I just watched the Rubio game, but didn't really learn a lot about his game. He only shot 1-4 (all 3's), and his only make was with 20 seconds left on a blowout. He did have a few sick passes though, and looks to be a master at running the break. However, his guy seemed to get around him a lot on D, and other than a few sweet dimes he left no impression.

The Euroleague is so weird...The coaches all look as stressed as Stan Van Gundy, and micromanage games like Larry Brown. Also, there were a TON of fouls in this game - I don't know if that is the usual or not. It was also crazy to me how fans are allowed to blow whistles during the game...I found it hard to know when it was a real referee whistle being blown, and at least a few times the players seemed confused too.

If anyone notices another Rubio game that is to be aired, Please Post Here!

BonK wrote:


Haha sweet recap. Howl.

Non-NBA basketball is micromanaged in general by both coaches and referees. That's why the NBA is the more entertaining league - let's be frank - non-NBA basketball is all about fundamentals, strategy and tactics. The NBA relies more on the entertaining factor one more step allowed (so less travels are called), more ahleticism, less foul calls, waaay more freelancing, waaay more stat-stuffing. If a player in the Euroleague gets a good pass but makes more than one dribble before scoring, his teammate doesn't get the assist. So imagine how many would Rubio average in the NBA. 10? Easily.

Ruuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuubio!!!

http://blogs.citypages.com/blotter/2010/03/ricky_rubio_a_s.php

Cool fan interview with Ricky Rubio.

www.euroleague.net/features/fanmail/euro...o-regal-fc-barcelona

As of now Rubio's team Regal Barcelona is playing in the playoffs against Pimp Daddy himself, Marko Jaric's team Real Madrid.

The series is tied 1-1. It's best out of 5. Winner goes to the Final Four.

Here were Rubio's stats:

Game 1

Mins Pts 2FGM/A 3FGM/A FTM/A R Ast Stl TO
25:44 7 2/3 1/4 0/0 2 3 2 4

Game 2
Mins Pts 2FGM/A 3FGM/A FTM/A R Ast Stl TO
17:10 5 0/5 1/2 2/4 4 0 0 1

9Deuce wrote:


Awesome, thanks for the update!

Too bad his stats aren't very good. Casual fans are going to think he sucks.

Rubio vs. MarKo!

I'm so torn on which team to cheer for

roundhouse wrote:


I don't think anyone will blame you if you cheer for both.

Here are Rubio's stats for the Euroleague Playoffs. Once again they are playing Real Madrid. Winner goes to Final Four.

Game 3 Barcelona 84 - Real Madrid 73
Barcelona 2 games - Real Madrid 1

Mins = 17:16
Pts = 5
2FG A/M = 1/2
3FG A/M = 1/3
FTs A/M = 0/0
Rb = 5
Ast = 1
Stl = 3
TO = 3

Game 4 Barcelona - 84 - Real Madrid 78
Barcelona 3 games - Real Madrid 1 = Barcelon WINS SERIOUS!!!!

Guess who dominates!!! Yep...Rubio!!!

Mins = 23:17
Pts = 19
2FGS A/M = 2/6
3FGS A/M = 2/3
FTs A/M = 9/11
Rbs = 5
Ast = 2
St = o
TO = 1

While everyone wants to watch and is praying for Wall, Cousins, W Johnson, and Turner in the Final Four..well guess what?? We have our own..yes our own(who belongs to us)and is as good as Wall and them, in the next best league, Euroleague Final Four!!! and he is the starting PG.

Their Final Four start May 7th...I will give updates as it happens!!!

Awesome, thanks for posting again!

I am sooooooooooo stoked to see Rubio running the fast break in a Wolves uniform! Please god we better not trade him!!!

Going on my honeymoon in Europe during the EuroLeague Final Four....Really considering going there to watch Rubio.

9Deuce wrote:


Tell her you guys are going... it's part of the marriage package!

So I finally caught some of the game and I have to say I'm impressed with him!! I hate comparing players but he just screams out a young steve nash. And like you said CW him in the fast break watch out there will be some sick plays. A guy that just makes his teammates better, can knife down the lane, and play good defense is one of the missing pieces for us. Check this out:



And skip to the 8:35 mark where rubio knocks marko over and drains the dagger three... That was awesome!!

What a stud.


P.S. Poor Marko at the 8:35 mark, that will make Roundhouse sad.

The kid looks good! A natural floor leader.

but how about Sergio LLull!!! Holy sh*t that kid can play! The Rockets got him last yr in the second round! We should be doing the same thing with 2nd round picks.