Kiyan

[Bill Orange]

Is there a basketball equivalent to lacrosse players going to Canada to play box lacrosse for the summer?

It’s called the Rucker Summer League.

 

[hoopsupstate]

His form is too good to not be a consistent three point shooter. If GMAC gets him to understand what a good shot is and when he should shoot it, his percentages will really climb.

 

[McCuse]

It’s called the Rucker Summer League.

Tell them Earl "The Goat" Manigault sent ya!

 

[McCuse]

Tell them Earl "The Goat" Manigault sent ya!

 

[dasher]

On his podcast, Melo broke down Kiyan’s game and noted where he needs to show improvement. They know the assignment for this summer.

And yet Melo didn't say one word about foul shooting. KA shot 52% from the free throw line and yet before games, he didn't shoot any free throws. What I worry about with him is that he will work on the things he already does well.

 

[MG44]

It’s called the Rucker Summer League.

Agree 100% but in all honesty, if you wanna learn tough you should probably play 4 blocks off Rucker.
Whether or not you need a body a guard probably depends on who you are and what you've got to lose lol

 

[llandz]

And yet Melo didn't say one word about foul shooting. KA shot 52% from the free throw line and yet before games, he didn't shoot any free throws. What I worry about with him is that he will work on the things he already does well.

Well as someone who sat across the court from Melo and Lala in Vegas, the look on their faces every time Kiyan went to the line, tells me they know...

 

[IthacaMatt]

And yet Melo didn't say one word about foul shooting. KA shot 52% from the free throw line and yet before games, he didn't shoot any free throws. What I worry about with him is that he will work on the things he already does well.

He'll be fine from the line. He has more important stuff to work on.

 

[690West]

It’s called the Rucker Summer League.

Hahaha. Yes. The local Rucker in the 80’s and 90’s was Barry Park. And another underrated spot was our very own JD middle school with the chain nets. Even the Pearl would come to play there.

 

[Cusefan0307]

His form is too good to not be a consistent three point shooter. If GMAC gets him to understand what a good shot is and when he should shoot it, his percentages will really climb.

His balance on his jumper is awful. He needs to work on his footwork there.

 

[Brooky03]

Just popping in to say I don’t understand the sentiment that Kiyan looks like a lost cause who needs a minor miracle to become a productive player. Maybe I’m being hyperbolic, but it really seems like some fans think he just doesn’t have ‘it,’ and I struggle to see their POV. This is across multiple threads, not just this one.

Different eras and all that, but y’all remember Demetris Nichols?

 

[GHLF]

Just popping in to say I don’t understand the sentiment that Kiyan looks like a lost cause who needs a minor miracle to become a productive player. Maybe I’m being hyperbolic, but it really seems like some fans think he just doesn’t have ‘it,’ and I struggle to see their POV. This is across multiple threads, not just this one.

Different eras and all that, but y’all remember Demetris Nichols?

I think that actually might be a really good comparison, Great guy as well. He worked so hard to get better on the defensive end as well.

 

[Nicknack]

And yet Melo didn't say one word about foul shooting. KA shot 52% from the free throw line and yet before games, he didn't shoot any free throws. What I worry about with him is that he will work on the things he already does well.

Yeah, that's the concern I have. This year he came across way too confident for what he delivered on the court. I think he needs a lot of maturing and I hope this year humbled him some. I think he could be a really good college basketball player, provided he channels things appropriately.

 

[Capt. Tuttle]

He finally stopped spinning the ball before he shoots his foul shots. Kiyan will be fine next year because he wants to get better.

Spinning the ball doesn’t matter. It’s just about routine.

 

[Capt. Tuttle]

Just popping in to say I don’t understand the sentiment that Kiyan looks like a lost cause who needs a minor miracle to become a productive player. Maybe I’m being hyperbolic, but it really seems like some fans think he just doesn’t have ‘it,’ and I struggle to see their POV. This is across multiple threads, not just this one.

Different eras and all that, but y’all remember Demetris Nichols?

You could see that DNic had the tools, just needed some seasoning. Not sure about Kiyan. Hard to break the “me ball” habit.

 

[Hopkins16]

You could see that DNic had the tools, just needed some seasoning. Not sure about Kiyan. Hard to break the “me ball” habit.

He got it from his papa.
Problem is, he’s not his papa.