highfivehoopschool.blogspot.com - 8/27/2008
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Coach K used James and Anthony predominatly in the role of a power forward. This is the role Anthony played during his very success college season. Whenever I discuss James with a coach, we agree that we do not understand wasting his talent 25-feet from the basket.
James is an exceptional passer. He is strong and fast. He is not, however, a great three-point shooter and he dribbles too much.
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The Fundamentals
BallerBlogger.com —
... BMac’s Blog: “James is an exceptional passer. He is strong and fast. He is not, however, a great three-point shooter and he dribbles too much. Playing James as the PF does not mean taking the ball out of his hands. The Kings ran their offense through Vlade Divac and Chris Webber and each exhibited his passing acumen. Imagine James at the high post. If he penetrates, there is no way for the weak side defender to get from outside the lane to a position where he can take a charge. So, the defender either has to cheat, meaning James can show off his passing skills, or ...
Wednesday Bullets
ESPN.com - TrueHoop —
... Brian McCormick: "I seriously do not know how anyone would defend the Cavs if they ran their offense through James at the high post." ...
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The Painted Area —
... Blogger Brian McCormick explained the advantages of LeBron in the high post in a post just after the Olympics in August: ...
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