| 17 September 2009
If you guys get the chance today, make sure to check out SI.com – where Brian Hendrickson gets comfy in his new digs by breaking down a quick list of the “NBA’s potential secret weapons.”
Hendrickson has Portland’s own Martell Webster at the top of that list believe it or not. Here’s a bit of the take on why Webster made the “secret” cut.
“The 22-year-old adds the outside shooting threat the Blazers were pursuing in their courtship of Hedo Turkoglu, which they hope will pull defenses off Brandon Roy. Webster is also a solid wing defender and has steadily improved each year. If that continues, his return could be the piece needed to push the Blazers near the top of the Western Conference.”
Keep in mind Martell’s role in with the Blazers depends much on Nicolas Batum’s starting job, Travis Outlaw embracing life as a reserve and if Webster can stay health.
Martell belongs on the list, but I’m more interested how he’ll look once on the floor in live action and how his three-point shooting fits into the offense among the likes of Steve Blake and Rudy Fernandez. One thing is for sure, Portland - one of the leagues best three-pointing teams last season - are ready for Webster's return.
That's no secret.
pic via: sports grumbling
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