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Sports InsiderMaurice Baker is a D-League Gem with NBA Talent.
January 21st 2008 11:15
Voting ended today for the NBA All-Star game and we’re all waiting for the final numbers with bated breath. Obviously the players that participate in the mid-season classic are the cream of the crop, with no need to beg for loose change. Actually, those sitting on NBA benches wouldn’t be seeking food stamps either, so let’s not
get ahead of ourselves.
Basically put, those who play pro-basketball to paraphrase Kanye West, are leading the good life – which is totally opposite to those who are plying their trade in the D-League. For a quick refresher on what the D-League is click here.
Recently, the D-League players displayed their talents in a four day showcase that featured ballers from all of the franchises. Cramming 14 games into four days, in Boise, Idaho, the D-League showcase had some really great players that would fit into any NBA franchise like a glove on O.J. Simpson.
Every NBA team had a scout witnessing the proceedings and they had to come away suitably impressed with some of the exciting skills on display.
Arguably, the toughest position for NBA franchises to fill is the point guard role. The one man has to run the show and is also the on-court coach. Luckily for those NBA teams that need a solid point guard to distribute the ball, would have loved the play of Maurice Baker of the Dakota Wizards.
Many contenders are in dire need of a solid back-up and Baker would be an outstanding player for teams such as the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers.
The eye opening game for Baker was when he went head-to-head with Chicago Bulls rookie, JamesOn Curry, who is currently plying his trade with the Iowa Energy. Maurice took the young wannabe Bull to school with 41 points, six assists and six steals. Oh, and perhaps the most remarkable stat of all for NBA teams that are searching for their gold ticket-esque point guard – no turnovers.
In another game, Baker grabbed 15 rebounds! Yes, a 6’1” point guard snatched 15 boards. Do we need anymore evidence that there is a potential star in the D-League? Come on Cleveland, Boston et. al. grab Maurice Baker before he burns your squad playing for an opposing team.
Today’s video is of Maurice Baker and that 41 point performance.
Maurice Baker is a real NBA talent. (Garrett Ellwood/NBAE/Getty Images)
Basically put, those who play pro-basketball to paraphrase Kanye West, are leading the good life – which is totally opposite to those who are plying their trade in the D-League. For a quick refresher on what the D-League is click here.
Recently, the D-League players displayed their talents in a four day showcase that featured ballers from all of the franchises. Cramming 14 games into four days, in Boise, Idaho, the D-League showcase had some really great players that would fit into any NBA franchise like a glove on O.J. Simpson.
Every NBA team had a scout witnessing the proceedings and they had to come away suitably impressed with some of the exciting skills on display.
Arguably, the toughest position for NBA franchises to fill is the point guard role. The one man has to run the show and is also the on-court coach. Luckily for those NBA teams that need a solid point guard to distribute the ball, would have loved the play of Maurice Baker of the Dakota Wizards.
Many contenders are in dire need of a solid back-up and Baker would be an outstanding player for teams such as the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers.
The eye opening game for Baker was when he went head-to-head with Chicago Bulls rookie, JamesOn Curry, who is currently plying his trade with the Iowa Energy. Maurice took the young wannabe Bull to school with 41 points, six assists and six steals. Oh, and perhaps the most remarkable stat of all for NBA teams that are searching for their gold ticket-esque point guard – no turnovers.
In another game, Baker grabbed 15 rebounds! Yes, a 6’1” point guard snatched 15 boards. Do we need anymore evidence that there is a potential star in the D-League? Come on Cleveland, Boston et. al. grab Maurice Baker before he burns your squad playing for an opposing team.
Today’s video is of Maurice Baker and that 41 point performance.
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