The Goods Posted June 29, 2009 Report Share Posted June 29, 2009 (edited) That title is what had many general managers sliding Brandon Jennings’ name down their prospective draft boards. He’s been labeled as selfish, as a showman, and as a one man team. Front office types were asking each other, ‘Can Jennings be our point guard?’ Some see that type of play in him, but others are dazzled by his incredible skill set and athleticism. So, where does the balance lie? Jennings has a couple things going for him: First, he went overseas to play in Italy for one season after college and wasn’t ‘The Man.’ He was humbled, he had to pass the ball, everyone on his team was treated equally. Second, he’ll be coached in Milwaukee by Scott Skiles. That man is no joke. I’m not sure the two will love each other for a while; there are going to be some hard knocks in that relationship. That would make for one reality TV show worth watching. Jennings joined ESPN 540 in Milwaukee to discuss if he’s happy to be in Milwaukee, why he went overseas, and the conversation he had with Skiles. Do you wanna be a Milwaukee Buck? “First thing, I do wanna be here. I am excited that I did get picked by the Milwaukee Bucks to play for coach Scott. I’m just here to put some fans in the stands and have an exciting show every night.” Why did you go overseas? Was it because you had problems with your SAT? “The whole thing about the SAT, I was waiting for my SAT score which I never have gotten back and I just had to make a decision: whether to go overseas or workout for a year. The workout thing for a year wouldn’t have worked… So, of course I chose the route to go overseas, and I think it’s the best decision I made so far. I didn’t play a lot, but all the things I learned, I couldn’t have learned last year.” Have you spoke with coach Scott Skiles? “We did spend time together. He is a point guard, he was a point guard, he lead the NBA in assists. You know, I’m really excited, I know I can learn a lot from him… The first thing he asked me, he said, ‘Who was the point guard to lead the NBA in assists?’ And, of course, I said, ‘Mark Jackson,’ that was wrong. And, he said, ‘If you had 29, do you think I’d leave you in the game?’ And, I said, ‘Nah,’ and he said, ‘No, I would go ahead and let you break it.’ We just had a good conversation, he said I have to come in and earn my minutes, and he’s gonna be tough on me.” What NBA player does he himself morphing in to the down the road? “I like what Rajon Rondo in the playoffs and also Allen Iverson. His whole career, he’s about my size and he’s just ruthless, he doesn’t care. He plays every game like it’s his last.” http://sportsradiointerviews.com/2009/06/29/brandon-jennings-id-like-to-be-compared-to-allen-iverson/ Listen to Interview: http://www.stationcaster.com/player.php?s=71&c=501&f=28956 Edited June 29, 2009 by The Goods Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenneral Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 Why wont he just shut his mouth? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klashnekoff Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 ^ Wait? .. Your knocking a player you just drafted? .. This guy is great, he has charisma, somewhat what Iverson had. Many people who don't play basketball won't know that the game takes 75% character and mentality. The other 25% is gifted skill and athleticism. You look at Kobe Bryant, he is where he is today because of his mentality and character towards the game. Not to mention he is also skillful and athletic but his mentality reigns over all his facets of the game, he is focused night in and night out. That is what makes a player and i think Jennings has the 'potential' to be great if he has his focus in check. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenneral Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 ^ Wait? .. Your knocking a player you just drafted? .. This guy is great, he has charisma, somewhat what Iverson had. Many people who don't play basketball won't know that the game takes 75% character and mentality. The other 25% is gifted skill and athleticism. You look at Kobe Bryant, he is where he is today because of his mentality and character towards the game. Not to mention he is also skillful and athletic but his mentality reigns over all his facets of the game, he is focused night in and night out. That is what makes a player and i think Jennings has the 'potential' to be great if he has his focus in check.I've said all along that I didn't like this pick for the Bucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoke Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 Are you sure your a true Bucks fan ? I mean people are excited about this kid because you guys need a player like him to put some fans in the stans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MainEv3nt Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 so he wanna be compared to a guy who is known as the canswer and a loser. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoke Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 His game play is similar... I don't think he wants to be the cancer ^_^. He has quickness and ball handling abilities just like the younger A.I. His scoring isn't up their with his though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sun Tzu Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 I hope he doesn't. He deserves better. ^_^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flash Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 This kid is exactly what the Bucks need. He's got swagger and if he backs it up on the court he could be a star. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 Jennings first "welcome to the NBA" play from one of the vets is gonna be epic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moeroadkill Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 Jennings first "welcome to the NBA" play from one of the vets is gonna be epic.i cannot wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Multi-Billionaire Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 No wonder he's going to be a headcase Individually though, AI is a great player to look up to. Individually. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWhiTex34 Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 (edited) jennings is already one of the most immature players ever. You can just tell, not from this but you can just see that he is. Edited June 30, 2009 by DWhiTex34 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenneral Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 Are you sure your a true Bucks fan ? I mean people are excited about this kid because you guys need a player like him to put some fans in the stans.I'm not a Bucks fan because this kid is going to cause nothing but problems? Alright, you got me. I am a Bucks bandwagon fan... I enjoy cheering for teams that miss the playoffs year after year. Get real. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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