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• 09.10.11
  Iman Shumpert Will Show What Kind of a Coach Mike D’Antoni Really Is 2008 NBA Draft, 2011 NBA Draft, Basketball, Chauncey Billups, Chris Paul, Derrick Rose, Landry Fields, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, NBA Free Agency 2011, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion, US Cities | Comments Off

  In the 2011 NBA draft, the New York Knicks spent their 17th overall selection on combo-guard Iman Shumpert.  The Georgia Tech junior was a surprise to some and received mixed reviews by Knicks faithful, who were hoping the club would look to improve their interior defense. The 6'5" guard figures to join the Knick rotation immediately, but he may have the potentital to be much more than just a role player.  The coaching ability of head coach and offensive mastermind Mike D'Antoni will go a long way in determining how good Shumpert can be. Shumpert is the clay of which every coach ...
• 06.28.11
  2011 NBA Draft: 3 Reasons Iman Shumpert Is a Steal for the New York Knicks 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction | Comments Off

  We heard the boos when Iman Shumpert was selected as the New York Knicks' 17th overall pick of the 2011 NBA Draft.But Shumpert is a steal for the Knicks, and he will prove it. He already proved to coach D’Antoni he can shoot the ball, D’Antoni told the New York Post.I’m going to give you three other reasons why Shumpert will succeed in New York. 1. Defense, defense, defense.The Knicks allowed 105.7 opponent points per game last season, which put them 28th in a league of 30 teams.Shumpert’s strong point is defense, which is why the Knicks chose him. Last season ...
• 06.28.11
  2011 NBA Draft: 3 Reasons Iman Shumpert Is a Steal for the New York Knicks 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, New York Knicks, Preview/Prediction | Comments Off

  We heard the boos when Iman Shumpert was selected as the New York Knicks' 17th overall pick of the 2011 NBA Draft.But Shumpert is a steal for the Knicks, and he will prove it. He already proved to coach D’Antoni he can shoot the ball, D’Antoni told the New York Post.I’m going to give you three other reasons why Shumpert will succeed in New York. 1. Defense, defense, defense.The Knicks allowed 105.7 opponent points per game last season, which put them 28th in a league of 30 teams.Shumpert’s strong point is defense, which is why the Knicks chose him. Last season ...
• 06.27.11
  NBA Draft Review: New York Knicks Pick Iman Shumpert Has New York State of Mind 2011 NBA Draft, Basketball, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion, Preview/Prediction, US Cities | Comments Off

  By now, everyone has gotten an idea as to what Knicks' first round selection Iman Shumpert will do on the court. It's clear that he's a defensive-minded guard whom the Knicks are excited can defend multiple positions. There's an aggressive nature to Shumpert's game, as he carries himself with a certain toughness that his new team seems to lack.  His low shooting percentages have been a constant knock on his game. That being said, if you're shooting ability is your biggest problem, that may very well be a positive. A player can always work on and improve his shooting, whereas ...
• 06.27.11
  NBA Draft Review: New York Knicks Pick Iman Shumpert Has New York State of Mind 2011 NBA Draft, Basketball, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion, Preview/Prediction, US Cities | Comments Off

  By now, everyone has gotten an idea as to what Knicks' first round selection Iman Shumpert will do on the court. It's clear that he's a defensive-minded guard whom the Knicks are excited can defend multiple positions. There's an aggressive nature to Shumpert's game, as he carries himself with a certain toughness that his new team seems to lack.  His low shooting percentages have been a constant knock on his game. That being said, if you're shooting ability is your biggest problem, that may very well be a positive. A player can always work on and improve his shooting, whereas ...
• 06.27.11
  New York Knicks Draft Results: Were There Better Options Than Iman Shumpert? 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  As you may know, I was pleading with the New York Knicks front office to trade up in Thursday's NBA Draft, hoping they would nab either Jimmer Fredette or a center that isn't named Jared Jeffries.However, as any lifelong Knicks fan could have suspected before David Stern even approached the podium, I was going to be sorely disappointed.The Knicks politely waited their turn to draft at No. 17, and opted for Georgia Tech's Iman Shumpert—a player that was easy to forget once the college basketball season ended.Apparently, nobody saw this coming. In fact, Shumpert was the first pick of the ...
• 06.27.11
  New York Knicks Draft Results: Were There Better Options Than Iman Shumpert? 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  As you may know, I was pleading with the New York Knicks front office to trade up in Thursday's NBA Draft, hoping they would nab either Jimmer Fredette or a center that isn't named Jared Jeffries.However, as any lifelong Knicks fan could have suspected before David Stern even approached the podium, I was going to be sorely disappointed.The Knicks politely waited their turn to draft at No. 17, and opted for Georgia Tech's Iman Shumpert—a player that was easy to forget once the college basketball season ended.Apparently, nobody saw this coming. In fact, Shumpert was the first pick of the ...
• 06.24.11
  2011 NBA Draft: Why the New York Knicks Made the Right Choice with Iman Shumpert 2011 NBA Draft, Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Chauncey Billups, Dwyane Wade, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion, US Cities | Comments Off

  With the 17th pick of the 2011 NBA Draft, the New York Knicks selected guard Iman Shumpert out of Georgia Tech. According to the reaction of the large Knick fan contingent just across the Hudson River at the Prudential Center, the Knicks fans were clearly unhappy with the team’s first-round selection. Spike Lee was also a bit surprised at the pick.When he was asked his opinion, he basically told ESPN that he didn’t know who Shumpert was and that Knicks fans have to deal with the pick even if they don’t agree with it. Knicks fans have voiced their frustration ...
• 06.24.11
  2011 NBA Draft: Why the New York Knicks Made the Right Choice with Iman Shumpert 2011 NBA Draft, Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, Chauncey Billups, Dwyane Wade, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion, US Cities | Comments Off

  With the 17th pick of the 2011 NBA Draft, the New York Knicks selected guard Iman Shumpert out of Georgia Tech. According to the reaction of the large Knick fan contingent just across the Hudson River at the Prudential Center, the Knicks fans were clearly unhappy with the team’s first-round selection. Spike Lee was also a bit surprised at the pick.When he was asked his opinion, he basically told ESPN that he didn’t know who Shumpert was and that Knicks fans have to deal with the pick even if they don’t agree with it. Knicks fans have voiced their frustration ...
• 06.24.11
  2011 NBA Draft Grades: Why the NY Knicks Will Regret Drafting Iman Shumpert 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  The New York Knicks were finally relevant again last year. Well, they were relevant for positive reasons. They signed A'mare Stoudemire to a big contract last summer, acquired Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups at the trade deadline and drafted Iman Shumpert with the 17th pick in the 2011 NBA Draft.Two out of three isn't bad.Seriously, what were the Knicks thinking with this pick? I understand that they need some kind of a defensive stopper, and Shumpert is a strong defensive player, but there were better options available for them.For example, Kenneth Faried, who was drafted by Denver at No. 22, ...
• 06.24.11
  2011 NBA Draft Grades: Why the NY Knicks Will Regret Drafting Iman Shumpert 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  The New York Knicks were finally relevant again last year. Well, they were relevant for positive reasons. They signed A'mare Stoudemire to a big contract last summer, acquired Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups at the trade deadline and drafted Iman Shumpert with the 17th pick in the 2011 NBA Draft.Two out of three isn't bad.Seriously, what were the Knicks thinking with this pick? I understand that they need some kind of a defensive stopper, and Shumpert is a strong defensive player, but there were better options available for them.For example, Kenneth Faried, who was drafted by Denver at No. 22, ...
• 06.24.11
  2011 NBA Draft Grades: New York Knicks and 10 Teams Who Didn’t Help Themselves 2011 NBA Draft, Blake Griffin, Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade, John Wall, LeBron James, NBA, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off

  After Thursday's 2011 NBA draft, many teams were able to improve their rosters and patch up any loose ends that may have held them back in the past.It's the main reason why the draft is held in the first place, to allow teams to secure talent that will help them now or down the road.But how often do teams fail to address their major needs and draft other options that seem pedestrian?Believe it or not, it happens quite a lot.This year was no different.Here are the top 10 teams that did little to nothing to help their own cause on ...
• 06.24.11
  2011 NBA Draft Grades: New York Knicks and 10 Teams Who Didn’t Help Themselves 2011 NBA Draft, Blake Griffin, Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade, John Wall, LeBron James, NBA, New York Knicks, Rankings/List | Comments Off

  After Thursday's 2011 NBA draft, many teams were able to improve their rosters and patch up any loose ends that may have held them back in the past.It's the main reason why the draft is held in the first place, to allow teams to secure talent that will help them now or down the road.But how often do teams fail to address their major needs and draft other options that seem pedestrian?Believe it or not, it happens quite a lot.This year was no different.Here are the top 10 teams that did little to nothing to help their own cause on ...
• 06.24.11
  NBA Draft 2011: What to Make of New York Knicks’ Pick of Iman Shumpert? 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  The Knicks surprised everybody last night by drafting Georgia Tech guard Iman Shumpert. As an avid college basketball fan and somebody who follows the sport almost religiously, I can honestly say my first reaction was, "What?! Who?! The Knicks did it AGAIN!"While I didn't have the opportunity to catch a Yellow Jacket game this season and know little firsthand about Shumpert, it's obvious that he has great size for a point guard at 6'5". He's a gifted athlete, and his size and length will allow him to guard up to three positions in the NBA.Replacing the outgoing Donnie Walsh, interim ...
• 06.24.11
  NBA Draft 2011: What To Make of New York Knicks’ Pick of Iman Shumpert? 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  The Knicks surprised everybody last night by drafting Georgia Tech guard Iman Shumpert. As an avid college basketball fan and somebody who follows the sport almost religiously, I can honestly say my first reaction was, "What?! Who?! The Knicks did it AGAIN!"While I didn't have the opportunity to catch a Yellow Jacket game this season and know little firsthand about Shumpert, it's obvious that he has great size for a point guard at 6'5". He's a gifted athlete, and his size and length will allow him to guard up to three positions in the NBA.Replacing the outgoing Donnie Walsh, interim ...
• 06.24.11
  NBA Draft 2011: Undrafted Players the New York Knicks Need to Look at 2011 NBA Draft, NBA, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  Now that the 2011 NBA draft is over, the real work begins for the New York Knicks. It's time to look for those players who can make an impact off the bench or provide the team with attributes such as shooting, rebounding, shot blocking or defense.Some are saying the Knicks didn't really address the team's need in picking PG/SG Iman Shumpert and C Josh Harrelson. Let's take a peek at some players that Knicks could bring into camp or sign as free agents.Begin Slideshow
• 06.24.11
  NBA Draft 2011 Report Card: Grading the New York Knicks at the 2011 NBA Draft 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, Josh Harrellson, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  The Jimmer Fredette to New York craze is finally over. After seeing the Sacramento Kings acquire the No. 10 overall pick in the NBA draft only to select Fredette, Knicks brass went to work. With the hype of Fredette joining the Knicks officially gone, officials were able to draft according to some sore needs for the team’s roster. Defense wins championships. It’s been proven again and again. Whether the solution for defense in New York is a defensive-minded assistant or more defensive-focused players, Donnie Walsh made sure that on one of his final days as Knicks president, he did something ...
• 06.24.11
  NBA Draft 2011 Report Card: Grading the New York Knicks at the 2011 NBA Draft 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, Josh Harrellson, NBA, NBA Atlantic, New York, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  The Jimmer Fredette to New York craze is finally over. After seeing the Sacramento Kings acquire the No. 10 overall pick in the NBA draft only to select Fredette, Knicks brass went to work. With the hype of Fredette joining the Knicks officially gone, officials were able to draft according to some sore needs for the team’s roster. Defense wins championships. It’s been proven again and again. Whether the solution for defense in New York is a defensive-minded assistant or more defensive-focused players, Donnie Walsh made sure that on one of his final days as Knicks president, he did something ...
• 06.24.11
  2011 NBA Draft Grades: NY Knicks Make Puzzling Pick with Iman Shumpert 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  When the New York Knicks were on the clock at No. 17 in the 2011 NBA draft, there were some strong expectations that the club would pursue help along an undersized front line.With Kenneth Faried, Chris Singleton and Donatas Motiejunas all still on the board, the Knicks made their fans cringe once again by selecting Georgia Tech's Iman Shumpert with their lone first-round pick.Shumpert was one of the biggest risers in the draft class after his impressive showing of athleticism in the weeks leading up to the event, but he's a major question mark as to what he can really ...
• 06.24.11
  2011 NBA Draft Grades: NY Knicks Make Puzzling Pick with Iman Shumpert 2011 NBA Draft, Iman Shumpert, NBA, NBA Atlantic, NBA Draft, New York Knicks, Opinion | Comments Off

  When the New York Knicks were on the clock at No. 17 in the 2011 NBA draft, there were some strong expectations that the club would pursue help along an undersized front line.With Kenneth Faried, Chris Singleton and Donatas Motiejunas all still on the board, the Knicks made their fans cringe once again by selecting Georgia Tech's Iman Shumpert with their lone first-round pick.Shumpert was one of the biggest risers in the draft class after his impressive showing of athleticism in the weeks leading up to the event, but he's a major question mark as to what he can really ...

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