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Sashikas
06-16-2005, 11:58 PM
Martynas Andriuskevicius has returned to Lithuania from a pre-draft camp in Chicago and was interviewed by Lietuvos rytas daily.
- There were contraversial references about you - from the best to negative.
- I have read the references of americans, and did not understand some of them. Maybe they mixed me with the german, I played against (Jan Jagla). We both are whites, both similar sized and look alike.
It was writtent, that I was trying to score a tripple, but for real only opponent was trying to score from beyond the arc. I did not try even once. It was said, that german blocked several shots of mine, but for real he got blocked himself.
Americans were saying, that I was unprepared physicaly, though I was in great physical condition. Everything was completely different, comparing to what was written in several internet sites.
- What was the hardest thing in the camp - the physical of psychological loads?
- I did not worry a lot, though I was observed by hundreds of NBA scouts, agents and club managers. Psychologicaly I felt good. It was a bit harder physically, I had to pass stamina test. A lot of participants did not pass it. I did, though got very tired.
- To your mind, what are your draft opportunities after the camp in Chicago?
- My opportunities did not decrease. For several years various specialists were watching me, they have an oppinion about my abilities, they know what I am worth for.
I have talked with couple club managers, heard the agent references. They seemed positive.
Sashikas, I split this thread so as could continue the conversation about Jan Jagla here, I hope you don't mind. Thanks, Stuart
06-16-2005, 11:58 PM
Martynas Andriuskevicius has returned to Lithuania from a pre-draft camp in Chicago and was interviewed by Lietuvos rytas daily.
- There were contraversial references about you - from the best to negative.
- I have read the references of americans, and did not understand some of them. Maybe they mixed me with the german, I played against (Jan Jagla). We both are whites, both similar sized and look alike.
It was writtent, that I was trying to score a tripple, but for real only opponent was trying to score from beyond the arc. I did not try even once. It was said, that german blocked several shots of mine, but for real he got blocked himself.
Americans were saying, that I was unprepared physicaly, though I was in great physical condition. Everything was completely different, comparing to what was written in several internet sites.
- What was the hardest thing in the camp - the physical of psychological loads?
- I did not worry a lot, though I was observed by hundreds of NBA scouts, agents and club managers. Psychologicaly I felt good. It was a bit harder physically, I had to pass stamina test. A lot of participants did not pass it. I did, though got very tired.
- To your mind, what are your draft opportunities after the camp in Chicago?
- My opportunities did not decrease. For several years various specialists were watching me, they have an oppinion about my abilities, they know what I am worth for.
I have talked with couple club managers, heard the agent references. They seemed positive.
Sashikas, I split this thread so as could continue the conversation about Jan Jagla here, I hope you don't mind. Thanks, Stuart
Sashikas
06-17-2005, 12:45 AM
Also Martynas' agent Virginijus Bolotas answered some questions.
- How would you evaluate the performance of Martynas in a camp in Chicago?
- Martynas participated in an allround health test and the test of physical preparation. Martynas' health is very good. His physical condition is also good. Martynas was tested how high he can jump from still, how high he can jump after couple steps, how fast he can run 20 meter sprint.
The hardest test was to run for 22 minutes on a track with immitated hill-sides. Not everybody have passed it from the first try, someone did not pass it at all.
Martynas has passed it, but admitted, that the last two minutes were extremely hard and could be compared to running for half of the day.
It was measured, how high Martynas can reach, when he raises his hand, what is his height with sneakers.
But the main task for Martynas was to show his best on court, because he did not play much last season.
- And how it went?
- It wasn't bad. Off course, when we were watching the video record, we noticed some mistakes - some shots were made in a hurry, there were some moments, when Martynas could make a better fence (?).
Several NBA representatives, who watched his performance, admitted, that imagine Martynas as a Power Forward, rather than a Centre.
Jerry Sloan, Utah Jazz head coach admitted the same: "Now I imagine You more playing with face to the basket. When you will put on some weight, maybe you will be able to play back to the basket too".
Martynas answered: "I am ready to learn to play in the position, which coach sees me in".
- Is it clear, which club might pick M.Andriuskevicius?
- We had breakfast with Utah Jazz and Toronto Raptors representatives. Both these clubs have two calls in the first round. We think, that Martynas might be picked in the first decade. Jazz has the sixth pick, and Raptors - the seventh.
06-17-2005, 12:45 AM
Also Martynas' agent Virginijus Bolotas answered some questions.
- How would you evaluate the performance of Martynas in a camp in Chicago?
- Martynas participated in an allround health test and the test of physical preparation. Martynas' health is very good. His physical condition is also good. Martynas was tested how high he can jump from still, how high he can jump after couple steps, how fast he can run 20 meter sprint.
The hardest test was to run for 22 minutes on a track with immitated hill-sides. Not everybody have passed it from the first try, someone did not pass it at all.
Martynas has passed it, but admitted, that the last two minutes were extremely hard and could be compared to running for half of the day.
It was measured, how high Martynas can reach, when he raises his hand, what is his height with sneakers.
But the main task for Martynas was to show his best on court, because he did not play much last season.
- And how it went?
- It wasn't bad. Off course, when we were watching the video record, we noticed some mistakes - some shots were made in a hurry, there were some moments, when Martynas could make a better fence (?).
Several NBA representatives, who watched his performance, admitted, that imagine Martynas as a Power Forward, rather than a Centre.
Jerry Sloan, Utah Jazz head coach admitted the same: "Now I imagine You more playing with face to the basket. When you will put on some weight, maybe you will be able to play back to the basket too".
Martynas answered: "I am ready to learn to play in the position, which coach sees me in".
- Is it clear, which club might pick M.Andriuskevicius?
- We had breakfast with Utah Jazz and Toronto Raptors representatives. Both these clubs have two calls in the first round. We think, that Martynas might be picked in the first decade. Jazz has the sixth pick, and Raptors - the seventh.
JonathanG
07-03-2005, 10:00 PM
- How would you evaluate your performance in Chicago?
- I don't like judge myself, but I have heard good references and regards for working hard in the future. It all went as I hoped.
- There were contraversial references about you - from the best to negative.
- I have read the references of americans, and did not understand some of them. Maybe they mixed me with the german, I played against (Jan Jagla). We both are whites, both similar sized and look alike.
It was writtent, that I was trying to score a tripple, but for real only opponent was trying to score from beyond the arc. I did not try even once. It was said, that german blocked several shots of mine, but for real he got blocked himself.
Americans were saying, that I was unprepared physicaly, though I was in great physical condition. Everything was completely different, comparing to what was written in several internet sites.
- What was the hardest thing in the camp - the physical of psychological loads?
- I did not worry a lot, though I was observed by hundreds of NBA scouts, agents and club managers. Psychologicaly I felt good. It was a bit harder physically, I had to pass stamina test. A lot of participants did not pass it. I did, though got very tired.
- To your mind, what are your draft opportunities after the camp in Chicago?
- My opportunities did not decrease. For several years various specialists were watching me, they have an oppinion about my abilities, they know what I am worth for.
I have talked with couple club managers, heard the agent references. They seemed positive.
Man, I wish I would have read this crap before the draft...I would have had a great reason to drop him into the 2nd round. :P
Marty doesn't realize that I've watched both him and Jagla many times on tape. It's not hard to realize the difference between them. One is 7 feet tall, built fairly well and actually knows how to stay on his feet, while the other looks like a 4 month old blond labrador trying to find its mommy on the court.
For Marty to say that he came to the camp "in great physical condition" just shows how delusional the kid has become from all the hype. He is built like a broom stick and was on the verge of hyperventilating after his finished his first shooting drill.
From what I hear, Jagla is personally taking credit for knocking both Marty and Ilyasova (he killed him in a Suns workout too) out of the 1st round. He is very proud of himself. They will meet up again in Vegas. Should be sweet! Hopefully I'll be able to tell the two apart this time
07-03-2005, 10:00 PM
Originally posted by Sashikas
Martynas Andriuskevicius has returned to Lithuania from a pre-draft camp in Chicago and was interviewed by Lietuvos rytas daily.
Martynas Andriuskevicius has returned to Lithuania from a pre-draft camp in Chicago and was interviewed by Lietuvos rytas daily.
- I don't like judge myself, but I have heard good references and regards for working hard in the future. It all went as I hoped.
- There were contraversial references about you - from the best to negative.
- I have read the references of americans, and did not understand some of them. Maybe they mixed me with the german, I played against (Jan Jagla). We both are whites, both similar sized and look alike.
It was writtent, that I was trying to score a tripple, but for real only opponent was trying to score from beyond the arc. I did not try even once. It was said, that german blocked several shots of mine, but for real he got blocked himself.
Americans were saying, that I was unprepared physicaly, though I was in great physical condition. Everything was completely different, comparing to what was written in several internet sites.
- What was the hardest thing in the camp - the physical of psychological loads?
- I did not worry a lot, though I was observed by hundreds of NBA scouts, agents and club managers. Psychologicaly I felt good. It was a bit harder physically, I had to pass stamina test. A lot of participants did not pass it. I did, though got very tired.
- To your mind, what are your draft opportunities after the camp in Chicago?
- My opportunities did not decrease. For several years various specialists were watching me, they have an oppinion about my abilities, they know what I am worth for.
I have talked with couple club managers, heard the agent references. They seemed positive.
Man, I wish I would have read this crap before the draft...I would have had a great reason to drop him into the 2nd round. :P
Marty doesn't realize that I've watched both him and Jagla many times on tape. It's not hard to realize the difference between them. One is 7 feet tall, built fairly well and actually knows how to stay on his feet, while the other looks like a 4 month old blond labrador trying to find its mommy on the court.
For Marty to say that he came to the camp "in great physical condition" just shows how delusional the kid has become from all the hype. He is built like a broom stick and was on the verge of hyperventilating after his finished his first shooting drill.
From what I hear, Jagla is personally taking credit for knocking both Marty and Ilyasova (he killed him in a Suns workout too) out of the 1st round. He is very proud of himself. They will meet up again in Vegas. Should be sweet! Hopefully I'll be able to tell the two apart this time
JonathanG
07-03-2005, 10:03 PM
Also, look no further than the fact that both Marty and Z have the same agent when trying to figure out why Ferry traded for Marty and is now making a very strong pitch to keep Z in a Cavs uniform.
I'll be at Summer league in Vegas. Should be a great chance to get a real look at Marty's game.
07-03-2005, 10:03 PM
Also, look no further than the fact that both Marty and Z have the same agent when trying to figure out why Ferry traded for Marty and is now making a very strong pitch to keep Z in a Cavs uniform.
I'll be at Summer league in Vegas. Should be a great chance to get a real look at Marty's game.
mvblair
07-04-2005, 08:22 AM
I wish I knew more about Jagla...Anybody have some links?
Matt
07-04-2005, 08:22 AM
Originally posted by JonathanG
Man, I wish I would have read this crap before the draft...I would have had a great reason to drop him into the 2nd round. :P
Marty doesn't realize that I've watched both him and Jagla many times on tape. It's not hard to realize the difference between them. One is 7 feet tall, built fairly well and actually knows how to stay on his feet, while the other looks like a 4 month old blond labrador trying to find its mommy on the court.
For Marty to say that he came to the camp "in great physical condition" just shows how delusional the kid has become from all the hype. He is built like a broom stick and was on the verge of hyperventilating after his finished his first shooting drill.
From what I hear, Jagla is personally taking credit for knocking both Marty and Ilyasova (he killed him in a Suns workout too) out of the 1st round. He is very proud of himself. They will meet up again in Vegas. Should be sweet! Hopefully I'll be able to tell the two apart this time
Man, I wish I would have read this crap before the draft...I would have had a great reason to drop him into the 2nd round. :P
Marty doesn't realize that I've watched both him and Jagla many times on tape. It's not hard to realize the difference between them. One is 7 feet tall, built fairly well and actually knows how to stay on his feet, while the other looks like a 4 month old blond labrador trying to find its mommy on the court.
For Marty to say that he came to the camp "in great physical condition" just shows how delusional the kid has become from all the hype. He is built like a broom stick and was on the verge of hyperventilating after his finished his first shooting drill.
From what I hear, Jagla is personally taking credit for knocking both Marty and Ilyasova (he killed him in a Suns workout too) out of the 1st round. He is very proud of himself. They will meet up again in Vegas. Should be sweet! Hopefully I'll be able to tell the two apart this time
Matt
JonathanG
07-04-2005, 06:56 PM
Here is a scouting report I wrote on him over a year ago. It's outdated now, but should give you at least an idea about the type of player he is. He has since added at least 25 pounds to his frame, but he's even less athletic than he was back then because of it. He didn't look soft at all when I saw him workout, so he appears to have worked on that a bit too. He's a great prospect for Europe. Maybe something like Galanda from the Italian national team. He ended up pulling out last year and going back to Europe before becoming automatically eligible. Had a cup of tea in Greece before leaving in December or so for the 2nd league of Germany. Had a nice season there, but its still only the 2nd league in Germany so I doubt anyone followed him.
07-04-2005, 06:56 PM
Here is a scouting report I wrote on him over a year ago. It's outdated now, but should give you at least an idea about the type of player he is. He has since added at least 25 pounds to his frame, but he's even less athletic than he was back then because of it. He didn't look soft at all when I saw him workout, so he appears to have worked on that a bit too. He's a great prospect for Europe. Maybe something like Galanda from the Italian national team. He ended up pulling out last year and going back to Europe before becoming automatically eligible. Had a cup of tea in Greece before leaving in December or so for the 2nd league of Germany. Had a nice season there, but its still only the 2nd league in Germany so I doubt anyone followed him.
Name: Jan Jagla
Height: 7-0
Weight: 225
Point of Origin: Penn State
School Year: Junior
Hometown: Berlin, Germany
Position in College/HS: SF/PF/C
Expected Position: PF
Positions He Could Play: SF
Date of Birth: June 25, 1981
Interesting Facts, Noteworthy Stuff:
A member of the German national team, and has participated in 6 games.
Strengths:
A fantastic shooter--one of the best in the draft--especially considering his height. Has a very nice shooting stroke, great range and a quick release. Sets his feet and gets his shot off almost instantly, even with very little daylight. Nice assortment of pump fakes and body moves to free himself up on the perimeter, a smart and crafty player with good fundamentals. Will always be considered a versatile mismatch player on the floor, as he can shoot over anyone. Off the ball movement is off the charts, he is constantly in motion, cutting, coming off screens, etc.
A very good passer, unselfish player, understands the team concept well and embraces it. Looks comfortable receiving the ball in the high post and making the entry pass. Can handle the ball on the perimeter surprisingly well for a guy his size.
Weaknesses:
Defensively he doesn’t really have a defined NBA position, too weak to guard PF’s and too slow to guard SF’s. His lack of athleticism really hurts him in this aspect. Lateral movement is below average, especially on rotations, and his poor vertical leap and lack of strength doesn’t make much of a shotblocking threat out of him.
Gets pushed out of the paint easily, which limits him when attempting to box out for rebounds. Lack of strength also makes it difficult for him to fight through screens.
Offensively he doesn’t take advantage of his height in the paint because of a lack of polished post moves.
In terms of the NBA draft, his upside might be considered limited because of his age (will be 23 the day after draft night).
Competition/Important Matchup Stats: Jagla played for three years in the Big 10, which is considered a solid NCAA conference in terms of competition. He improved every single year, and finished off his third and final season averaging 13 points, 8 rebounds, and just over one block per game. Jagla had somewhat of an up and down year, due to the fact that he was being played out of position for large parts of it, and he saw his production drop off dramatically about midway through the season. He only got to the line 15 times in 15 games in the last two months of season, after shooting 57 free throws in his first 13 games. Penn State had a pretty awful year, going 9-19, and Jagla decided he was either going to play in the NBA or in Europe next season.
NBA Outlook: Jagla has declared for the draft and hired an agent, so there is no looking back for him. He looks like a mid-late 2nd pick right now, possibly a good bet for a team looking to send him over to Europe for a year or two to polish his game while they hold on to his rights.
Staff Blurbs: Jagla’s height, shooting and traditional European fundamentals make him an interesting prospect, but he will have to shed the “soft” tag that has been following him from NCAA arena to NCAA arena if he wants to ever have a shot an the NBA. Adding strength is a must, but using his height better in the paint (which means a change of mentality for him) will compliment his game well, and make him that much more of a versatile player. He probably won’t ever be a great defender at the NBA level, but he has the tools to at least become adequate with a the right amount of effort. If he doesn’t make it to the best league in the world, he has a German passport to fall back on, which can help him land a job anywhere in the European Union and not count against a team’s cap of foreigners as a Bosman A player.
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Best-Case Scenario: Wang ZhiZhi meets Peja Drobnjak
Worst-Case Scenario: Bruno Sundov
Profile Written by: Jonathan Givony (May/2004)
Height: 7-0
Weight: 225
Point of Origin: Penn State
School Year: Junior
Hometown: Berlin, Germany
Position in College/HS: SF/PF/C
Expected Position: PF
Positions He Could Play: SF
Date of Birth: June 25, 1981
Interesting Facts, Noteworthy Stuff:
A member of the German national team, and has participated in 6 games.
Strengths:
A fantastic shooter--one of the best in the draft--especially considering his height. Has a very nice shooting stroke, great range and a quick release. Sets his feet and gets his shot off almost instantly, even with very little daylight. Nice assortment of pump fakes and body moves to free himself up on the perimeter, a smart and crafty player with good fundamentals. Will always be considered a versatile mismatch player on the floor, as he can shoot over anyone. Off the ball movement is off the charts, he is constantly in motion, cutting, coming off screens, etc.
A very good passer, unselfish player, understands the team concept well and embraces it. Looks comfortable receiving the ball in the high post and making the entry pass. Can handle the ball on the perimeter surprisingly well for a guy his size.
Weaknesses:
Defensively he doesn’t really have a defined NBA position, too weak to guard PF’s and too slow to guard SF’s. His lack of athleticism really hurts him in this aspect. Lateral movement is below average, especially on rotations, and his poor vertical leap and lack of strength doesn’t make much of a shotblocking threat out of him.
Gets pushed out of the paint easily, which limits him when attempting to box out for rebounds. Lack of strength also makes it difficult for him to fight through screens.
Offensively he doesn’t take advantage of his height in the paint because of a lack of polished post moves.
In terms of the NBA draft, his upside might be considered limited because of his age (will be 23 the day after draft night).
Competition/Important Matchup Stats: Jagla played for three years in the Big 10, which is considered a solid NCAA conference in terms of competition. He improved every single year, and finished off his third and final season averaging 13 points, 8 rebounds, and just over one block per game. Jagla had somewhat of an up and down year, due to the fact that he was being played out of position for large parts of it, and he saw his production drop off dramatically about midway through the season. He only got to the line 15 times in 15 games in the last two months of season, after shooting 57 free throws in his first 13 games. Penn State had a pretty awful year, going 9-19, and Jagla decided he was either going to play in the NBA or in Europe next season.
NBA Outlook: Jagla has declared for the draft and hired an agent, so there is no looking back for him. He looks like a mid-late 2nd pick right now, possibly a good bet for a team looking to send him over to Europe for a year or two to polish his game while they hold on to his rights.
Staff Blurbs: Jagla’s height, shooting and traditional European fundamentals make him an interesting prospect, but he will have to shed the “soft” tag that has been following him from NCAA arena to NCAA arena if he wants to ever have a shot an the NBA. Adding strength is a must, but using his height better in the paint (which means a change of mentality for him) will compliment his game well, and make him that much more of a versatile player. He probably won’t ever be a great defender at the NBA level, but he has the tools to at least become adequate with a the right amount of effort. If he doesn’t make it to the best league in the world, he has a German passport to fall back on, which can help him land a job anywhere in the European Union and not count against a team’s cap of foreigners as a Bosman A player.
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Best-Case Scenario: Wang ZhiZhi meets Peja Drobnjak
Worst-Case Scenario: Bruno Sundov
Profile Written by: Jonathan Givony (May/2004)
DanMajerle
07-05-2005, 04:39 AM
No, Jan didn't play in second league, he played with Artland Dragons in BBL Playoffs. Jan came off the bench. His problem is he's soft and inconsistent, nice three pointer, doesn't play much under the basket. He was a mediocre BBL player this season, really nothing that special, nevertheless he has some potential.
http://statistik.basketball-bundesli...42&saison=2004
07-05-2005, 04:39 AM
No, Jan didn't play in second league, he played with Artland Dragons in BBL Playoffs. Jan came off the bench. His problem is he's soft and inconsistent, nice three pointer, doesn't play much under the basket. He was a mediocre BBL player this season, really nothing that special, nevertheless he has some potential.
http://statistik.basketball-bundesli...42&saison=2004
DanMajerle
07-07-2005, 02:23 AM
Jagla got injured and so he won't play for the Suns in Summer league
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Oh, let's put in Tim Ohlbrecht here
Listed at #2 in 2007 Draft by nbadraft.net. He will be in Leverkusens BBL roster next year, but I don't expect much playing time. Maybe Jonathan can tell what he thinks on his draft chances, so that we have another opinion.
http://www.nbadraft.net/index.asp?content=mock2007
07-07-2005, 02:23 AM
Jagla got injured and so he won't play for the Suns in Summer league
.Oh, let's put in Tim Ohlbrecht here
Listed at #2 in 2007 Draft by nbadraft.net. He will be in Leverkusens BBL roster next year, but I don't expect much playing time. Maybe Jonathan can tell what he thinks on his draft chances, so that we have another opinion.http://www.nbadraft.net/index.asp?content=mock2007
stuart
07-07-2005, 09:39 AM
Stuart
07-07-2005, 09:39 AM
Originally posted by DanMajerle
Jagla got injured and so he won't play for the Suns in Summer league.
What happened?
Jagla got injured and so he won't play for the Suns in Summer league
. What happened?