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I don't think it would be a wise move at this point since he hasn't played a real game for some time. Unless they bring him of the bench with limitted minutes.
The Magic are so encouraged by Jameer Nelson's rehabilitation from shoulder surgery that they are expected to reevaluate his availability for the NBA Finals.
Nelson had surgery on February 19th and would obviously be rusty, but as team president Bob Vander Weide said, "The chance to get an All-Star point guard on the floor for 15 minutes a game -- you'd have to look at that." Vander Weide wants Nelson to take another MRI and consult with doctors, at which point we should get another update. May. 30 - 11:51 pm et
Source: Orlando Sentinel
http://www.rotoworld.com/content/pla...=115858&spln=1
I don't think it would be a wise move at this point since he hasn't played a real game for some time. Unless they bring him of the bench with limitted minutes.
I think he does attempt a comeback. Coming off the bench couldnt hurt this team right now.
Idk...its a win/win since Rafer aka Skip to my lou..is just killin them boys
He said last night on TNT that he's just hoping to be ready for pre season next year. He ain't playing. Sorry folks.
I think it's worth a shot, especially since it would most likely be him coming in as a back-up PG for short minutes. If he doesn't play well you don't play him again, and the worst thing that happens is they lose in LA. They could do that without playing him just as easily. It's not like he would be replacing a superstar anyway. It's just Anthony Johnson, although AJ hasn't been that bad.
Yeah, I wouldn't let him take Alston's minutes, but it's worth a try for him to get Anthony Johnson's playing time if he feels healthy.
Good news.
I don't want them to rush his comeback, as Magic have a good chance to knock L.A out
Whew! Jameer was the Magic's leading scorer vs the Lakers.
http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/playof...-Lakers-090531
One, Jameer Nelson was the leading scorer for Orlando in both games, torching the Lakers for a total of 55 points. He was another one of those quick point guards who have torn up L.A. throughout the season. But Nelson suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in February and won't be around to exploit the Lakers' biggest weakness. Midseason pickup Rafer Alston has had some effective games during the playoffs, but he won't lead the Magic in scoring this series.
Well being that he was their leading scorer in both wins vs. LA this year that they won by a combined 9 points they could obviously use him. But even if he comes back he won't be dropping 27 points a game like he was vs. LA so w/e.
Why mess up the team chemistry now by bringing back a rusty Jameer. This current team just eliminated the Cavs. I'm sure they bring the same matchup issues to the Lakers and they did to the Cavs.
LA matches up so much better than Cleveland does against Orlando. They have a young bigman in Bynum to throw on Howard, two long SFs in Odom and Ariza to chase Turkoglu and Lewis on the perimeter, Kobe Bryant who ensures Courtney Lee won't be playing against someone 6'3", not to mention Gasol. LA has tons of depth and isn't the one man show Cleveland is. Orlando's only chance is to go ape from the three-point line the entire series.
Orlando is much like the Rockets and the Magic are completely healthy.
remmeber ariza trying to come back last year. disaster. i dont even think he was in shape. he needs to shoot. one screen and his season could be over again. i wouldnt risk it
There are very good similarities between the Rockets and Magic.
Bad part of the matchup, Aaron Brooks aka Jameer Nelson.
I think Jameer not playing will be a reason why the Lakers win the chip this year.
It's sad but the more healthier team wins the series usually. Last year the Celts beat a Lakers team without Bynum and a fully healthy Ariza. Magic are still playing great tho but Jameer was a big reason why the won both games this year
I agree, comparing Houston and Orlando is a reach by someone hoping the Lakers struggle.
If the Lakers are smart they will take advantage of the Magic lack of size down low. Ultimately thats what determines series. I'm hoping the Lakers size up front (although soft) will be too much for Dwight. I don't think Bynum should start in this series because Odom should be in there to chase Lewis around defensively and post him up on the other end. That would be a HUGE advantage if he can exploit it.
I'm hoping Kobe doesn't play roamer defense, seeing as how all the Magic perimeter players shoot lights out. If he does Pietrus will have a field day. I'm also hoping Courtney Lee realizes he's a rookie and plays like one. That would be one less x-factor to worry about.
I actually think Fisher has a decent chance to stay in front of Rafer since they are both up there in age, but also because Turk did most of the penetration last series. But I wouldn't put it past Fisher to prove me wrong.
Ultimately, I think the defense on Lewis and Turkoglu will determine the series, also how much Pietrus can contribute. That dude played like a man. I thought he played admirable D on Lebron, even tho the stats don't prove it (Lebron avg something like 42,7 and 7), and he was knocking down daggers on the other end. Quite scary if your a Laker fan.
Luckily we have offensive post players that can make Dwight Howard play D and tire him out some. This series should not be like last years Finals and we won't get pushed around because Orlando doesn't really have any enforcers other than Dwight. Laker's big men should have a good series, especially at the four spot because Lewis isn't a natural 4 and the Lakers have good offense at that position.
If you don't think the Magic can't play defense you're sadly mistaken. This is a Van Gundy Team. Defense is cornerstone to the team. If you really want, this Magic team is like the last Rockets team JVG coached but with better athletes.
I don't think anyone is saying the Magic CAN'T play defense.
The question is who do they have to throw at Kobe? Courtney Lee, Hedo, Lewis, and Pietrus are all decent defenders but I'm not sure you can put any of those guys up there with Artest/Battier, Posey/Pierce, Prince/Hamilton, or any of the other quality defenders Kobe has gone up against in his career.
The key for LAL is Gasol. He has to be assertive in the post and force the issue there. I want to see him play like he did in Game 6 against DEN all series long. When the Lakers go into the paint and run their offense inside-out, they are incredibly difficult to stop.
The Magic aren't a great defensive team, especially when Howard is on the bench.
I think if you can deal with lebron, kobe's not that much of a step up. The problem will be Gasol and the inside guys.
Who is Gasol supposed to guard?
Best defensive rating in the league...
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