Ryan Broekhoff in the NBA

valpotx · January 02, 2020, 02:49:00 AM

That sucks. He was just starting to prove his value again, to this winning team. I hope for the best in a recovery, but that sounds like something that will take a long time.

talksalot · January 02, 2020, 08:16:00 AM

ouch. So my medical degree has lapsed... I had to google it...

https://www.google.com/search?rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS803US803&biw=1208&bih=715&tbm=isch&sa=1&ei=f_oNXoPMJ82QtAbfybqgAw&q=proximal+head+of+his+left+fibula+fracture&oq=proximal+head+of+his+left+fibula+fracture&gs_l=img.3...60088.62663..62854...2.0..0.63.704.13......0....1..gws-wiz-img.dihqcjddpxA&ved=0ahUKEwjDh7ncjOXmAhVNCM0KHd-kDjQQ4dUDCAc&uact=5#imgrc=IVVe35sN7tMLVM:

Heal up Rowdy !! Enjoy the time with your family...

vu84v2 · January 13, 2020, 05:37:12 PM

I do not know how to link just the video, so this link is for the Dallas Mavericks' website on ESPN.com. If you scroll down a little, you'll find a video of Ryan discussing the Australian wildfires at center court before a Mavs game against the 76ers. Ryan is a class act in so many ways.

https://www.espn.com/nba/team/_/name/dal/dallas-mavericks

VUBBFan · January 13, 2020, 05:53:34 PM

https://twitter.com/dmn_mavericks/status/1216171447804137474
https://twitter.com/ESPNAusNZ/status/1216176063421616129
https://twitter.com/dallasmavs/status/1216018009149640704

VUGrad1314 · January 15, 2020, 12:16:11 AM

Cool way to show your support for Rowdy and his native land in this time of crisis.

https://twitter.com/RedPegTees/status/1216880446199554053

valpotx · January 15, 2020, 05:33:08 AM

Just for awareness, his nickname has become 'The Accountant' over the last year, due to one of the Mavs announcers continuously making that reference, tied to Rowdy's glasses look off the court

valpotx · January 28, 2020, 07:47:09 PM

Rowdy appears to be in active status now!

https://www.espn.com/nba/boxscore?gameId=401161348

valpotx · January 28, 2020, 11:23:46 PM

He did what he needed to do, in order to continue to earn playing time. In 8 minutes, he was 2/3, 1/2 from 3, for 5 points. Justin Jackson continues to struggle, which he did the entire time Rowdy was out, which will only help earn Rowdy more time.

valpotx · February 01, 2020, 02:28:53 AM

Rowdy gets the first NBA start of his career, due to a Luca Doncic injury, and creative Houston Rockets lineup!

https://www.espn.com/nba/boxscore?gameId=401161364

bbtds · February 01, 2020, 02:32:03 PM

Quote from: valpotx on February 01, 2020, 02:28:53 AM
Rowdy gets the first NBA start of his career, due to a Luca Doncic injury, and creative Houston Rockets lineup!

https://www.espn.com/nba/boxscore?gameId=401161364

Oi! Oi! Oi!

JD24 · February 01, 2020, 09:37:49 PM

Quote from: valpotx on February 01, 2020, 02:28:53 AMRowdy gets the first NBA start of his career, due to a Luca Doncic injury, and creative Houston Rockets lineup! https://www.espn.com/nba/boxscore?gameId=401161364]

I really hope Doncic enjoys the bench for the rest of the season.

valpotx · February 02, 2020, 04:03:25 AM

Another good game for Broekhoff in extended minutes!

https://www.espn.com/nba/boxscore?gameId=401161375

Doncic will thankfully be back in a few games, but Rowdy is earning minutes for the rest of the season, regardless!

VUGrad1314 · February 03, 2020, 07:32:48 AM

I've said it before and I'll say it again: Rowdy has the kind of game that ages really well and is the kind of game that gives players nice long careers as important pieces playing integral roles on good teams. I think he's going to stick around for awhile and I really hope that I'm right. It couldn't happen to a nicer person. We went to school the same years. He and I were in the same orientation group and whenever I ran into him he always treated me with respect even though he was a big star. If I wanted to chat with him he always had a moment. I'll always remember that and I'll always root for him. Go Rowdy! Go Valpo!

valpotx · February 03, 2020, 08:55:08 PM

Bad shooting night tonight, but he played good D, while helping to rebound. He can't have another shooting night like tonight while Doncic is out, so hopefully it was a one off!

https://www.espn.com/nba/boxscore?gameId=401161385

valpotx · February 06, 2020, 08:03:15 PM

Great article:

https://www.mavs.com/unbroekabledreams/

VUGrad1314 · February 08, 2020, 12:48:20 PM

Mavericks rumored to be frontrunners to sign Kidd-Gilchrist once he's bought out. Wonder how that impacts Rowdy's role in the rotation if it happens.

valpotx · February 09, 2020, 01:51:48 PM

It would probably mean that we get rid of Courtney Lee's terrible contract, but Rowdy would still get 5 mpg.

valpopal · February 11, 2020, 12:04:32 AM

Rowdy was waived by the Mavericks tonight to make room for Michael Kidd-Gilchrist. I don't understand the move. Rowdy had a lot of fans in Dallas, and they are not going to be happy when they see MKG can't hit the 3-point shot. Also, word is that MKG has a salary of 13 mil compared to Rowdy's 1.5. In any case, Broekhoff should find a spot with another team that needs a sharpshooter, preferably a championship contender. Although, selfishly I'd like to see him come home to play for the Bulls. I guess I'll stop wearing my Mavericks shirt now. Good luck, Rowdy!!!

valpotx · February 11, 2020, 05:20:23 AM

Well, that sucks. I would rather have seen Lee or Jackson go, as both are terrible, and Lee is vastly overpriced. Not looking forward to another overpriced MKG. It might be a blessing for Rowdy, however. Hopefully he catches on with a .500 or below team, so that he can get some playing time.

valpo84 · February 11, 2020, 07:48:15 AM

Lakers need a 3 shooter. Cavs desperately need a 3 shooter, defender and rebounder. Plus, it would give them 3 Boomer Olympians and all the TV market share in Australia during the mornings.

M · February 11, 2020, 09:05:22 AM

Sad to read the news this morning on the twittersphere. Really hope he can catch on with a contender, or the Bulls/Pacers.

vu84v2 · February 11, 2020, 09:14:55 AM

Ryan made the following statement via Twitter. Of course, he showed the class that we all would have expected from him.

Been a pleasure. Thank you to the dallasmavs for the opportunity. Thank you to the fans for all your support. Thank you coaches who have helped guide me and a special thank you to all my teammates. Enjoyed everyday.

valpo84 · February 11, 2020, 09:43:16 AM

As Ryan most likely moves on to another team, we pause here and post the current all-time Valpo in the NBA scoring leaders:

Bryce 1081 (34 gms, 118 rookie year; 243 games career)
John Janisch 734 (70 games)
Milt Schoon 616 (103 games)
Bob Dille 296 (57 games)
Ryan Broekhoff 238 (59 games)
Alec Peters 82 (20 games)
Don Bielke 14 (7 games)

VUGrad1314 · February 11, 2020, 01:19:05 PM

Come on Clippers Bucks or Lakers... Get Rowdy a ring out of this mess! The Mavs will live to regret this decision.

VUGrad1314 · February 12, 2020, 11:16:22 AM

Rowdy getting some serious support from his former coach and some Mavs fans. They are not happy at all to see Broekhoff go.

https://twitter.com/bobbykaralla/status/1227316390694211586

https://twitter.com/johlyp/status/1227325552303972353

https://twitter.com/swaggymdees/status/1227371311925735425

https://twitter.com/g_mffl/status/1227374089767178249

(I assume the last one is because she wants them to re-sign him once he clears somehow judging by her sadness at his being waived.