Ian and Keith Langford start in D-League All-Star Game on NBAtv

[T Park]

Obviously

[clubalien]

Ian is not ready for the NBA

I think you meant to say the NBA is not ready for ian!

[Gino2882]

I don't know if Ian is ready to play in the NBA in the Spurs sytem right now, but the guy has some serious athletic ability that this team currently lacks. His 4 points in yesterdays game came on an awesome alley oop dunk and a quick baby hook jumper. He was very active on the glass and I liked that. He still doesn't have the power to bang inside but his quickness and jumping ability make him a decent rebounder right now. When he boxes out he gets the rebound with ease. Ian has the potential to be a very nice player for the Spurs. Also, anyone see the two blocks Ian made? Wow that first one was impressive and with his leaping ability he can be a threat in front of the rim.

I dont think he is ready to be next to Duncan yet, but, even if he was starting right now for the Spurs he could be a threat on the weakside blocks and patrolling the basket.

Pros:

Size/Athleticism
Quick/Active under basket
Can go up and get the ball

Cons:

Little on offense
Can't hold own on the block

I think him and Splitter next year would make a great combo at center. But, he won't be ready for big minutes until late in the year next year probably.