Oden soldier in the field?

After much consideration, Greg Oden chose the same "Miami", continuing one of the most fascinating stories in the modern NBA.
He chose the day that will decide on where to continue his career - and all of the options preferred "Miami." Some parallels with LeBron James , of course, possible. But it is worth noting that the only thing in common Auden and James - this is the title of the player, once selected first at the fair talent. The rest - the complete opposite.
If LeBron almost from birth oblaskan Dame Fortune, the bad luck Auden did not explain any black cats or empty buckets. Tortured trauma center-has not achieved and never sells even ten percent of the true potential. At this point in the career of Greg had accumulated a measly 82 games NBA. At the same time, curiously, the last full match centerline spent ... just against the "Miami." Then he recorded an asset 13 points, 20 rebounds and four blocked shots. I wonder if he could imagine that he would never be marked with such figures? Currently Auden last match took place already in December 2009. It would seem that what we do discuss the giant? Yes, it's simple. Even being on the floor, center still often found himself in the spotlight. Now he's going back to the site to top sezona-2010/11 then takes another operation, then shared with the public psychological problems that Greg decided favorite in most countries of the world way - with the help of alcohol. And now, after almost four years since the the last match, center again decided to return to basketball. Why not a Hollywood story? Of course, the overseas media immediately "inflated" the news, so we knew all the details. So, on Auden claimed six groups: "New Orleans", "San Antonio", "Dallas", "Atlanta", "Sacramento" and finally "Miami." The first peak draft pick in 2007 chose the reigning champions. And, in our opinion, has acted correctly. As noted by Greg, one of the main factors of its solutions is the fact that the "hit" in principle, do not expect anything from him supernatural. Especially at the start of the season. Provide an opportunity to pivot slowly rolled into the season, do not force the issue. Even offered a contract with the wishes of our hero - a two-year player with the option of serving the second year. In other words, if the central (pah-pah) once again will fall under the knife and finally goodbye to basketball, it will have a chance to earn a little more than a million in the next year. If, however, be without complications, and a native of Buffalo, will last until the end of the season, thus increasing their transfer value, it is no ban abandon the second year of the contract and look for a more lucrative financially options. Additionally, probably want to Auden and the role that awaits him a "hit". 10 minutes on the floor, for that from him alone and will require that collect rebounds, block shots to put and end attacks when receiving the ball under the basket - ideal for injury-prone performer, is not it? Finally, even in the event of a sad end for Greg more than one season in any case he will be able to get hold of a championship ring. Due to this, first, it would be at least partially avenged a villain-fate. Secondly, the second time in his life to beat Kevin Durant . What is the use, "Miami" by Auden? It is clear that now is not the centerline is the player who, based on 36 minutes scored 16.7 points, 12.8 rebounds and 3.4 blocked shots. Well, if we see at least half that level. Nevertheless, even with the severe restriction of possession and clear lack of speed Greg can benefit. Particularly protection. After all, no longer a secret: the position of centering - the weakest in the "hit". Last season this defect almost resulted in a loss to Roy Hibbert and his "Indiana." Now, at least for the 10 minutes that Oden will be able to carry out on-site at the reigning champions find a worthy guardian for centering "Pacers", who often do not even have to be distracted by a safety net. Protecting the "hit" on the perimeter, as you know, is one of the best in the league. To a large extent the success of "Miami" last season contributed to Chris Andersen . Even despite the fact that one of the most controversial players in the history of the NBA did not do anything special - collecting rebounds, block shots handed out. Now, however, the "hit" is another of the same potential "X-factor". Who knows, maybe in increased competition in the East, one rebound, or "pot" Oden can play a crucial role? After all, even after nearly four years of inactivity exceeds some giant "big" association. The crisis with the fifth numbers in action. Finally, the current champions do not run the risk. Salary of one million per season - a trifle by the standards of the NBA. Wherefore it is recognized option with the "hit" that the best for the player himself, that for the team. Wherefore I want to wish good luck to the centerline, which bypasses the rest of his professional career. Funny thing: not once, not twice, after allegations that Oden can come back to the floor, we believed in a miracle. In fact, that at least this time it all goes. And ultimately been frustrated. But here's the story repeats itself. Some overseas colleagues argue that in such good physical shape Oden not resided since high school - and we once again draw a picture in the mind, as Greg runs across the floor. Yes, the match does not fall on the stars. Yes, no breaks in the pool of the best center of the league. But helping the team in a difficult ascent to Olympus. And most importantly - help is active and does not sit on the "bench" in a suit with a crutch at hand. Not a bad picture, right?