Bucher: Scola is "most underrated power foward in the NBA"

by Tom Martin on Sep 8, 2009 11:49 AM CDT in Random Commentary

It's about time someone else took notice. Here's what else ESPN's Ric Bucher had to say on Luis Scola:

With Yao out, Artest gone and McGrady questionable, Scola inherits the role of best player left standing and there are some around the league who consider him capable of carrying that weight. Space to operate and second-chance points all become harder to find without the attention-drawing Yao on the floor, but Scola demonstrated last season that his footwork and underrated strength make him a tough cover on the block and he was frequently the go-to guy when the Rockets' fate hung in the balance.

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Scola has established himself as arguably the most underrated power forward in the NBA -- despite a lack of hops or length -- by simply being persistent and consistent. Under the circumstances, Houston could do a lot worse. -Bucher

Good to hear. You can find the remainder of the article here (insider only, my apologies).

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Scola is going to be a 20/10 guy this year… if for no other reason that the opportunities he will get as the 1st or 2nd offensive option.

by grungedave on Sep 8, 2009 12:30 PM CDT reply actions

Also, if Andersen is what we hope he is, that will make Scola more effective, as it will tend to draw the center away from the rim. I trust that Scola can work over about 80% of the PF in the league 1 on 1. This year the world sees how good the Porteno Kevin McHale is.

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by Xiane on Sep 8, 2009 3:25 PM CDT up reply actions

Wow Ric Bucher is quick...

the guy is a bad arse and will get some double coverage this year but he’s experienced and smart and will make teams pay for double teams or not doubling him.

What I want to know is if we are around .500 come all star weekend, and he’s a 20/10 guy will he get his dues?

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by DREAM34 on Sep 8, 2009 6:40 PM CDT reply actions

i agree also

luis is very underrated and everyone is counting the rockets but little they know about them we will make some noise in the playoffs…. here’s the top 10 minor players with huge roles and number one being pops mensuh bonsu the latest addition 2 the rockets.. i cant wait for the season to start!! http://bleacherreport.com/articles/250112-top-10-minor-players-with-huge-roles/page/2#page/11

by rocket2789 on Sep 8, 2009 11:43 PM CDT reply actions