[NbanflguyParticipant]

Did a NBA MVP candidate utter the words Darko Milicic is one of the best centers in the NBA?

What in the world would make a player of Durant’s caliber say things about the biggest colossal bust ever in NBA history? Did KD just hit his head? Did Darko knock him on his high horse or something of that nature?

I don’t know if Kevin Durant meant what he said, but I got to assume that maybe just maybe Kevin Durant isn’t a mental headcase. Would I agree with him? No, but over the last few games, Darko has played like it.

Let me reiterate, I’ve always said that Darko could be a solid center, someone who can post 10 points, 8 rebounds and 2 blocks, very solid numbers. Would I say “one of the best”? Let’s discuss this.

Last 4 games:

* 13 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists, 4 blocks.
* 11 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 3 blocks, 1 steal
* 23 points, 16 rebounds, 5 assists, 6 blocks, 2 steals
* 21 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists, 3 blocks

Not too shabby huh?

Darko Milicic started off on record pace to having the worst field goal percentage in NBA history, quite frankly it was the ugliest output I’ve ever seen. As of late? This Darko is different and it’s credited by the coaching staff and the increased confidence in the Timberwolves organization.

Let me reiterate.

Darko Milicic as of the last 2 games has been a Darko that I’ve never seen before, and no I’m not drinking any Darko cool aid. The energy is off the charts for him, his offensive maneuvers have taken notches up ten fold, and his confidence is blooming. Darko secretly is playing like he can play with the very best of the bigs in the NBA. He was even smiling.

Now I look at this 25 year old center and say that the sky is the limit for him, and it just depends on if he wants it.

Physically, we think his shots and moves can get better, ” Rambis said. “Those are all back-to-the-basket things he’s doing now. He has a facing-the-basket game, too, that he hasn’t gotten to the point where he’s confident in. He can pass the ball, handle it. Obviously he can defend and block some shots, rebound the ball. I don’t know what his limit is. But when you have someone of his size (7 feet 1 inches, 275 pounds), length and strength and mobility? It’s hard to discern what their limit is.”

The coaching staff has confidence in Darko, Michael Beasley has confidence in him too.

“I tell him that all the time: Dunk the ball!” Beasley said. “He’s getting better with it. That little jump hook, that’s his shot. Nobody can stop that. He’s 7-foot and you really can’t do nothing with that.”

Beasley on if Darko doesn’t care about efficiency.

“If people think that about him, that’s where they’re wrong,” Beasley said. “Darko’s real tough on himself. Unless he’s perfect, he’s not happy. Darko is as passionate as anybody on this team. He misses a shot, no matter how he misses it, he’s down. He’s in the gym early, shooting a million jump hooks a day.

“Darko’s talented. He makes it look easy. He’s real nonchalant. That’s him as a person. But Darko, he works as hard, if not harder, than people ever understand.”

Watching him over the next few games, he’s actually made the Timberwolves offense better. He’s drawing constant double teams and hitting the open man for open shots. Remember what Darko said before he was traded to the Wolves.

“I don’t give a **** about the money,” Milicic said. “I just want to enjoy the basketball. I’d like to have the ball in my hands and have an offense run through me. I’m not just a defensive player.”

Let’s see how the season progresses, but like head coach Kurt Rambis said, it’s hard to guage what players potential is. He’s a legit 7 footer with the weight to go along, he has an unique a skill set that you will find in the NBA, he plays instinctively, is long and athletic and is being given the green light like he’s never been given before.

Get em Darko

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[ChrischiParticipant]

He’s looking solid so far. But don’t get fooled by his numbers. His Eff is only 11. He is shooting only 40% which is incredibly poor for a 7 footer. Also 3,3 PF over 26mpg which probably explains why his blocks are so high. He also averages close to 2 TO and all that on a bad team.

He has to keep his defense on a high level. He has the tools to be a solid defender and like you said 10-8-2 guy with maybe 3 assists. If he reaches that level and plays solid defense, he is already worth 5mil. But saying the sky is the limit is bs.

[ChrischiParticipant]

He’s looking solid so far. But don’t get fooled by his numbers. His Eff is only 11. He is shooting only 40% which is incredibly poor for a 7 footer. Also 3,3 PF over 26mpg which probably explains why his blocks are so high. He also averages close to 2 TO and all that on a bad team.

He has to keep his defense on a high level. He has the tools to be a solid defender and like you said 10-8-2 guy with maybe 3 assists. If he reaches that level and plays solid defense, he is already worth 5mil. But saying the sky is the limit is bs.

[ChrischiParticipant]

He’s looking solid so far. But don’t get fooled by his numbers. His Eff is only 11. He is shooting only 40% which is incredibly poor for a 7 footer. Also 3,3 PF over 26mpg which probably explains why his blocks are so high. He also averages close to 2 TO and all that on a bad team.

He has to keep his defense on a high level. He has the tools to be a solid defender and like you said 10-8-2 guy with maybe 3 assists. If he reaches that level and plays solid defense, he is already worth 5mil. But saying the sky is the limit is bs.

[McDunkin]

Did somebody slip Viagra into my apple juice…or is it almost time for Darko to play?

[McDunkin]

Did somebody slip Viagra into my apple juice…or is it almost time for Darko to play?

[McDunkin]

Did somebody slip Viagra into my apple juice…or is it almost time for Darko to play?

[McDunkin]

Did somebody slip Viagra into my apple juice…or is it almost time for Darko to play?

[MinnesotanoParticipant]

 I cant imagine how good darko could be if he start jumping, im a MN fan and in all games he didn’t jumpt for grab any single rebound or block a shot

[MinnesotanoParticipant]

 I cant imagine how good darko could be if he start jumping, im a MN fan and in all games he didn’t jumpt for grab any single rebound or block a shot

[MinnesotanoParticipant]

 I cant imagine how good darko could be if he start jumping, im a MN fan and in all games he didn’t jumpt for grab any single rebound or block a shot

[Yan111Participant]

8pts, 4rbds, 2asts & 2blks for Darko, best player on the court right now with Kevin Love. This time it’s Duncan and Splitter, not Hawes…

[Yan111Participant]

8pts, 4rbds, 2asts & 2blks for Darko, best player on the court right now with Kevin Love. This time it’s Duncan and Splitter, not Hawes…

[Yan111Participant]

8pts, 4rbds, 2asts & 2blks for Darko, best player on the court right now with Kevin Love. This time it’s Duncan and Splitter, not Hawes…

[mj23mj23besteverParticipant]

where has the love gone for the man the myth the legend that is darko biggest bust ever boy u better get back in whatever ur dr gave u and recognize the great ness that is darko

[mj23mj23besteverParticipant]

where has the love gone for the man the myth the legend that is darko biggest bust ever boy u better get back in whatever ur dr gave u and recognize the great ness that is darko

[mj23mj23besteverParticipant]

where has the love gone for the man the myth the legend that is darko biggest bust ever boy u better get back in whatever ur dr gave u and recognize the great ness that is darko

[ItsVictorOladipoParticipant]

had another very good game tonight; 22 points, 8 boards, 4 assists and 5 blocks. Needs to cut down those turnovers though…

[ItsVictorOladipoParticipant]

had another very good game tonight; 22 points, 8 boards, 4 assists and 5 blocks. Needs to cut down those turnovers though…

[ItsVictorOladipoParticipant]

had another very good game tonight; 22 points, 8 boards, 4 assists and 5 blocks. Needs to cut down those turnovers though…

[sheltwon3Participant]

Considering everything he is skilled to do at 25 and most big men take longer to develop, I  can say the sky is the limit.  The way Bosh started playing in Miami, I am sure some people would look at the way Darko is playing and  think would Miami trade Bosh for Darko.  I am not trying to know Bosh but Miami needs size and they are weak at thing that Darko has been good at but  I doubt Darko gets the touches he does in Minny.

[sheltwon3Participant]

Considering everything he is skilled to do at 25 and most big men take longer to develop, I  can say the sky is the limit.  The way Bosh started playing in Miami, I am sure some people would look at the way Darko is playing and  think would Miami trade Bosh for Darko.  I am not trying to know Bosh but Miami needs size and they are weak at thing that Darko has been good at but  I doubt Darko gets the touches he does in Minny.

[sheltwon3Participant]

Considering everything he is skilled to do at 25 and most big men take longer to develop, I  can say the sky is the limit.  The way Bosh started playing in Miami, I am sure some people would look at the way Darko is playing and  think would Miami trade Bosh for Darko.  I am not trying to know Bosh but Miami needs size and they are weak at thing that Darko has been good at but  I doubt Darko gets the touches he does in Minny.

[NbanflguyParticipant]

He actually has confidence and no one cant stop the Serbian Slingshot!!!

[NbanflguyParticipant]

He actually has confidence and no one cant stop the Serbian Slingshot!!!

[NbanflguyParticipant]

He actually has confidence and no one cant stop the Serbian Slingshot!!!

[NbanflguyParticipant]

He actually has confidence and no one cant stop the Serbian Slingshot!!!

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