Jermareo Davidson (208-F-84, college: Alabama) is a 28 year old 208cm forward from Atlanta, Georgia that is was his first season for Antalya Buyuksehir Belediye (Turkey-TBL), but was recently relased. He started his basketball career for Alabama (NCAA) and played there from 2003-2007 reaching the NCAA Elite 8 in 2004. He got drafted by the Golden State Warriors (NBA,2rd (36) in 2007 and was traded to Charlotte Hornets. In the 2007-2008 season, he played for the Charlotte Bobcats (NBA): 38 games: 3.2ppg, 1.6rpg, FGP: 40.8%, FT: 64.3%, in Jan.'08 was assigned to Sioux Falls Skyforce (D-League): 6 games: 18.0ppg, 9.8rpg, 1.3spg, 1.0bpg, FGP. In 2008-2009, he played for the Charlotte Bobcats (NBA): 38 games: 3.2ppg, 1.6rpg, FGP: 40.8%, FT: 64.3%, in Jan.'08 was assigned to Sioux Falls Skyforce (D-League): 6 games: 18.0ppg, 9.8rpg, 1.3spg, 1.0bpg, FGP. In 2009-2010, he played for the Golden State Warriors (NBA), only pre-season, then moved to Darussafaka C.Tires Istanbul (Turkey-TBL): 27 games: 15.9ppg, Reb-1 (10.7rpg), 1.0spg, Blocks-2 (1.3bpg), FGP: 49.7%, 3PT: 36.4%, FT: 62.8%. In 2010-2011, he played for Krasnie Krilya Samara (Russia-PBL): Russian League: 7 games: 4.6ppg, 4.0rpg; EuroCup: 4 games: 9.8ppg, 4.3rpg, left in Dec.'10, same month moved to Idaho Stampede (D-League): 30 games: 15.3ppg, Reb-3 (10.1rpg), 1.5bpg, FGP: 52.2%, FT: 75.9%.Last season he played for the Fraport Skyliners Frankfurt (Germany-1.Bundesliga, starting five): EuroCup: 6 games: 12.5ppg, 8.2rpg, 1.0apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 48.6%, FT: 50.0%; German League: 26 games: 12.8ppg, 6.3rpg, 1.3apg, Blocks-2 (1.7bpg), FGP: 47.7%, 3PT: 16.7%, FT: 77.3% He spoke to eurobasket about basketball.
You recently were back in Frankfurt. What made you come back for a short visit?
My team in Turkey had a week break so I decided to come back to Frankfurt to visit some old friends. Some of the young kids who were fans now have become friends. It was a short 2.5 hour flight from Turkey so I came.
Did you see any ex Skyliner teammates?
I saw Devin Gibson and Quantez Robertson in the mall. I didnt see a Skyliners practice. I would have liked to have seen Marius Nolte and the other guys.
What do you like about Germany?
That everyone speaks English. It also makes me not miss home as much when there is so much English speaking.
What made the Fraport Skyliners so strong in the second half of 2011-2012?
I think that the team finally found their chemistry. I was challenged to play better and I think that I met the challenge and stepped up. I would like to say that I was a big part of the success. The team also stuck together and always played together.
We miss your great fade away jumper, but now we have the great fade away jumper of Zach Peacock. What do you remember of his game?
To be honest, I dont know much from his game, but I have heard that he has a great fade away jumper. I have much respect for him and wish him all the best for the rest of the season.
How did Jacob Burtschi make you laugh? He is a natural comedian. He came to the team in the middle of the season and one would not expect a guy to talk much, but he had many funny stories. He also loved to quote my favorite comedian Gary Owens.
Who was the toughest player that you ever played against?
Chuck Davis. We played together in college and each summer. We know each others game inside out and have studied our games down to the core. There are always players that you can get away with things on the court, but not against Chuck.
Last season, you were the best shot blocker in the Beko BBL and this season your near the top in Turkey. What NBA shot blocker have you always admired? To be honest, I dont really pay attention to that. I would say a Lebron James who is more of an offside blocker coming from the help, something I like to do. One day I want to do it like Lebron and slap it against the rim. I like when Lebron slaps it on the rim, but I am not really sure he does that.
What have been the main reasons for Antalya struggling this season?
We have been playing well up until the fourth quarter, but then we cant close out the game. It is always the small things like rebounds or defensive rotations. We also have a problem talking on defense.
You are bringing great stats in Turkey. Does the league fit your style?
I think that for me to be successful in general, it all depends on the team and what they want me to do and what they allow me to do. Teams like to see me with my back to the rim or setting screens. If teams let me roam around free, then that is when I can really produce. I dont care as much about stats as I do about winning. I really want to win all the time.
You scored 32 points against Besiktas Istanbul. Did you notice early that you were in the zone?
Whenever I do get going then I am always in the zone. The way I am palying this season, you have only seen one half of what I can do.
Do you get extra motivation when you play against guys like David Anderson and Mike Batiste?
I am always motivated. When there is hype on a player, I always step up. I love to take the challenge, but it doesnt matter if a player is known or not, I always bring it.
What is the most spectacular thing that you have seen ex NBA player Rodney Carney do?
He is always going 100 miles an hour. He is a high flyer that just loves to dunk over everyone. I had no idea that he could shoot so well, but if you give him just a little space, then the shot will most likely always go in.
How much potential does Jordan Theodore have who had a stellar career at Seton Hall? I love his energy and hard work. He is so passionate for the game as well. I see him playing in the NBA. I love his game so much.
You told me last season that you wanted to play 2012 NBA summer league. What happened with that wish? There is no place like the NBA. I didnt get an opening last summer. They kept telling me that they would get back to me. I dont know the reason if it was how I played last season in Frankfurt, but I dont know. I will continue each season to try to get back to the NBA. I wont play in the D-league anymore.
With what person do you get most mistaken for? It is usually rappers like Two Chains, Wakka Flat, Future, Bimarley or Mikey Moore. I have heard them all. Shaq actually called me Mikey Moore once. What rapper I get mistaken for usually depends how much hair I have
How is your rap career going?
I have made some new songs, but I only pursue it when I have time. Basketball still comes first.
What has been wrong with your ex team Charlote Bobcats? What are they missing?
Maybe they are missing Jermareo Davidson? I cant watch basketball in general, because I always want to play. If I see mistakes, I want to correct it right away. I cant watch NBA games, because it just hurts my heart so much. I want to be in the NBA so much. I just dont follow the NBA, so I have no idea what your talking about concerning the Charlote Bobcats.
The famous debate as who is better Kobe or Lebron?
Lebron still has time to develop and to get better than Kobe. Kobe has a maturity level that Lebron just hasnt reached yet. Lebron still has a lot of room for growth.
Pro A team MLP Academics have announced that Devin White (203-F-88, college: SUNO) will play a second season for them. White is a 24 year old 203cm forward from New Orleans, Louisiana and will be playing his third professional season. Last season he played 29 games: Score-5 (16.8ppg), 6.3rpg, 1.3apg, Steals-3 (2.2spg), Blocks-2 (2.0bpg), FGP: 57.6%, 3PT: 38.7%, FT: 74.0%. He scored in double figures 24 times and posted 30 points against Cuxhaven [read more]
Pro A team MLP Academics have announced that Devin White (203-F-88, college: SUNO) will play a second season for them. White is a 24 year old 203cm forward from New Orleans, Louisiana and will be playing his third professional season. Last season he played 29 games: Score-5 (16.8ppg), 6.3rpg, 1.3apg, Steals-3 (2.2spg), Blocks-2 (2.0bpg), FGP: 57.6%, 3PT: 38.7%, FT: 74.0%. He scored in double figures 24 times and posted 30 points against Cuxhaven. "We are happy that we could keep him for another season. I think that he is one of the most exciting and talented players in the Pro A and he can still develop. If he works hard then he can bring himself and the team to a another level", stressed head coach Tony Garbelotto.
Pro A team BV Chemnitz have announced that Guy Aud (188-G-89) will strap on their jersey this coming season. Aud is a 23 year old 188cm guard that has the German-Israli citzenship. Last season he played for the Finke Baskets Paderborn (Germany-ProA, starting five): 28 games: 9.6ppg, 2.8rpg, Assists-4 (5.5apg), FGP: 34.3%, 3PT: 31.8%, FT: 82.4%. "He was one of the best passers last season, plays the pick and roll well, can shoot well and defends with a lot of energy [read more]
Pro A team BV Chemnitz have announced that Guy Aud (188-G-89) will strap on their jersey this coming season. Aud is a 23 year old 188cm guard that has the German-Israli citzenship. Last season he played for the Finke Baskets Paderborn (Germany-ProA, starting five): 28 games: 9.6ppg, 2.8rpg, Assists-4 (5.5apg), FGP: 34.3%, 3PT: 31.8%, FT: 82.4%. "He was one of the best passers last season, plays the pick and roll well, can shoot well and defends with a lot of energy. He can still develop. He showed his talent last season, but still needs to be more consistent", stressed BV Chemnitz head coach Felix Schreier. The club announced that point guard Takumi Ishizaki wont be returning. Aud started his basketball career in 1998 for Mevaseret Zion youth team. He also played in Israel for teams like the Hapoel Jerusalem youth team , Hapoel Hevel Eylot , Maccabi Hod Hashar, and Hapoel Afula. In 2011-2012, he played for the Licher Basket Baeren (Germany-ProB, starting five): 24 games: 10.0ppg, 2.9rpg, 1.9apg, FGP: 41.1%, 3PT: 36.2%, FT: 84.1%.
One thing that Walter Tigers Tuebingen head coach Igor Perovic has done well the last years is getting the right mix of NCAA players and them stepping up in the Beko BBL right away. Tuebingen also got very active early again as they did a year ago signing Ben Simons (203-F-91). Simons is a 22 year old 203 cm forward from Michigan. He will be a Beko BBL rookie as he played at Drake from 2009-2013 and in his senior year played 32 games: 14.1ppg, 3 [read more]
One thing that Walter Tigers Tuebingen head coach Igor Perovic has done well the last years is getting the right mix of NCAA players and them stepping up in the Beko BBL right away. Tuebingen also got very active early again as they did a year ago signing Ben Simons (203-F-91). Simons is a 22 year old 203 cm forward from Michigan. He will be a Beko BBL rookie as he played at Drake from 2009-2013 and in his senior year played 32 games: 14.1ppg, 3.6rpg, 1.8apg, FGP: 48.1%, 3PT: 40.0%, FT: 88.0%. Simons played together with current Tiger Josh Young at Drake. Simons played a total of 123 NCAA games. "He had 2 very good years at Drake. He can shoot very well, can pass, can create for his teammates and has a high basketball IQ. We have him planned for the positions 2-3, because of his size and athletic ability. He has to work hard to play at teh Beko BBL level", stressed Igor Perovic.
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place (3-3) in Group L of the Top16, lost to Gescrap BB in the Quarterfinals 1-1
(-19) !!!
s.Oliver Baskets: took 3rd place (3-3) in Group D of the Regular Season
EWE Baskets: took 1st place (6-0) in Group F of the Regular Season, took 1st
place (5-1) in Group E of the Top16, lost to Karsiyaka (TUR) 62-66 in the
Semifinals, beat Gravelines (FRA) 84-76 in the 3rd place game !!!
Telekom Baskets: took 1st place (4-2) in Group H of the Regular Season, took
2nd place (4-2) in Group L of the Top16, lost to Krasnye Krylia (RUS) 0-2 in the
Quarterfinals !!!
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