http://blogs.hoopshype.com/blogs/barrigon HoopsHype.com NBA Blogs Sat, 13 Feb 2010 20:57:08 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en By the start of the season, did you expect that you could play the All Star Game? Al Horford: It was one of my goals. But you know, the way I play, maybe I wasn't putting up such great stats in order to be considered. But the coaches valued the work ... http://blogs.hoopshype.com/blogs/barrigon/2010/02/13/al-horford-i-think-i-can-be-a-go-to-scorer/ What do you think about the exhibition game between the best two teams of the last Olympic Games? Jerry Colangelo: On behalf of USA basketball, we're very excited about the World Championships this summer. We're excited about coming to Europe and playing in Spain. We have very great respect for the Spanish ... http://blogs.hoopshype.com/blogs/barrigon/2010/02/12/jerry-colangelo-did-i-sweat-in-the-olympic-final-sure/ Wolves signed Ramon Sessions. Your take? Andrew Bogut: He's got a great contract in Minnesota. We wish him all the best, but I think with the point guards we have in our roster now, it would be tough to find minutes for all four with a fourth point guard. Well, the Bucks ... http://blogs.hoopshype.com/blogs/barrigon/2009/09/05/andrew-bogut-i-need-to-lead-by-example-on-and-off-the-floor/ First time in Europe? Von Wafer: Actually, this is my first time outside the U.S. and I can tell you: Athens is beautiful, amazing. I just saw the Arena where I'm going to play this season and it's fantastic. Huge. I'm just happy that people out here understand English (laughs). Can you ... http://blogs.hoopshype.com/blogs/barrigon/2009/08/19/von-wafer-i-thought-free-agency-would-be-a-lot-different/ The Wizards had the chance to reshape the roster but instead they committed to the Arenas-Jamison-Butler core. What does it mean to you? Antawn Jamison: It means a lot. It means they have the confidence that the guys can get the job done. With all the injuries we haven't been able ... http://blogs.hoopshype.com/blogs/barrigon/2008/10/20/antawn-jamison-blatche-has-yet-to-be-consistent-night-in-and-night-out/ What's your status right now with the Wizards? Linton Johnson: I have a non-guaranteed contract, but it looks good and I think I can make the team. One thing this team has is scorers. We have a lot. Every team needs a balance in order to win and that balance is ... http://blogs.hoopshype.com/blogs/barrigon/2008/10/17/linton-johnson-this-team-needs-defense/ You were in Brazil this summer, right? AJ: Yes, in Sao Paulo. I was five days over there and then I flew to Dallas to be at the adidas Basketball Experience. How was that experience with all those those young teams playing there? Did you see any interesting prospects? AJ: Yeah, definitely. There's ... http://blogs.hoopshype.com/blogs/barrigon/2008/08/12/antawn-jamison-we-have-a-chip-on-our-shoulders/ Tell us about the workouts you have done. George Hill: I've been through a lot of them, and I think it's been a wonderful experience. I really feel blessed. Do you remember any in particular where you felt really good? GH: I don't know... I can't say any in particular. I think that ... http://blogs.hoopshype.com/blogs/barrigon/2008/06/24/george-hill-i-get-the-feeling-that-i-can-be-picked-in-the-first-round/ Tell us about the workouts you have done lately and your schedule before the draft. Keith Brumbaugh: Just worked out with the Detroit Pistons and I am currently in New Orleans (Wednesday) working out with the Hornets. I had a great experience playing against the Chinese Junior National Team in Houston ... http://blogs.hoopshype.com/blogs/barrigon/2008/06/14/keith-brumbaugh-i-need-to-prove-that-the-past-is-behind-me/ Looks like 17-year-old Ricky Rubio will have to make a Harry Houdini performance in order to escape from his water-filled tank. I mean, an Euro-filled tank. A 100 percent assured 2009 lottery pick? Think again. I’ll give you some tips... “He has a 6 million euro (approximately $9.5 million) buyout”, one reliable ... http://blogs.hoopshype.com/blogs/barrigon/2008/04/07/a-sure-shot-in-2011/