Dame said Ant was going to be an all star some day back when he was only scoring like 10 per game coming off the bench. That's why I'm not too surprised that he's performing so great in a bigger role. I couldn't have seen this coming but Dame knows what he's talking about
you could see it in his rookie year, Blazers were trying to tank the last game for better seeding in the playoffs. so they rested all the starters and Anfernee played all 48 minutes. He ended up carrying us to a win 37-9-6 on 62% shooting. so glad to see him finally hit his stride
@@marcusfrm6263 Ant has always been his nickname, and he was in the league before Anthony Edwards if you wanna get technical. no one gets to own it, they can both be Ant
Simons hasn’t even scratched the surface yet and will absolutely be an all-star. He would’ve been doing this a while ago if not for Stotts holding him back. Coach Billups has unleashed an animal. Once he learns to consistently get to the FT line it is over. It’s a wrap!
@@justinthai05 Got the bag for sure and deserves every penny. I won’t be surprised at all if he’s an all-star next season. He has the ability no doubt. Can’t wait to see him, Sharpe, Nas, & Brown out there ballin.
@@GunninRebel55 personally I would definitley be suprised if he is an all star next season, but his floor is now looking like it will outperform his contract. I was kinda shocked when he got 100m, as i was expecting about 90, but its worth it anyways. summer league is soon!!!
@@justinthai05 I guess you’re actually right. Our record will have to be over 50 wins for him to get in and he’s still playing behind Dame. They usually will always give the nod to other deserving guys who’ve never had the honor yet like CJ. You almost always have to snubbed a few times before u make it unless you’re an undeniable breakout superstar. MIP should be well within his reach this year tho. I always knew he’d get 25 mil per. He might’ve gotten more if we didn’t make that fat offer out the gate. Brunson got 27.5 per and I think Simons is the better player. And yes…. This is gonna be one of the funnest and most anticipated summer leagues in a long time. I think Jabari Walker’s gonna come along quicker than ppl think this year especially on the defensive end. I hope so too cause we sure could use an unexpected breakout contributor like Watford last year but a bit better.
Dame said before that He always wanted to be around him and CJ when they were working on personal training and they were happy to take him under their wing. So I’m not surprised his skill set is like a hybrid.
I actually ran into him before the season started in Portland. I asked for a photo with him and I think Ant was just as surprised that I asked as I was to have found him. - We’ve seen flashes of what we’re getting now the previous two years and I’m hopeful he stays in Portland.
Ran into him at the Woodburn Outlets In September and, it was the same reaction. He seemed surprised that me and my moms knew who he was and that she asked for his autograph. Really cool kid.
@@marcusfrm6263 anfernee hardaway did not have a "penny" in his name...its a common thing in most of the world where people recieve nicknames i.e. "ant". +ratio
@@robertleeswagger1796 i think a lot of that is from chauncey challenging him, over the summer when chauncey first came to camp he litterally challenged simons on finishing drills hahha, was 1 of the first things he worked on with simons was attakcing the rim and where to put the ball when attacking and rolling
He started his first game ever for the very last go on the 2018/2019 season. He balled out for 37 points and Por won that game bumping them up to west 3rd seed and eventual WCF appearance.
I remember that game like it was yesterday. Definitely a highlight of that season was watching the second string /bench guys ball out. Simons was the star but they all played well
Shout out to the WEIGHT ROOM for making Anfernee reaching his potential. Man is strong enough to be more efficient in his shot creation WITH his efficiency. I am so excited to watch my Blazers team run with Anfernee! I love his game
I found out about Simons in the summer league a few years ago when he was tearing it up. I’ve been rooting for him ever sense and him getting this role is really showing his true talent
I saw the spark in Simons last year and knew he was going to bring his game to another level. Was a little dissapointed end of last season but how he's playing now is what I had in mind. Bright future
Yes, to me Anfernee's a surefire all-star caliber player, & not that far into the future. Not only is his shooting & dunking impressive, but his quickness & sharp passing stand out as well. A remarkable talent!
He got 4 years $25 mil and deserves every penny. He’s gonna be an elite level superstar. Simons & Sharpe are gonna be a Steph/Kobe type backcourt. Hoping to see Nassir Little take another step forward & Greg Brown start to reach his potential. Watford will ball this year and I have high hopes for Jabari Walker. Go Blazers!! Sidenote: I love this video. I never let a month go by without watching it at least once. Thanks for posting. Simons is my favorite young player on the league. 2nd fave overall after LeBron.
I dig that guy. Anthony Simons is a potential monster. He certainly can jump, & his passes are slick & sweet. His possibilities are without limit. If he stays healthy, watch out NBA, this dude us comin' on strong!
He has made great leaps for sure but Dame and Blazers fans knew this was coming. Look at his rookie year. Last game of the year against the Kings. With all the starters on the bench, he led a 30 point comeback, without that win Blazers would not have gotten OKC in the play-offs and Dame Game-winning/series-winning/ Franchise ending shot never happens. Would be an interesting video to compare Ant from that game to one of these recent ones.
Man he was already like this he just had to make some improvements and his done that and it shows big credits to dame and huge praise to ant for putting in the work 🥶🍿
He just never really had the opportunity to take control of a game and really find his rhythm or show his true potential while Dame and CJ were on the floor and running the game. It’s the same reason why Gary Trent couldn’t shine the way he wanted to and wasn’t happy in Portland.
Exactly, keep him and Sharpe, and trade Lillard while his value is high for a young power forward on the same skill trajectory as Simons and Sharpe. That is a quicker road to finals contention than keeping Lillard and a “meh” tweener power forward.
simons been doing well since last year tbh he didn't average a whole lot of points but he was showing signs of being a star once the opportunity presented itself like it has this year
@Bobby Jimmy Aye bruh chill I was just saying both dame and cj are respectable veterans in the league and definitely rubbed of on him. They didn’t make his career or anything and I know he was ballin in high school how else would he be a first round pick. Practicing with guys like Dame and Cj as had an effect on his game but I do agree he doesn’t get the credit he deserves when it comes to being his own player
You know was the addition of heart and Winslow this team is playing like a team and I hate to say it but this team looks a lot like the77 blazers the way they are moving the ball unselfish play that was evident in the last 4 games. Watch that team fromm 77 you will see it. Let me know what think.
His finishing and passing game will ONLY get better. I’m so excited for him, now I have TWO big questions: 1) What’s his next contract gonna look like? He’s a RFA so anyone can shoot an offer and the Blazers will have to match. How much is he worth? I’d be happy to give him a 4 year 80 mil (starting around 17million/ year scaling up overtime). 2) Dame has been a top 10 NBA player the past few years and WILL be getting the ball every possession. This will be VERY different than what Ant is getting now. Damian Lillard has always struggled to play off ball. We’ve seen it for 9 years with Cj. What makes you think he’ll be any different next season? As a Blazer fan, we are SO hyped about Ant’s rise to stardom but the same issues of a 2 guard backcourt will still lie with ant with no clear solution. We will have to wait and see. 🤷🏼♂️
Hopefully teams realize we are building around him and Dame and he is virtually untouchable considering we will match any offer. That way they don’t even bother offering anything and we can get a team friendly deal.
I saw the potential of Anfernee’s talent prior to him being drafted. The potential I saw is what we’re seeing now! I got the emails to prove it. I was hoping the Lakers would take him at #25 but Portland grabbed him at #24. Because he didn’t play college is the reason he dropped. He was held back by Stotts, but he wasn’t ready (for big minutes) physically and needed to get use to the speed of the NBA. Also, Dame is just too ball dominant. He doesn’t allow his teammates to play to their abilities. For example, when Anfernee is playing with Dame, Anfernee just stands in the corner, waiting to see if the ball comes to him. Most times it didn’t!
Incredible run by Simons but the big elephant in the room is his (lack of) size and defense. I dont think Portland wants to run an undersized backcourt again so they have to choose between Dame or Simons.
Simons could be so scary if he can be ran in more off ball plays which I think should be a priority since he's SOOO good off the catch I think you have to run plays with him off ball to create more gravity for Simons. Not too mention his on ball gravity too with his perimeter creation, which can open up so much looks for his teammates. If he is used off ball more while also developing a better passing game this man maybe a top 3 pg in the future
The fact that he is so good off the catch means he can be scary bc you can you use him both as an off ball shooter with screens to create looks while also being a great potentially elite perimeter creator. This man's potential is through the roof man
31 is approaching mid 30's? I mean maybe but I don't understand why people keep talking about Dame like he's a few breaths from eating salisbury steak every Thursday and drooling tapioca pudding on his moth ball smelling flannel shirt in a nursing home with Fox News blaring at 120 decibels in the background.
I clicked on this first. Portland local fan here, so I/we have been waiting for what Dame was predicting some time ago. Now that "Ant" is happening, I (probably all of us up here) gobble up any and all recognition of a Trailblazer "shooting star"! However, if anybody wants an exquisite video analysis of Anfernee Simons(aka Little Penny), you might want to click on "Peeweedaplug" ( I presume a 76er fan) after this. Do not wish to be mean but that was an education for my sad, ignorant soul!
Blazers should sign him early at 14 mil, ask him if he wants a ring to go for 10, and same with dame, if dame wants a ring he might have to take a slight pay cut to pay for a strong power forward.. or we could draft lucky this summer
I resent nba discourse that encourage fans play GM and worry about billionaires money. I don't know if athletes need to be making all this money but they deserve it more than the billionaire, white owners
@Bobby Jimmy that was my point. Ant should take as much from the billionaires as possible. However, I made less than 50,000 last year. If anything they should be worried about me
Idk I just feel like if people are willing to take a little less money to spend it on another talent coming in and say they will make it up in sponsors when they go to the finals .. just offer them the long game
I know portland passed on MJ but other than that blunder they can really create gems out from nowhere CJ was a becnh player for two years, ant was youngest drafty that year, now we see nassir devolping his game, this franchise can develop players only if B.roy and Greg oden hadn't have a very short career because of injuries this team would have been super good
There’s no surprise here. Pop wanted to draft him. You can say what you want about Olshey, he was an asshole and terrible with finances but he drafted great guards.
None of this is new. Only thing new about this is his playing time. He took the time to develop his already NBA ready skills from high school to damn near elite levels. Now the league is going to see what the young man is capable of. When he first got to the team he was labeled a "point God" for a reason. This video credit Dame with a lot of his shooting progression, which I'm sure is true, but if you look at his mechanics and rhythm, its real reminiscent of Melo's and they both spent the last two seasons anchoring the bench for Portland.
True. Saw a glimpse of that earlier this season. They were on a 7-3 run being lead by Anfernee and Nurkic. Once CJ and Powell came back their whole chemistry was thrown off. Ended CJs last ten games on a 3-7 record and a 5 game losing streak.
They didn’t come to an agreement on an extension before the season started. Based on his previous season, Portland basically felt he hadn’t proven himself yet and wanted to see how this season would turn out before making any long term commitment with him. Hopefully now they see his true potential and offer him a fair contract or other teams will.
Dames game is strictly play style Dame Mitchell Simons are all the same players because there play style is basically jack up a bunch of 3s first option then pick and roll this play style don’t win rings. So when u say same player it’s because it’s they play style
8:42 "Lillard is now approaching his mid 30s".... WTF, Lillard is only 30-31 dude. xD Mid 30s is 34-36. Dame is just barely out of his 20s. You're stretching it.
He’s 31, and he is approaching his mid 30s, he’ll be 33 in two years, which is what I consider mid 30s. Doesn’t seem like much of a stretch. Spent the whole video gassing up Ant but that’s what you chose to comment about? Kinda odd.
Whoever claims that they knew Simons was going to turn out to be this good are so full of shit. Everyone knows he's extremely athletic that's no surprise. But everyone (except for his teammates) had no idea he could shoot not like he has been, no idea his handles are this good, no idea he can throw dimes and pair that up with his quickness what do you have left???? A top 5 SG in the NBA....
It's absolutely stunning how many players are not getting called for traveling in this era. I'm a Simons fan, but some of his shots require 4 or more steps. It's insane.
Dame said Ant was going to be an all star some day back when he was only scoring like 10 per game coming off the bench. That's why I'm not too surprised that he's performing so great in a bigger role. I couldn't have seen this coming but Dame knows what he's talking about
Facts
Dame knows the talent simons has. His combination of athleticism and skill is special.
you could see it in his rookie year, Blazers were trying to tank the last game for better seeding in the playoffs. so they rested all the starters and Anfernee played all 48 minutes.
He ended up carrying us to a win 37-9-6 on 62% shooting. so glad to see him finally hit his stride
Bro don’t call him ANT that’s for edwards he don’t even have a T in his name
@@marcusfrm6263 Ant has always been his nickname, and he was in the league before Anthony Edwards if you wanna get technical. no one gets to own it, they can both be Ant
Simons hasn’t even scratched the surface yet and will absolutely be an all-star. He would’ve been doing this a while ago if not for Stotts holding him back. Coach Billups has unleashed an animal. Once he learns to consistently get to the FT line it is over. It’s a wrap!
Hi again lol! Ant is looking good, also got his bag. All star next year is probably unlikely but not impossible
@@justinthai05 Got the bag for sure and deserves every penny. I won’t be surprised at all if he’s an all-star next season. He has the ability no doubt. Can’t wait to see him, Sharpe, Nas, & Brown out there ballin.
@@GunninRebel55 personally I would definitley be suprised if he is an all star next season, but his floor is now looking like it will outperform his contract. I was kinda shocked when he got 100m, as i was expecting about 90, but its worth it anyways.
summer league is soon!!!
@@justinthai05 I guess you’re actually right. Our record will have to be over 50 wins for him to get in and he’s still playing behind Dame. They usually will always give the nod to other deserving guys who’ve never had the honor yet like CJ. You almost always have to snubbed a few times before u make it unless you’re an undeniable breakout superstar. MIP should be well within his reach this year tho.
I always knew he’d get 25 mil per. He might’ve gotten more if we didn’t make that fat offer out the gate. Brunson got 27.5 per and I think Simons is the better player.
And yes…. This is gonna be one of the funnest and most anticipated summer leagues in a long time. I think Jabari Walker’s gonna come along quicker than ppl think this year especially on the defensive end. I hope so too cause we sure could use an unexpected breakout contributor like Watford last year but a bit better.
@@GunninRebel55 we need trendon to impress. Our backup big depth isnt the best so far
The Sky is the Limit for this young Man 🙌🏾!!
Exactly!
He got a CJ like floater aswell it's like he's got bits of both guards
Dame said before that He always wanted to be around him and CJ when they were working on personal training and they were happy to take him under their wing. So I’m not surprised his skill set is like a hybrid.
I actually ran into him before the season started in Portland. I asked for a photo with him and I think Ant was just as surprised that I asked as I was to have found him. - We’ve seen flashes of what we’re getting now the previous two years and I’m hopeful he stays in Portland.
Ran into him at the Woodburn Outlets In September and, it was the same reaction. He seemed surprised that me and my moms knew who he was and that she asked for his autograph. Really cool kid.
Don’t call him ant he doesn’t have a T in his name
He will, I am a life long blazers fan and I cant see him leaving. I ALSO cant see Portland NOT paying him
@@marcusfrm6263 anfernee hardaway did not have a "penny" in his name...its a common thing in most of the world where people recieve nicknames i.e. "ant".
+ratio
@@marcusfrm6263 he is nicknames ant and called tbe antman its a family nickname his parents gave him snd he uses it
He has a pretty nice floater too. I'd say his floater is already surpassed Dame's.
I seen an article that came out a few weeks ago that said his floater was statistically one of the best in the league.
@Bobby Jimmy ok let’s not get crazy here when ant makes 1st all nba come back to me
@Bobby Jimmy and becomes a no doubt hall of famer
@@robertleeswagger1796 i think a lot of that is from chauncey challenging him, over the summer when chauncey first came to camp he litterally challenged simons on finishing drills hahha, was 1 of the first things he worked on with simons was attakcing the rim and where to put the ball when attacking and rolling
He started his first game ever for the very last go on the 2018/2019 season. He balled out for 37 points and Por won that game bumping them up to west 3rd seed and eventual WCF appearance.
I remember that game like it was yesterday. Definitely a highlight of that season was watching the second string /bench guys ball out. Simons was the star but they all played well
No way we reach WCF without that crazy comeback win. After that night I knew he could be special but this level he’s at now is crazy
Great handle, smooth push shot, and deft passing skills along with freakish hops make him a potential perennial all-sar.
Shout out to the WEIGHT ROOM for making Anfernee reaching his potential. Man is strong enough to be more efficient in his shot creation WITH his efficiency. I am so excited to watch my Blazers team run with Anfernee! I love his game
Near flawless narration. Very rare on You Tube. Analysis is solid. You've sold me; I'm a fan. Keep it up.
finally you’ve brought this baby lillard into this channel, good job alex! greetings from indonesia btw 🇮🇩🙏🏼🔥
Yessir! Greeting, thanks for watching!
I found out about Simons in the summer league a few years ago when he was tearing it up. I’ve been rooting for him ever sense and him getting this role is really showing his true talent
Quality Content as usual.
Exciting time to be a blazer fan!
Funny bc for the past 6 months it’s been a nightmare start to the season but out of the dust is some hope lol
Watching this now that the rip city signed him, I'm really glad that they did, the future is bright
I saw the spark in Simons last year and knew he was going to bring his game to another level. Was a little dissapointed end of last season but how he's playing now is what I had in mind. Bright future
Awesome video bro
Antman is incredible and he's just scratching the surface of his potential. Kid's got a very bright future ahead of him.
excellent breakdown brotha. bound for stardom in my book
Yes, to me Anfernee's a surefire all-star caliber player, & not that far into the future. Not only is his shooting & dunking impressive, but his quickness & sharp passing stand out as well. A remarkable talent!
Definitely seen his improvement and rise this year. Dame being out gave him more mins too. His shot creating is pretty good too.
You earned yourself a sub
Great video bro
Ditto!
He got 4 years $25 mil and deserves every penny. He’s gonna be an elite level superstar. Simons & Sharpe are gonna be a Steph/Kobe type backcourt. Hoping to see Nassir Little take another step forward & Greg Brown start to reach his potential. Watford will ball this year and I have high hopes for Jabari Walker. Go Blazers!!
Sidenote: I love this video. I never let a month go by without watching it at least once. Thanks for posting. Simons is my favorite young player on the league. 2nd fave overall after LeBron.
Whoever found Anfernee needs a raise.
I'm a Portland fan, since 1970.
I can't wait to watch, maybe a future Portland Legend.
Neil OLSHEY found him and was let go due to harassing his employees at Moda Center.
I dig that guy. Anthony Simons is a potential monster. He certainly can jump, & his passes are slick & sweet. His possibilities are without limit. If he stays healthy, watch out NBA, this dude us comin' on strong!
Blazers for sure regretting the Trent Jr trade. Would’ve had a solid future foundation with Simons and Trent.
He has made great leaps for sure but Dame and Blazers fans knew this was coming. Look at his rookie year. Last game of the year against the Kings. With all the starters on the bench, he led a 30 point comeback, without that win Blazers would not have gotten OKC in the play-offs and Dame Game-winning/series-winning/ Franchise ending shot never happens. Would be an interesting video to compare Ant from that game to one of these recent ones.
Knew this kid was special since IMG. Glad everyone seein him too.
Dame really taught Ant the ins and outs of being a nba point guard
Something about the Blazers org and developing good scoring guards. They just always have somebody who can create from the guard spot
Will be the Blazers MIP and biggest surprise this season!
Man he was already like this he just had to make some improvements and his done that and it shows big credits to dame and huge praise to ant for putting in the work 🥶🍿
He just never really had the opportunity to take control of a game and really find his rhythm or show his true potential while Dame and CJ were on the floor and running the game. It’s the same reason why Gary Trent couldn’t shine the way he wanted to and wasn’t happy in Portland.
Glad we paid that man! Excited for th future for Ant
Exactly, keep him and Sharpe, and trade Lillard while his value is high for a young power forward on the same skill trajectory as Simons and Sharpe. That is a quicker road to finals contention than keeping Lillard and a “meh” tweener power forward.
simons been doing well since last year tbh he didn't average a whole lot of points but he was showing signs of being a star once the opportunity presented itself like it has this year
His pull up jumpers really remind me a shit ton of Dame. His side step 3 to the right is basically identical to Dame, just a slightly larger frame.
A lot of people talk about how he plays like dame but don’t talk about the shiftiness I think he got from cj
He didn't get this from dame or cj..hes been playing like since img academy
@Bobby Jimmy Aye bruh chill I was just saying both dame and cj are respectable veterans in the league and definitely rubbed of on him. They didn’t make his career or anything and I know he was ballin in high school how else would he be a first round pick. Practicing with guys like Dame and Cj as had an effect on his game but I do agree he doesn’t get the credit he deserves when it comes to being his own player
Simons is such a beast that in every 2k sim I do he ends up as either an All-Star Captain or an MVP in a Few years.
future all star
You know was the addition of heart and Winslow this team is playing like a team and I hate to say it but this team looks a lot like the77 blazers the way they are moving the ball unselfish play that was evident in the last 4 games. Watch that team fromm 77 you will see it. Let me know what think.
His finishing and passing game will ONLY get better. I’m so excited for him, now I have TWO big questions:
1) What’s his next contract gonna look like? He’s a RFA so anyone can shoot an offer and the Blazers will have to match. How much is he worth? I’d be happy to give him a 4 year 80 mil (starting around 17million/ year scaling up overtime).
2) Dame has been a top 10 NBA player the past few years and WILL be getting the ball every possession. This will be VERY different than what Ant is getting now. Damian Lillard has always struggled to play off ball. We’ve seen it for 9 years with Cj. What makes you think he’ll be any different next season? As a Blazer fan, we are SO hyped about Ant’s rise to stardom but the same issues of a 2 guard backcourt will still lie with ant with no clear solution. We will have to wait and see. 🤷🏼♂️
Ant is way less of a ball-hog than CJ, he makes better passes and takes better shot selection.
Yea future all star and comeback player of the year.
Been nothing but impressed with that guy
Dude is 22. He's going to be offered the max by another team. If the blazers re sign him for less than 20 mil\yr. We got a home grown steal
Hopefully teams realize we are building around him and Dame and he is virtually untouchable considering we will match any offer. That way they don’t even bother offering anything and we can get a team friendly deal.
I saw the potential of Anfernee’s talent prior to him being drafted. The potential I saw is what we’re seeing now! I got the emails to prove it. I was hoping the Lakers would take him at #25 but Portland grabbed him at #24. Because he didn’t play college is the reason he dropped. He was held back by Stotts, but he wasn’t ready (for big minutes) physically and needed to get use to the speed of the NBA. Also, Dame is just too ball dominant. He doesn’t allow his teammates to play to their abilities. For example, when Anfernee is playing with Dame, Anfernee just stands in the corner, waiting to see if the ball comes to him. Most times it didn’t!
he a star fr
Can u do a saddiq bey one?
Incredible run by Simons but the big elephant in the room is his (lack of) size and defense. I dont think Portland wants to run an undersized backcourt again so they have to choose between Dame or Simons.
I’m the summer league he would always kill
Hard to believe we are watching the same player? He just finally has the confidence of his coaches and getting minutes. Dude always been cold.
Simons could be so scary if he can be ran in more off ball plays which I think should be a priority since he's SOOO good off the catch I think you have to run plays with him off ball to create more gravity for Simons. Not too mention his on ball gravity too with his perimeter creation, which can open up so much looks for his teammates. If he is used off ball more while also developing a better passing game this man maybe a top 3 pg in the future
The fact that he is so good off the catch means he can be scary bc you can you use him both as an off ball shooter with screens to create looks while also being a great potentially elite perimeter creator. This man's potential is through the roof man
Hot take but if he is used in off ball sets to generate looks for himself or possibly his teammates then this man could have curry potential no joke
Simons has all star potential
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Dame said in an interview once. long time ago before Simmons displayed his greatness. you guys are going to be talking about any long after I'm gone.
Dame isn’t even 32 yet approaching his mid 30s? 😂 say that when he’s 33 at the soonest
31 is approaching mid 30's? I mean maybe but I don't understand why people keep talking about Dame like he's a few breaths from eating salisbury steak every Thursday and drooling tapioca pudding on his moth ball smelling flannel shirt in a nursing home with Fox News blaring at 120 decibels in the background.
Remember him in high school
His release is quick af
I clicked on this first. Portland local fan here, so I/we have been waiting for what Dame was predicting some time ago. Now that "Ant" is happening, I (probably all of us up here) gobble up any and all recognition of a Trailblazer "shooting star"! However, if anybody wants an exquisite video analysis of Anfernee Simons(aka Little Penny), you might want to click on "Peeweedaplug" ( I presume a 76er fan) after this. Do not wish to be mean but that was an education for my sad, ignorant soul!
I love peeweedaplug! His video on Ant was great, people should definitely check it out.
And yes young
BLAZERS 4 LIFE BABY
Blazers should sign him early at 14 mil, ask him if he wants a ring to go for 10, and same with dame, if dame wants a ring he might have to take a slight pay cut to pay for a strong power forward.. or we could draft lucky this summer
That's funny. You think a 22 year old is going to take a pay cut? And 14 million? He's getting at the very least 20 million and probably 25.
I resent nba discourse that encourage fans play GM and worry about billionaires money. I don't know if athletes need to be making all this money but they deserve it more than the billionaire, white owners
@Bobby Jimmy that was my point. Ant should take as much from the billionaires as possible. However, I made less than 50,000 last year. If anything they should be worried about me
Idk I just feel like if people are willing to take a little less money to spend it on another talent coming in and say they will make it up in sponsors when they go to the finals .. just offer them the long game
I know portland passed on MJ but other than that blunder they can really create gems out from nowhere CJ was a becnh player for two years, ant was youngest drafty that year, now we see nassir devolping his game, this franchise can develop players only if B.roy and Greg oden hadn't have a very short career because of injuries this team would have been super good
Drexler was a lottery pick too
There’s no surprise here. Pop wanted to draft him. You can say what you want about Olshey, he was an asshole and terrible with finances but he drafted great guards.
None of this is new. Only thing new about this is his playing time. He took the time to develop his already NBA ready skills from high school to damn near elite levels. Now the league is going to see what the young man is capable of. When he first got to the team he was labeled a "point God" for a reason. This video credit Dame with a lot of his shooting progression, which I'm sure is true, but if you look at his mechanics and rhythm, its real reminiscent of Melo's and they both spent the last two seasons anchoring the bench for Portland.
Future star
The ultimate fusion of Dame and CJ...minus the mid range game.
He's 100% got a great mid-range shot, that's just not where a lot of his attempts come from. He usually makes them when he takes them.
yes, he will be an allstar. Lillard coming back will actually disrupt the teams chemistry with great defense and playing hard at all times.
True. Saw a glimpse of that earlier this season. They were on a 7-3 run being lead by Anfernee and Nurkic. Once CJ and Powell came back their whole chemistry was thrown off. Ended CJs last ten games on a 3-7 record and a 5 game losing streak.
@@Mr.Soul99 also Nurkic had bad performances during that time period
@Bobby Jimmy dame hasn’t played since December! Wym?
Knew about him from highschool he from my city
U said damian lillard is reaching his mid 30s but mans is only 31 he still got years ahead of him
I said he’s approaching his mid-30s. He’s still got plenty of time, just saying it’s smart for them to think a bit about the future.
@@AlexHoops got it . Anyways nice video im a recent new subscriber
@@Pandyrew appreciate you subbing, thanks for watching the video. Always appreciate y’all’s comments
His floater is CJness and threes has Same likeness
He is
Blazers should extend his contract ASAP be use I bet lakes are going to make a bid
They didn’t come to an agreement on an extension before the season started. Based on his previous season, Portland basically felt he hadn’t proven himself yet and wanted to see how this season would turn out before making any long term commitment with him. Hopefully now they see his true potential and offer him a fair contract or other teams will.
Once Simons remembers he has a 40 inch vert it's over
I can't take this dude seriously he looks 15. But he a baller tho.
Dude has been watching Dame for years and putting in the work. Pay the man.
He hits the most impossible floaters ever. He has Dames shooting and CJs float game
Simons says pay this man.
Lillard mid 30s? hes 31. great video though
I said he’s approaching his mid 30s
@@AlexHoops ok
Three Point Specialist Shooters of Blazers.
I said this !
When is dame coming back?
I will keep the 3.
ANT #1
Bona-fide Big TYME Baller!!!!!!!
This is the real Ant Man!!!
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Dames game is strictly play style Dame Mitchell Simons are all the same players because there play style is basically jack up a bunch of 3s first option then pick and roll this play style don’t win rings. So when u say same player it’s because it’s they play style
That's my cousin
8:42 "Lillard is now approaching his mid 30s".... WTF, Lillard is only 30-31 dude. xD
Mid 30s is 34-36. Dame is just barely out of his 20s. You're stretching it.
He’s 31, and he is approaching his mid 30s, he’ll be 33 in two years, which is what I consider mid 30s. Doesn’t seem like much of a stretch.
Spent the whole video gassing up Ant but that’s what you chose to comment about? Kinda odd.
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I don’t know about all star, great scoring guards are a dime a dozen these days. But he’s still amazing!
His talent level is higher than devin booker.
Whoever claims that they knew Simons was going to turn out to be this good are so full of shit. Everyone knows he's extremely athletic that's no surprise. But everyone (except for his teammates) had no idea he could shoot not like he has been, no idea his handles are this good, no idea he can throw dimes and pair that up with his quickness what do you have left???? A top 5 SG in the NBA....
It's absolutely stunning how many players are not getting called for traveling in this era. I'm a Simons fan, but some of his shots require 4 or more steps. It's insane.
Dame approaching his mid 30’s? He’s literally 30
If we’re talking “literally” then he’s “literally” 31.
The only thing this kid doing is thanking god dame got hurt and a new coach believes in his game he’s been tough never got a chance
6'3"? Pretty sure he sais he has grown to 6'5" since drafted.