Walter Sharpe likes his progress
From the Freep:
While it's hard to see where Sharpe can get much playing time this season with a stacked lineup, the second-round pick -- picked up in a draft-day trade with the Sonics -- is adjusting nicely to the NBA.
"It's been really good to me," said Sharpe, 22. "I'm getting a lot stronger, a lot faster, and I think I'm going to get a lot better.
"Seeing where I was when I got here, I'm really excited about where I'm going to be in the next couple of years."
I don't know why, but this quote made me smile. Most of time it's coaches or fans who talk about a player's long-term potential, but Sharpe seems to realize he's an unfinished product. I know he's not expected to play in the D-League this year (a decision I agree with given the circumstances), so here's to hoping he gets at least a handful of chances to play some real minutes so we can continue to gauge his progress.
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Sharpe is being taught to play the 3 by Mike Curry. Defense 1st. He will learn that best by being here in Detroit.
He can already score. The D-League helps alot of guys get confidence in their offensive skill set.
I truly believe that he will be the back up small forward before the end of this season.
by John W. Davis on Oct 21, 2008 5:11 PM EDT reply actions
I’m really excited about seeing W.S. in detroit. I’ve followed him since his high school days in birmingham. I would really like to see him make it in the NBA and hope he brings a lot of joy to the people in the motor city. Go pistons, Go Blazers, and good luck to walter.
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