a charge during the 2nd half of the game. I know that is generally not a huge deal; but to do it in an all-star game setting, of all places, just goes to show what his natural tendencies are. And taking charges are considered gritty, hustle plays. The commentators even took note of him doing it in an all-star game and one said, "he took a charge? Might as well give him the MVP now. Probably the best defensive play all game."

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Hopefully we can find a veteran transfer to start at the 3

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Brandon Sampson?

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He’s off to the NBA/G-League. Not even enrolled at LSU right now

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Is this known for sure or is this just an internet rumor? You are only the 2nd person I've seen on here say it; and no one else is even hinting to it.

It would be a shame if it is true. Sampson definitely needs another year of development. Also, this team, while it will be very talented, definitely could have used his talent and experience next year. I'm sure he is looking at how Blakeney performed this year in G-League and thinking that can be him; but I would argue Blakeney was much more polished in his game last year than Sampson is now. Many were saying Blakeney should have stayed for one more year; but I think that was mostly for selfish reasons more than for his benefit, so they could see how he would do under Wade.