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Chat with Jerry Reynolds
Jerry Reynolds, the Sacramento Kings director of player personnel, will answer your Sacramento Kings-related questions from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sept. 2.
Sacramento Bee photo by Brian Baer
Note: Questions posted to the chat will not be viewable on this page until they are answered.
How hard did kings look for talent
Posted by bjmarquez
September 2, 2004 at 10:52 AM
Question: I was surprised that I didn't see the Kings run at some of the talent that was not bid on this summer. I thought Zeljko Rebraca would have been a better fit than Ostertag (european game, tough, same price) and maybe bring in a Kukoc for some relief for Peja. Are the Kings that strapped this year or looking elsewhere?
answer: Certainly the Kings had an interest in Toni Kukoc and Rebraca. Kukoc made it clear through his representatives that he would only play in Milwaukee and Chicago since his home has always been in that area. Rebraca is probably a better offensive player than Ostertag but has never shown the ability to rebound or defend nearly as effectively. Most fans would agree that our needs fit closer to what Greg Ostertag brings.
Future chat events?
Posted by NoBonus
September 2, 2004 at 10:49 AM
Question: As this chat is winding down, I wonder if or when we, the Kings fans, will have a chance to chat with you or any other Kings-related personalities in the future. It seems like this forum is a great way to reach the fans and address our concerns and questions. Are there any more chats scheduled in the future that you know of? Thanks.
answer: I would love to talk with Kings fans preferably in a seminar-type situation. In years past, the Kings set up several of these type of encounters during the season and prior to games. And based on my availability, we’d like to do more of those. I’ll possibly be back with sacbee.com for a chat during the season.
also on the subject of arena's...
Posted by harbingerofdoom
September 2, 2004 at 10:36 AM
Question: Understanding your disappointment on the arena deal... Its been my stand that the city has really mishandled this issue and could potentially be causing harm to a great many people outside their voting districts. I would really like to see the County step forward to take the lead in this and even perhaps a multi county organization to get this done right. Have the County board or agencies from other communities in Sacramento been in contact regarding an arena?
answer: It would seem that many thousands of people benefit from a major league arena that live outside Sacramento County. On that basis alone, it would seem to make sense to find a way of getting several of these county leaders together. Maybe a plan could be worked out to serve the interests of the metro area and help everyone to live happily ever after.
Street Ball Players
Posted by harbingerofdoom
September 2, 2004 at 10:30 AM
Question: I recently read about the Streetballer that apparently tried to con his way into the kings lineup (or at least gave an interview that he was invited to camp) with the success of Rafer Alston who came from the And1 tour, Do you think that they can be successfully brought into the NBA & would the kings look there for any talent in the future?
answer: I am not a fan of street ball. I personally believe that this style of play is the problem not the solution. Rafer Alston is the exception to every rule. He had previously played in the NBA before his street ball experience and returned to the league in spite of that. I don’t foresee the Kings picking up any players out of that league. In fact, most college teams would defeat the And1 team handily with legitimate officials and basketball rules in place.
T.V. Deal?
Posted by NoBonus
September 2, 2004 at 10:22 AM
Question: Any new news or speculations on a T.V. deal for the Kings? As much as I understand the Maloof's desire to get fair market value for the Kings television coverage, it was very frustrating, as a fan, not being able to see the Kings on television very often.
answer: It may come as a surprise to you but I have absolutely no knowledge of the existing or future TV deal. Like you, I’m very hopeful. I truly enjoy doing the games and if we do 30 or 70 I’ll adjust. My current status is I either do TV games or scout, so I can only be one place at a time and truthfully I’d rather be doing the games. So I’m hoping for 70.
Roster
Posted by 916_fan
September 2, 2004 at 9:43 AM
Question: i hear that peja wants to leave, now i don't want him to go but if we deny his request might he not play as well this season?
answer: Peja’s request to be traded will not be met. He is a King and is under contract to be a King for two more years. Knowing the kind of person Peja is and the pride that he takes in his game, he will come back and play at an All-Star level. Whatever differences there may be with Peja and teammates I don’t believe are of a serious nature and most likely will be resolved and not affect his play. Peja is a young, still developing, star and the best is certainly still ahead.
One on one
Posted by glenn
September 2, 2004 at 8:39 AM
Question: Hey Jerry, Can you beat Pete Carill in a game of one-on-one?
answer: Absolutely. I’m far too quick for Coachie. Although he can still shoot the ball, defensively he’s a liability for the “Caucasian Comet.”
French Lick
Posted by ShelsPop
September 2, 2004 at 7:41 AM
Question: Jerry, For years I've heard you say you are the second-most famous person to come out of French Lick, Indiana. Do you take any comfort in knowing that perhaps you are the better looking of the two, therefore making you the best looking celebrity from French Lick?
answer: Obviously you’ve evaluated Mr. Larry Bird and my appearance closely and have come to the same conclusion any sane person would that I am one handsome dude. Larry’s appearance has improved over the years but still clearly a distant second.
KINGS
Posted by LKRH8R
September 2, 2004 at 7:01 AM
Question: Jerry, how serious is the peja, chris thing?? is this something that both can overcome or has to much been said. to be honest i like the idea of both guys being a little "ticked" at one another. maybe peja wont be so p***ive w/ chris in the line-up. what are your thoughts?
answer: I don’t believe it’s serious at all. Certainly a meeting of the talented minds may be in order but these young men have a lot of talent on and off the court and their goals should be the same. I realize that I tend to be an optimist but I know both of these young people and have a lot of confidence that the best is ahead. Also, the fact that they may be ticked off to some degree I see as more good than bad.
Something to look forward to
Posted by kingsfan2116
September 2, 2004 at 12:24 AM
Question: What about the team and this season are looking forward to the most? What do you think will be the most challenging issue this Kings team will have to overcome this season?
answer: Every season brings surprises. Certainly with the Kings some things will go better than expected and other areas may be more disappointing than expected. That being said, it’s easy to be excited about the new season based on the rookies and their development, the addition of Greg Ostertag and how he adjusts to Kings basketball - and most importantly - how Chris, Peja and Bobby all return and have a group hug and a great season.
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http://forums.sacbee.com/kings/
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Chat with Jerry Reynolds
Jerry Reynolds, the Sacramento Kings director of player personnel, will answer your Sacramento Kings-related questions from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sept. 2.
Sacramento Bee photo by Brian Baer
Note: Questions posted to the chat will not be viewable on this page until they are answered.
How hard did kings look for talent
Posted by bjmarquez
September 2, 2004 at 10:52 AM
Question: I was surprised that I didn't see the Kings run at some of the talent that was not bid on this summer. I thought Zeljko Rebraca would have been a better fit than Ostertag (european game, tough, same price) and maybe bring in a Kukoc for some relief for Peja. Are the Kings that strapped this year or looking elsewhere?
answer: Certainly the Kings had an interest in Toni Kukoc and Rebraca. Kukoc made it clear through his representatives that he would only play in Milwaukee and Chicago since his home has always been in that area. Rebraca is probably a better offensive player than Ostertag but has never shown the ability to rebound or defend nearly as effectively. Most fans would agree that our needs fit closer to what Greg Ostertag brings.
Future chat events?
Posted by NoBonus
September 2, 2004 at 10:49 AM
Question: As this chat is winding down, I wonder if or when we, the Kings fans, will have a chance to chat with you or any other Kings-related personalities in the future. It seems like this forum is a great way to reach the fans and address our concerns and questions. Are there any more chats scheduled in the future that you know of? Thanks.
answer: I would love to talk with Kings fans preferably in a seminar-type situation. In years past, the Kings set up several of these type of encounters during the season and prior to games. And based on my availability, we’d like to do more of those. I’ll possibly be back with sacbee.com for a chat during the season.
also on the subject of arena's...
Posted by harbingerofdoom
September 2, 2004 at 10:36 AM
Question: Understanding your disappointment on the arena deal... Its been my stand that the city has really mishandled this issue and could potentially be causing harm to a great many people outside their voting districts. I would really like to see the County step forward to take the lead in this and even perhaps a multi county organization to get this done right. Have the County board or agencies from other communities in Sacramento been in contact regarding an arena?
answer: It would seem that many thousands of people benefit from a major league arena that live outside Sacramento County. On that basis alone, it would seem to make sense to find a way of getting several of these county leaders together. Maybe a plan could be worked out to serve the interests of the metro area and help everyone to live happily ever after.
Street Ball Players
Posted by harbingerofdoom
September 2, 2004 at 10:30 AM
Question: I recently read about the Streetballer that apparently tried to con his way into the kings lineup (or at least gave an interview that he was invited to camp) with the success of Rafer Alston who came from the And1 tour, Do you think that they can be successfully brought into the NBA & would the kings look there for any talent in the future?
answer: I am not a fan of street ball. I personally believe that this style of play is the problem not the solution. Rafer Alston is the exception to every rule. He had previously played in the NBA before his street ball experience and returned to the league in spite of that. I don’t foresee the Kings picking up any players out of that league. In fact, most college teams would defeat the And1 team handily with legitimate officials and basketball rules in place.
T.V. Deal?
Posted by NoBonus
September 2, 2004 at 10:22 AM
Question: Any new news or speculations on a T.V. deal for the Kings? As much as I understand the Maloof's desire to get fair market value for the Kings television coverage, it was very frustrating, as a fan, not being able to see the Kings on television very often.
answer: It may come as a surprise to you but I have absolutely no knowledge of the existing or future TV deal. Like you, I’m very hopeful. I truly enjoy doing the games and if we do 30 or 70 I’ll adjust. My current status is I either do TV games or scout, so I can only be one place at a time and truthfully I’d rather be doing the games. So I’m hoping for 70.
Roster
Posted by 916_fan
September 2, 2004 at 9:43 AM
Question: i hear that peja wants to leave, now i don't want him to go but if we deny his request might he not play as well this season?
answer: Peja’s request to be traded will not be met. He is a King and is under contract to be a King for two more years. Knowing the kind of person Peja is and the pride that he takes in his game, he will come back and play at an All-Star level. Whatever differences there may be with Peja and teammates I don’t believe are of a serious nature and most likely will be resolved and not affect his play. Peja is a young, still developing, star and the best is certainly still ahead.
One on one
Posted by glenn
September 2, 2004 at 8:39 AM
Question: Hey Jerry, Can you beat Pete Carill in a game of one-on-one?
answer: Absolutely. I’m far too quick for Coachie. Although he can still shoot the ball, defensively he’s a liability for the “Caucasian Comet.”
French Lick
Posted by ShelsPop
September 2, 2004 at 7:41 AM
Question: Jerry, For years I've heard you say you are the second-most famous person to come out of French Lick, Indiana. Do you take any comfort in knowing that perhaps you are the better looking of the two, therefore making you the best looking celebrity from French Lick?
answer: Obviously you’ve evaluated Mr. Larry Bird and my appearance closely and have come to the same conclusion any sane person would that I am one handsome dude. Larry’s appearance has improved over the years but still clearly a distant second.
KINGS
Posted by LKRH8R
September 2, 2004 at 7:01 AM
Question: Jerry, how serious is the peja, chris thing?? is this something that both can overcome or has to much been said. to be honest i like the idea of both guys being a little "ticked" at one another. maybe peja wont be so p***ive w/ chris in the line-up. what are your thoughts?
answer: I don’t believe it’s serious at all. Certainly a meeting of the talented minds may be in order but these young men have a lot of talent on and off the court and their goals should be the same. I realize that I tend to be an optimist but I know both of these young people and have a lot of confidence that the best is ahead. Also, the fact that they may be ticked off to some degree I see as more good than bad.
Something to look forward to
Posted by kingsfan2116
September 2, 2004 at 12:24 AM
Question: What about the team and this season are looking forward to the most? What do you think will be the most challenging issue this Kings team will have to overcome this season?
answer: Every season brings surprises. Certainly with the Kings some things will go better than expected and other areas may be more disappointing than expected. That being said, it’s easy to be excited about the new season based on the rookies and their development, the addition of Greg Ostertag and how he adjusts to Kings basketball - and most importantly - how Chris, Peja and Bobby all return and have a group hug and a great season.
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