Justin Harper in France: Orlando Magic Rookie Solid in Strasbourg Debut
by Evan Dunlap on Oct 13, 2011 11:44 PM EDT
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PrintJustin Harper, the rookie who became the first Orlando Magic player to sign overseas during the NBA lockout, made his debut for Strasbourg IG on Saturday. The lanky combo forward started and played 29 minutes in Strasbourg's 77-74 victory against Cholet, tallying 10 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals. Kevin Anderson, Harper's teammate at the University of Richmond, led Strasbourg with 20 points with a Kevin Martin-esque line: 5-of-9 from the field (2-of-3 on threes) and 8-of-9 from the foul line.
The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Harper with the 32nd overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft; Orlando, which rated Harper highly and had him high on its draft board, moved quickly to acquire his rights, sending two future second-round draft picks to the Cavaliers for them.
In his senior season at Richmond, Harper posted per-game averages of 17.9 points, 6.9 rebounds. 1.2 assists, and 1.2 blocks. He shot 53.4 percent from the floor--an outstanding mark for a perimeter player--and 44.8 percent from three-point range on a whopping 4.6 attempts per game.
Strasbourg's next game is Saturday, October 15th, at SLUC Nancy, led by Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum.
DeAndre Liggins, the Magic's other selection in 2011, has yet to sign with an overseas club.
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CHAMPIONSHIP!!!!
With the 15th pick, the Miami Dolphins select John Stamos....'s brother
I probably know Judo! How many of you can make the same boast?
by Souwantmyname on Oct 14, 2011 4:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Certainly a promising start for Harper
Hopefully he continues to develop the more games he plays.
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by Mike from Illinois on Oct 14, 2011 1:31 AM EDT reply actions
Ideally
I’d like to see him develop enough so we can use Bass as potential trade bait as the season goes on. Hopefully his 3pt% prowess will follow him to the NBA and he can build up some strength to use his lenght on the post, Sweet Lew style.
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agree.
But I see harper more as a 3. You would have to keep Clark though. Nothing personal towards Bass, love his work ethic, but really doesn’t fit what our system and ideology is. I would offer him and a second rounder for Courtney Lee and Jordan Hill. Don’t know if that works since they have Scola and Patterson, but Magic need some depth at the 2 if they are prepared to give JJ the starting job.
I believe both Harper and Liggins will make the team, simply because we need depth and youth on the wings. If a supposed two amnesty clauses are agreed to in the new CBA, even more so. Look for Harper to take over the 3 spot sooner rather than later.
Roll Bass and War Ryno for me
It's good that somebody is playing basketball right now.
I’m always optimistic about new guys even though I’ve been burned a lot so I look forward to seeing him play in the NBA.
The intensity has to go up, up! Not down...UP! -Stan Van Gundy
Hooray!
but this guy wont make the team
With the 15th pick, the Miami Dolphins select John Stamos....'s brother
I probably know Judo! How many of you can make the same boast?
Yes he will.
He fits Orlando like a glove. He will make the team and probably start sooner than you think.
Roll Bass and War Ryno for me
He's a great player and possible Turk/Lewis combo of sorts, leaning more towards Rashard's style
He can pass, handle the ball, and can shoot from anywhere on the floor. I would love to see him play live to see how he looks on the floor, but just looking at his stat-line he looks like he can be a great fit and help us start anew.
EAT ME
He's not a "great player" in the NBA just yet
but yeah, he definitely fits the SVG forward mold.
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by stanleygoober on Oct 16, 2011 1:06 PM EDT up reply actions
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