Jazz sign Kyle Weaver (likely to a 10-day contract)
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homeytennis
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Today the Utah Jazz announced they have signed former Thunder guard Kyle Weaver. Weaver is a 6’6 201 pound combo guard who played his college ball at Washington State. Weaver played portions of the last two season in the NBA with the Thunder totaling 68 games and has played this year in the D-League after being the final cut by the Bulls.
Most often 10 day contract players are not of great interest or long term answers. However, Weaver is a player I have always really liked as an NBA players and a potential player for the Utah Jazz. At Washington State, Weaver lead the Cougars to their brightest days. The Wisconsin native played started over 100 college games under the Bennett system of control half court basketball and was the star.
Weaver is the all time Washington State leader in assists, 3rd in steals, 7th in blocks (as a guard), 12th in rebounds, he was the first player at WSU to compile 1,000 points, 500 rebounds, 450 assists, 175 steals and 75 blocks in a career.
Weaver came to the NBA with a reputation as a strong defender and big time competitor. Two issues forced him into the 2nd round, lack of shooting and questions if he had point guard skills. In his two years with the Thunder, he shot 45% from the field and 35% from three. However, in 2009-10 he shot just 36% in 12 games before being released.
Weaver had the unteachable items, great length, super size and high running motor. What he lacks are the teachable items. NBA players learn how to shoot. Guards learn how to manage a game
This season in the D-League Weaver played 37 games and averaged 15 pts; 6 rebounds; 4 assists and a steal and a block per night. Most importantly, he shot 40% from three point range, hitting 52 of 124. Along the way Weaver had some monster nights, 32 pts, 13 rebs, 5 assists and 5 blocks followed the next ngiht with 30 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists.
At best Weaver may end up being a 5th guard on a NBA roster. However, if he has been able to truly improve his shooting and has developed an understanding of point guard play he could be a very valuable back up point guard in the NBA.
There is no better time than the final weeks of this season to get an up close look
Today the Utah Jazz announced they have signed former Thunder guard Kyle Weaver. Weaver is a 6’6 201 pound combo guard who played his college ball at Washington State. Weaver played portions of the last two season in the NBA with the Thunder totaling 68 games and has played this year in the D-League after being the final cut by the Bulls.
Most often 10 day contract players are not of great interest or long term answers. However, Weaver is a player I have always really liked as an NBA players and a potential player for the Utah Jazz. At Washington State, Weaver lead the Cougars to their brightest days. The Wisconsin native played started over 100 college games under the Bennett system of control half court basketball and was the star.
Weaver is the all time Washington State leader in assists, 3rd in steals, 7th in blocks (as a guard), 12th in rebounds, he was the first player at WSU to compile 1,000 points, 500 rebounds, 450 assists, 175 steals and 75 blocks in a career.
Weaver came to the NBA with a reputation as a strong defender and big time competitor. Two issues forced him into the 2nd round, lack of shooting and questions if he had point guard skills. In his two years with the Thunder, he shot 45% from the field and 35% from three. However, in 2009-10 he shot just 36% in 12 games before being released.
Weaver had the unteachable items, great length, super size and high running motor. What he lacks are the teachable items. NBA players learn how to shoot. Guards learn how to manage a game
This season in the D-League Weaver played 37 games and averaged 15 pts; 6 rebounds; 4 assists and a steal and a block per night. Most importantly, he shot 40% from three point range, hitting 52 of 124. Along the way Weaver had some monster nights, 32 pts, 13 rebs, 5 assists and 5 blocks followed the next ngiht with 30 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists.
At best Weaver may end up being a 5th guard on a NBA roster. However, if he has been able to truly improve his shooting and has developed an understanding of point guard play he could be a very valuable back up point guard in the NBA.
There is no better time than the final weeks of this season to get an up close look
Zerol
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the good thing about this is it looks like the Jazz will extend an invite to Weaver for the camp (whenver it is happening). If he indeed can play PG, then we can afford a smaller SG (Knight or Walker).
i hope he does well and he should be given the chance to showcase his skills given how thin we are at either guard position.
i hope he does well and he should be given the chance to showcase his skills given how thin we are at either guard position.
dantheman
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Exactly what I thought when I watched this video.
So this is what it feels like to not have an all-star and not make the playoffs.
I know they are comparing preseason numbers but he pretty much would have been an upgrade all season I think...
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homeytennis
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I think this shows that the Jazz don't think much of Ryan Thompson and Jon Scheyer as a player for the future.
LifeOnaPlate
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I'll take most D-Leaguers over Price or Bell.
I remember a lot of people on this board wanting us to pick him up earlier in the season as end of the roster guy, good move.
homeytennis
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I think he got hurt somewhere during the DLeague season and resulted being shipped from Iowa (Jeffer's team) to Austin (Marcus Cousin's team).
The Fresh Prince
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The WEAAAAVE! Oh shnap!
He had a decent rookie year, maybe if given some playing time he'll turn out to be something.
He had a decent rookie year, maybe if given some playing time he'll turn out to be something.
Thee Idiotic Minivan K
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He is there because he is a head-case not because he is unproven like Weaver.
I, too, hope this is a move with longterm implications. Having Weaver as a 3rd string combo guard with his pedigree and age is perfect, especially for a rebuilding project. The Jazz should be hunting down every high-character young fringe NBA player they can and try to recreate some of the culture that has seemingly disappeared.