Justice on Yao: Is he worth it?

by jasonmicron on Jun 27, 2009 2:26 AM CDT Comment 8 comments

I just noticed an article that Richard Justice posted after the end of draft night. He basically reinforces his ultimate distaste for Yao - not because of his talent, but because of his injuries.

Honestly, I must say that I about 80% agree with Justice on this one. And here is why:

Yao has been a dominant center in the NBA. This cannot, and should not, be discounted by any means. He has the potential to be a future hall-of-fame member. Unfortunately, if he cannot overcome his injuries he will always be remembered as an All-Star that "almost was".

Houston has always been a team that has based their game around their center. From Malone to Olajuwon to Yao, Houston has continually dominated the league more than any other team with their All-Star center players. What differentiates Yao from Malone & Olajuwon is his ability to stay consistently healthy and his ability to make clutch plays.

History has shown lately that Yao simply cannot avoid injury. His most recent story about his foot not healing makes me wonder if Yao is worth his weight in the money we pay him.

Should Houston move on after next year should hit foot continue to give him problems? I am beginning to lean toward that mentality, though I do have the gas left in me to cheer him on for yet another year.

I would absolutely *hate* to see Yao move on after this next season, and heaven forbid if he does move that he moves to Cleveland - that would be absolutely horrible for any team that comes across the LeBron / Yao duo - but that is again assuming that Yao will be healthy and playing.

What does thedreamshake nation think?

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Someone agrees 80% with Justice?

A new record.

"I'm just looking forward to something great happening in the city of Houston" - Tracy McGrady

Still waiting...

by DreKeem on Jun 27, 2009 2:47 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

What does thedreamshake nation think?

I think the latest announcement about Yao’s foot is overblown, and possibly nothing more than an excuse to keep the PRC’s hands off of him.

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by Only_A_Lad on Jun 27, 2009 2:48 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

and I don't mean that in the conspiratorial sense.

I mean, he really is injured. It’s just I think the public announcement that his foot hasn’t healed quickly is more of a way to make sure he doesn’t play over the next few months than a statement of significant concern. I haven’t heard anybody say that this will mean he’ll miss any of the season, anyways.

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by Only_A_Lad on Jun 27, 2009 3:04 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

its depressing though.

a fully healthy houston roster is a title for sure.

13 points in 39 seconds. Enough said.

by Duhoh on Jun 27, 2009 4:47 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

People need to realize we have alot of time before season starts

Plus with a decent back up for Yao, I ’m sure they will control his minutes. I think he will be fine, we just need to figure out T-mac situation.

by hornfan4eva on Jun 27, 2009 10:24 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Dude... you need to re-read this article, because I think you missed the main point

Justice (no matter how inexperienced he is in the ways of the NBA) reiterates that the Rockets are Not going to find a replacement for Yao Ming, they are looking for the best way to work around Yao. If Morey can make this team better by trading Yao, you can bet he’ll trade Yao in a heartbeat… but he knows he can’t. No one of Yao’s caliber is available on the market right now, and those that are will not be willing to come to Houston unless Yao is there.
A question like “is he worth it?” is only a matter of opinion, because the fact is – we don’t have a better option, so deal with it.

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by hardgay on Jun 27, 2009 8:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Yao Is Worth Every Dollar Spent

Yao Is The CenterPiece To The Rockets Starting Five And Will Be A Rocket For Years To Come. He’s A Very Humble Player Who Brings His Game When Called Upon.
How Many Times This Season That Yao Took Us On His Back And Won…
A HOLD LOT OF TIMES HUH?
Besides Having That Foot Probelm Yao Is Decent And Loves Houston
His Marketing And Advertising Here Is Far Beyond Bigger Than Any Other Player In The NBA With Or Without A Ring.
The Only Thing That Yao Needs Is These 3 Things.
1.Have Time To Heal His Foot
2.Get A Backup Center That Will Help Him
3.Pay Yao Ming Because He Is Our Franchise And A Star Player

by mr.duce11 on Jun 28, 2009 6:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

He is worth it

He is hurt, in game 4 against the lakers last season he left limping out of the staple center, but notice, he was still playing until the 3rd quarter, in my opinion that shows , …… awesome-ness and dedication, if anything we need to ask ourselves about McGrady, dont get me wrong, hes a great player, but Yao is totally worth it.

by thug_nasty on Jun 30, 2009 12:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs