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Carl freaking Landry

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by slcrocket, Feb 26, 2008.

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  1. slcrocket

    slcrocket Member

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    The more I watch this kid, the more blown away I am. I had frankly never heard of the guy before draft day and wasn't expecting anything--but watching the way the guy plays, wow...I haven't been this excited about a young rookie in Houston in a LONG time...

    He already does so many things that you can't teach--he's got great form and already has good range on his jump shot, and he's the quickest player in the post that I've seen in Houston in a long time. He's aggressive, athletic, and he seems to have a great attitude and work ethic.

    His knowledge of the game will only get better with experience--but he seems to have a great feel for the game already. Is it too early to say that this guy could become an all-star with a little experience? I'm trying not to be given to too much hyperbole, but wow--I don't see very many weaknesses with the guy's game (outside of his foul shooting, but I think that can/will get better).

    Morey and our scouting personnel have absolutely got my trust after this one.
     
    #1 slcrocket, Feb 26, 2008
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    Landry is playing like MANBEAST out there. I hope he continues to contribute. I also hope the Morey can pick up a C real soon.
     
    #2 rocketsmetalspd, Feb 26, 2008
  3. DJ

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    Solid thread! When I saw Carl Landry play the other night it was amazing. He is extremely athletic, an underrated dunker, and very active on both ends. I was quite amazed with his passing as well. I saw a couple plays where he throw the ball from the high post to Bobby Jackson. Carl Landry is a keeper!
     
    #3 DJ, Feb 26, 2008
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    Like I said in another thread. Landry came here with a 36 inch vertical. Increased it by 6" since he's been here. Now it's more like a 42 in. vertical. How many big men 6'9" have a 42 in. vertical? Wow just wow!
     
    #4 poprocks, Feb 26, 2008
  5. fadeawayjae

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    when I saw Landry pic from media day I was like ehh. Now seeing a after picture he worked his butt off.

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    #5 fadeawayjae, Feb 26, 2008
  6. Plowman

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    This guy reminds me of Kemp.
     
    #6 Plowman, Feb 26, 2008
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    Who would yall compare Carl to? I have been trying to find a fitting comparison but just can't seem to find one that fits right.
     
    #7 FishBulb913, Feb 26, 2008
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    Would be a poor man's shawn kemp
     
    #8 kingkow, Feb 26, 2008
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    Smaller version of Dwight Howard with a nice jump shot.
     
    #9 ekim, Feb 26, 2008
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    Ziggy QUEEN ANON

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    Would be better than Antonio Gates at TE.
     
    #10 Ziggy, Feb 26, 2008
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    we better sign him to any kind of money, this guy is going to be a star in this leauge
     
    #11 Mooch, Feb 26, 2008
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    carlos boozer lite
     
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    Yeah, I think that's a fair comparison. He's a lot like Dwight athletically and that's where the comparison ends. Landry is quicker, has a better jump shot and a few more offensive moves. He can dribble drive too. Considering his size, he's even more amazing.
     
    #13 poprocks, Feb 26, 2008
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    Before the alcoholism and b*stard kids, I hope. :D
     
    #14 count_dough-ku, Feb 26, 2008
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    Antonio McDyess???
     
    #15 fadeawayjae, Feb 26, 2008
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    wade used to be a poor man's steve francis ;)
     
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    Noticed the energy level of the team is way down without Landry in there. We just gave up a bunch of points. We had a 29 pt lead and now it's down to 22 pts. Don't let these guys back in the game!!
     
    #17 poprocks, Feb 26, 2008
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    He's gonna end up like Chuck Hayes. Yeah, he was great last year. But he contributes nothing to this team now.
     
    #18 ssp0929, Feb 26, 2008
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    Yeah,the days when men were kids!
     
    #19 Plowman, Feb 26, 2008
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    This kid rocks... great work ethics... increased his vertical by 4 inches since he's been in Houston... I'm so glad we signed him.
     
    #20 McMingDynasty, Feb 26, 2008
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