Meet the Brock Ness Monster
by Aykis16 on Jul 19, 2010 7:06 PM CDT
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Hey Bucks Fans,
I'm Akis Yerocostas, one of the editors over at the SB Nation Kings Blog Sactown Royalty, and a devout Kings fan. I'm also responsible for Jon Brockman's nickname "the Brock Ness Monster", which I came up with in a nickname thread during the pre-season last year and Kings color commentator Jerry Reynolds picked up on it and it began to spread.
So what do you need to know about Nessie?
First off, you guys are going to love him. He's a very personable guy, and will always take the time to talk to fans after games or over Twitter. He plays the right way, and even though he's undersized, he's strong as an ox, and actually has decent hops:
He gives 150% all the time. There is never a moment when this guy quits. During the Chicago game where the Kings came back from 35 points down, Brockman came in with his "Never say Die" attitude and helped will this team back, in a game that they eventually won:
So far all I've told you is from a fan's passionate response of watching this guy sacrifice himself for the betterment of the team, not how he actually plays. Lets lay down some statistics and observations there for you.
As Frank mentioned in his Brockman post, Jon is a phenomenal offensive rebounder. If he's in the game, you'll get extra opportunities. The problem with Jon lies in his height, as he has trouble going back up with the ball to get the easy basket over taller defenders, so he usually opts to get the ball out to his guards or someone else after he boards it, unless its an easy opportunity. He understands his limitations, and doesn't try to do to much.
Brock almost never looks for his own offense, instead opting to try to set hard picks and look for offensive boards. He showed some improvement on a 10-15 foot jumper last year, but never really got the opportunity to use it in game. I've watched a lot of Kings games and I truly believe Jon can make that shot consistently if given the chance, and he'll need to, because right now teams are leaving him alone on offense (another reason why he's such a good offensive boarder, his men forget about him to their dismay).
On defense, Brock really tries, but against taller defenders, they just tend to shoot over him. He's strong enough that he can't be backed down easily, and this even led to the Kings starting him at Center a few games last year over Spencer Hawes, but teams quickly adjusted and stopped trying to bang with him.
Brock's a very smart player, who will never stop trying to improve, never stop giving his all, even if he's on the end of the bench. Teammates will both love and hate playing with him, mainly because they'll have to see him in practice every day and there will likely be more than a few bruises. Still, I wouldn't be surprised to see Bogut and Brockman become Best Buds. Scott Skiles is going to love having this guy on his team, so don't be surprised if he gets some minutes this year over intriguing prospects like Sanders or Gallon.
Fear the Deer? Yes, you should. Not just because of all the talent on the team now, but also because of the physically intimidating presence of the Brock Ness Monster.
Be good to him Milwaukee, and good luck on your upcoming season.
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It's all sinking in.
Usually I’m not this sad to see a guy go that’s been with the team a year, in a year where we only won 25 games.
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No the Former Kings coach
and current Director of Player Personnel and Color Broadcaster:
Author of Pick and Scroll. Follow me on Twitter here.
That's actually awesome...
that your former coach and director of player personnel is also doing color commentary on the radio…I bet his insights are great
"I want someone who will, you know, let me put it in or who [will] suck on it." – Donald Sterling
He's great.
He’s quirky but very knowledgable. We love him when he guests on our sports radio.
"We're not talking about me and Darko in the same sentence." - Chris Webber vs KAHN!
by caseycheesecake on Jul 20, 2010 2:00 PM CDT up reply actions
Great Post.
Sorry we didn’t have much to give you guys for him. He seems like a great guy and player and we’re happy to have him. Hard nosed players are a rare commodity, it seems. Hopefully he gives as much heart for us as he did for your Kings. :)
And good luck to you on your season. Evans is going to be fantastic and Cousins has a chance to become a beast.
"Now, Maggette's one of those where when he catches, it's probably going to go up--Not to a teammate." --Jon McGlocklin, 11/14/09
Thanks for the post... and the kick-ass nickname : )
I’m sure he’ll be a fan favorite in no time – we need a player like him!
Thanks, Akis
GREAT post.
Will be curious to see how he fits into the Bucks’ big man rotation. And would not have expected him to be such a crazy dunker…
He only had one or two big dunks in actual game
He’s not a showman at all. He prefers to use those hops to grab boards.
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Awesome post...
And really classy of you to come over and educate us on a guy that I think a lot of us didn’t know too much about. As for Darnell Jackson, I think in your system he could be a potent player. He has some size and works pretty well off the ball; with Tyreke and that impressive frontcourt you have I think Jackson will fit in well.
We never really came up with a great nickname for him though; I think D-Jack and Darnell were the best we could do.
"I want someone who will, you know, let me put it in or who [will] suck on it." – Donald Sterling
he didnt get a nickname because we didnt even have him all of last season and he sucks...
and i dont remember him playing at all… the Kings traded for him for his non-guaranteed contract i believe…
by Superelkman on Jul 24, 2010 11:09 PM CDT up reply actions
He played in the last game of the year
IIRC, the Celtics signed one or two random guys to fill out their roster for the game.
Maybe he should play first base instead. That is, he should lie out there and we can step on him when we get a hit.
yeah great appreciation for the guy....testament to what typf of guy he is
the kinda player that will play his 10 minutes like it will be his last 10 minutes on the court in his career regardless of the score…..every team loves that type of guy on the bench
looking forward to seeing the guy in a Bucks uniform
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
Thanks Aykis16
The blue-collar Brockman will fit in nicely in our blue-collar city.
freaky I just saw an episode of the simpsons with Kent Brockman
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
man I just got a flat screen tv I cant wait to see the Bucks.......im jazzed.....
Cloin Mochrie never looked so good ;)
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
Who has more hair, him or Homer Simpson?
Maybe he should play first base instead. That is, he should lie out there and we can step on him when we get a hit.
haha.......let me count them
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
Not something to be especially proud of
How about this one. Latrell Spreewell, Milwaukeean. Hell yeah, Milwaukee repossessed his boat.
by MadTown Hoops on Jul 24, 2010 1:10 AM CDT up reply actions
Excellent post Aykis
I’m definitely going to miss Nessie too…
I'm not sitting in your car, or your living room with a gun pointed to your head telling you to listen to 1140. - Grant Napear
Whats the hold up on the announcement?
To make this trade official?
Bucks just confirmed with a press release
Three year deal.
by Frank Madden on Jul 21, 2010 5:04 PM CDT up reply actions
woahh 3 years.....the Bucks are locking everyone in like a Korean car company
3 years or 30,000 km whichever comes first
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
nothing against korean cars by the way....they make good commercials
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
Seattle Times says $3 million total
Works for me…
by Frank Madden on Jul 21, 2010 8:31 PM CDT up reply actions
yeah thats for sure
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
I'm also a Kings fan and want to share a few random thoughts
he usually opts to get the ball out to his guards or someone else after he boards it, unless its an easy opportunity.
He does a good job of this, it’s just too bad the Kings didn’t have the consistent shooters to help the team benefit from his offensive boards. However, between Jennings, Delfino, and Maggette, I’m pretty sure this won’t be an issue.
Brockman was a 2nd round pick that played less than 13 minutes a game for us. Somehow his leaving garnered a thread of haikus dedicated to him. We love the guy, and you will too. So take care of him.
I’m getting ready to move out of the country soon and will probably get League Pass Broadband to get my basketball fix. However, I’ll probably get a 5 time package. I picked 4 for sure teams: Sacramento, Miami, OKC, Phoenix. The 5th was going to be a coin toss between Milwaukee and Chicago, two good young teams with players I really like to watch. But Jon Brockman stole and ate the coin I was going to toss, so I guess team 5 will be the Bucks.
Lastly, Wisconsin area pancake houses better be on high alert
#vfettkefordraft
I better be careful around my local IHOP
..Might see Mancakes there
"Now, Maggette's one of those where when he catches, it's probably going to go up--Not to a teammate." --Jon McGlocklin, 11/14/09
by Speedingtime on Jul 21, 2010 2:38 PM CDT up reply actions
By the way
The Mancakes reference comes from this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRSQpbwRt1A
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Nice
"Now, Maggette's one of those where when he catches, it's probably going to go up--Not to a teammate." --Jon McGlocklin, 11/14/09
by Speedingtime on Jul 21, 2010 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions
awesome
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
is that like an average size pancake there? they were huge like a hubcap
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
We as Americans believe it is our God given right to huge portion sizes at restaurants.
by Brick's house on Jul 21, 2010 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions
haha.....well I have seen man vs food........but who knows if you can believe everything you see on tv ;)
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
If any of your Aussies come to America, check out Cheesecake Factory
NBA players have a bizarre obsession with it—enormous menu with huge portions. Makes sense considering they’re enormous people…
by Frank Madden on Jul 21, 2010 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions
We have 'The Cheescake Shop' here in Oz.
Tho it pretty much just sells desserts (pretty darn awesome too). Is it the same for Cheesecake Factory, or is it more of a restaurant with main meals too?
Squad Six is to the Bucks what beer is to Milwaukee (or anywhere else for that matter)... the catalyst for you doing dumb things in public and not feeling self-conscious!
by Big Crazy Dave on Jul 22, 2010 1:17 AM CDT up reply actions
yeah cheesecake shop is nice but its desserts...completely different concept
cheesecake shop mars bar cake…….so good
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
Ok.
So it’s a restaurant that only SOUNDS like it only does desserts… bit like that retail outlet in the US that only SOUNDS like it only sells walls… ;)
Squad Six is to the Bucks what beer is to Milwaukee (or anywhere else for that matter)... the catalyst for you doing dumb things in public and not feeling self-conscious!
by Big Crazy Dave on Jul 22, 2010 1:29 AM CDT up reply actions
i feel like we are stuck in an episode of the simple life ;)
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
Ha!
Squad Six is to the Bucks what beer is to Milwaukee (or anywhere else for that matter)... the catalyst for you doing dumb things in public and not feeling self-conscious!
by Big Crazy Dave on Jul 22, 2010 1:48 AM CDT up reply actions
nice................
on their website it says ‘to bar and bakery’…….you’ll win most aussies over with that ;)
"That," says LeBron, "is for everyone that watches me play. They witness something special. You're all a witness."
You guys will love this guy.
I am a life long Kings fan and I will admit I have never been as sad to see a 2nd rounder go as I was when the news sunk in that Nessie was moving on to the Bucks. Aykis is 100% right on all of his points about what made Brock such a great guy and player for Sacramento.
Another reason you will love him is because he is a hard working blue collar guy which is an attribute that fits well in communities like Milwaukee and Sacramento. You will never feel that you wasted your money on a ticket after watching Brockman hustle for you.
He probably will never dominate a game but he will do those little things that enhance the play of your stars and that will translate into wins. Enjoy guys and we’ll meet up again in the finals this year.
Your friendly neighborhood Purple Drank retailer.
That's not true....that's impossible!!! Aaaaah!
Squad Six is to the Bucks what beer is to Milwaukee (or anywhere else for that matter)... the catalyst for you doing dumb things in public and not feeling self-conscious!
by Big Crazy Dave on Jul 23, 2010 12:38 AM CDT up reply actions
Picture fail
Unless you meant to post a box with imperceptible walls and a giant red x in the middle of Joe Alexander’s last contract.
Wait, that IS Joe Alexander’s contract. NEVER MIND!
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Jul 24, 2010 2:47 PM CDT up reply actions
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