Raptors Call Up Trey Johnson, the D-League's Leading Scorer

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Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 02:38 PM
WJF

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jeff_hostetler wrote:

Has there ever been a D-League call up that managed to gain permanent NBA player status, let alone become a regular NBA starter?

Here you go
Many former NBA draftees, waived players and undrafted players have played in the NBA D-League. Some of the called-up D-League players that went on to have successful NBA careers include Rafer Alston, Louis Amundson, Chris Andersen, Kelenna Azubuike, Matt Barnes, Devin Brown, Will Bynum, Matt Carroll, Eddie Gill, Stephen Graham, Jason Hart, Chuck Hayes, Anthony Johnson, Dahntay Jones, Jamario Moon, Mikki Moore, Smush Parker, Bobby Simmons, Ime Udoka, Von Wafer, C. J. Watson

Not a list of allstars, but some very solid players in that group, some duds as well, but if you get a Matt Barnes type player I am OK with that.
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 02:45 PM
Bendit

Seems like the big guy in the sky finally gave him the OK to choose the Raps. Wondering how many teams since Cleveland he turned down? With a name like Trey he needs to be in the big show. The Raps need all the help.

Guess we must be the only team with 2 D league callups this season? 4 if we count 2 of our own sent down and brought back.
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 02:50 PM
Apollo

Quote:

jeff_hostetler wrote:

Has there ever been a D-League call up that managed to gain permanent NBA player status, let alone become a regular NBA starter?

Rafer Alston. He got called up to Toronto and the following year to the Heat. He ended up signing the big deal with the Raps after that.

Other players who landed in the NBA and either got nice deals or at least played in the rotation of a team:

- Matt Carroll (D-League MVP)
- Will Bynum (D-League ROY)
- Mikki Moore (D-League DPOY)
- JaMario Moon
- Dahntay Jones
- Chris Andersen
- Kelenna Azubuike
- Matt Barnes
- Chuck Hayes
- Ime Udoka
- C. J. Watson
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 03:07 PM
jeff_hostetler

I see...consider my question answered.

I like it when these guys get called up and actually get minutes. Must suck for them to get called up only to then be stuck on the bench for 10 days.
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 03:22 PM
Apollo

No doubt. It probably feels like their life's ambition has been obliterated every time it happens.
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 03:46 PM
Roughhide

He's listed as a SG so if he does get any time it might be at the 2 IF DeRozan plays the 3 which he does do alot when they sub out the starting 3 or in late game if barbosa is in with him. I don't really see any other way he gets any PT
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 04:13 PM
Hotshot

It would be interested to see what Matt Devlin says:

"Trey with the dish!!"

get it?! cause you serve breakfast in bed on top of a trey......
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 05:33 PM
albertan_10

So does this mean that Ajinca isn't coming? or do we wait for the 10-day contract of gaines to expire and then we do the Alexis thing?
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 05:45 PM
pesterm1

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MangoKid wrote:

You've never seen the guy play, yet you're quick to pass judgment on the guy and his game. Bra-fucking-vo. Way to look foolish.

BURRRRN! good one lol
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 05:56 PM
pesterm1

I can see why alot of players liek to come to Toronto. It's clear we are rebuilding and looking for players. Borderline NBA players see it as a great oppurtunity to make it in the league. Albertan, i tihnk the raps have an extra roster spot from the N.O deal and another one since the Peja buyout is complete. Gaines was signed to a 10 day contract on January 13th,2011 so i assume it was not renewed and most likely will not be at the game tonght and thats how they have the roster spot for Trey Johnson.

I like signing these 10 day contract players, its like watching an experienced rookie trying to make something for himself. Since were rebuilding it doesnt hurt us at all and we can really see what this guy can do. Wish this guy luck and hopefully you guys are right and he turns out to be a diamond in the rough. CYA gaines its been swell... 6L's but we aint mad atcha, that road trip was suicide.
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 06:52 PM
pesterm1

Is fanhouse even a reliable source?? I have yet to see this contract posted on raptors.com and i just read that gaines was signed to a second 10 day contract so something doesnt add up...
Here is a list of our standing roster http://www.nba.com/raptors/roster/
Since you can add Ajinca to that 14 man roster = 15 players i dont even see how we could sign trey johnson... :S

http://www.nba.com/raptors/news/2011...0-day-contract
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 07:08 PM
jbml

perhaps because Calderon is out or Ajinca becoming official it was necessary to change plans
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 07:25 PM
pesterm1

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jbml wrote:

perhaps because Calderon is out or Ajinca becoming official it was necessary to change plans

Yah that must be why, i didnt know calderon was out. it wouldnt make much sense to drop gaines since we only have one point gaurd tonight. im guessing we will see t johnson in 10 days unless gaines really impresses or there is further injury.
Mon Jan 24th, 2011, 08:29 PM
Prime

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Matt52 wrote:

Reggie Williams (GSW) is the most recent I am aware of.

....and his predecessor, Kelenna Azubuike,
Tue Jan 25th, 2011, 12:06 AM
RaptorsFan4Life

I wish we got Mustafa Shakur.

Edit: Wiz signed him 3 days ago. :(

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Mustafa Shakur 6 PT 3-5 FG 0-0 FT 0-1 3P 5/2 RB 4 AS 0 BL 1 ST 2 TO 1 PF 14 MN (Final, Knicks)
Tue Jan 25th, 2011, 09:39 AM
e2thed

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MangoKid wrote:

FWIR, Gaines isn't around. His 10-day probably will not be renewed.

he just got resigned 2nd 10 day
Tue Jan 25th, 2011, 09:43 AM
MangoKid

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e2thed wrote:

he just got resigned 2nd 10 day

I saw him on the court last night, so I figured as much. Thanks.
Tue Jan 25th, 2011, 05:58 PM
JoePanini

Quote:

jeff_hostetler wrote:

Has there ever been a D-League call up that managed to gain permanent NBA player status, let alone become a regular NBA starter?

Yeah, there have been quite a few. GSW would know.
Tue Jan 25th, 2011, 06:01 PM
JoePanini

Quote:

Apollo wrote:

Rafer Alston. He got called up to Toronto and the following year to the Heat. He ended up signing the big deal with the Raps after that.

Other players who landed in the NBA and either got nice deals or at least played in the rotation of a team:

- Matt Carroll (D-League MVP)
- Will Bynum (D-League ROY)
- Mikki Moore (D-League DPOY)
- JaMario Moon
- Dahntay Jones
- Chris Andersen
- Kelenna Azubuike
- Matt Barnes
- Chuck Hayes
- Ime Udoka
- C. J. Watson

I've always really liked Azubuike. Athletic, good rebounder, good defender AND good shooter. Too bad he got injured just as he was making a name for himself.
Tue Jan 25th, 2011, 08:08 PM
YKR23

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dagon420 wrote:

actually, terrence williams is the the leading scorer

terrence williams played for like 3 games, this kid has been there for the entire season, and has played 100+ games

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