Comments on: Yi Jianlian: The More Things Change…

By: Don L.

Don L. — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 09:02:11 +0000

I’m a Warriors fan (who have their own share of problems) but being Asian-American, I have an interest in how Yi, Yao and others perform.

While I don’t get to see Yi play that much my take is that he is just learning how to “play” basketball now. Unfortunately, from accounts, the competition in China isn’t at the NBA or European levels.

I think Yi was able to cruise in China with his physical and athletic abilities. Yi was basically a star in China and he is trying to do what he did in China.

The comparison I have is Monta Ellis for the Warriors. Now Ellis is way better than Yi. However, Nellie was always looking to make Ellis a “true” PG. Unfortunately, Ellis just isn’t wired or taught to play that way. Ellie is a scoring point guard.

Can Yi improve? Definitely so, but it isn’t going to happen over night.

By: Henry

Henry — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 02:29:38 +0000

I think it is frustrating to watch Yi, simply because he brings one thing to the table: he can shoot. Has he been able to shoot well this season, or ever? Meanwhile, he can’t play defense, man or help. Everyone he guards scores every single time they get the ball against him. He can’t pass and has no hustle. I would hate playing with this guy. Aren’t Chinese people supposed to be hardworking? (I can say this because I am Chinese).

By: Blahblah

Blahblah — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 04:08:10 +0000

Why is it when looking at Yi the critics always take the half-empty approach? Is there any reason he has to be an all-star or bust? Why is it none of the other Nets players face this kind of scrutiny and expectation?

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Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:42:58 +0000

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By: calling all toasters

calling all toasters — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 21:25:37 +0000

Yi still has all the tools: the shot, the size and wingspan, the quick (for his size) first step and leap. But he hasn’t been able to calm down enough to hit his shots consistently or develop his court awareness. If he can do one of those, he’ll be a fairly valuable player. If he can do both, he’ll be a monster. I have no idea if he will.

By: Jordan

Jordan — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:18:56 +0000

I’ve never seen Yi doubled. He’s not good enough to be doubled.

He’s never been good enough to be doubled.

By: ray

ray — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 19:51:13 +0000

Umm, i’d say Yi jianlian is much better than Ryan Anderson.. that’s for sure. Look at how horrible he’s doing lately compared to Yi. Btw, Yi is always matched up with the “All star” like players… and he got double teamed ever since he returned…… i wouldn’t add more fire to the wood if you what i mean

By: DJ HeavyDuty

DJ HeavyDuty — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:59:11 +0000

I feel you Henry.
Yi is a sideshow freak. He should play for the globetrotters.
This is just further confirmation that KiKi sux as a GM and a coach

By: Henry

Henry — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:40:44 +0000

Yi is worthless. I was so mad when they traded Ryan Anderson. He should be the starting PF right now, with CDR at shooting guard!