Back in training camp before the season began Mickael worked his butt off in practice and impressed Don Nelson so much that he won the starting 3 spot. When the Charmin soft DunMurphy tandem got benched early on, MP2 was still standing as a starter for Nellie before the Warriors' highway robbery of the Indiana Pacers. Because Mike Dunleavy and Troy Murphy are well, Mike Dunleavy and Troy Murphy, Nellie had this 6-6 swingmen playing power foward many times. Although he was severely outsized Mickael hung in there tough.
MP2 set career highs in each of the following categories:
Points with 11.1ppg
Rebounds with 4.5rpg
Blocks (0.8) and Steals (0.7)
Shooting- 38.8% from downtown and 48.8% overall
The problem is that still unfortunately didn't add up to all that much.
But let's give Michael (as TNT's Dick Stockton would call him) some major props for always trying to make things fun. He's a flashy and exciting crowd pleaser. Seriously take a look at these clips:
(Please ante up and turn down your speakers if you're under 18)
If only you got extra points for highlights!
If only he did this more!
A sweet trifecta against the 1st round exit Mavs.
Air France flies higher than any old jet in Oakland.
Grade: C
I'm really conflicted on MP2. On the one hand, he plays good on the ball defense, can occasionally hit the corner three, and did improve his decision making (albeit very little). On the other hand, that decision making didn't improve enough from last year. His basketball IQ is still very low and I'm not sure if it will go up much more. He is what he is. Sometimes he's a joy to watch if he strokes the 3, but can be a horror show if he continues to launch threes when he's cold.
Fun Score: 5
Atma Brother #1
Grade: B-
Mickael's still a fun guy who pumps up the crowd with his energy and streaky shooting from downtown, but he still pumps up the other team every time he steps out of bounds, runs the wrong play, or makes some other silly mistake. I don't know if he really improved this season or if Nellie just gave him more of a fair chance than Monty ever did. Still, Pietrus deserves all the credit in the world for playing out of position so often when Nellie had limited options with the injuries and the Murphleavy disappearing act. The man never complained and had a great attitude. Pietrus is an excellent 7th or 8th man off the bench for a winning ballclub, but I'm not sold on him being anything more than that during the rest of his NBA career.
Fun Score: 8
MP2 is incredibly funny, both intentionally and unintentionally.
Grade: C+
The appetizer was inviting and tempted the palette. It showed newfound maturity and a newfound synergy with the menu as a whole. And far less Dunleavening. The soup and salad courses were uneven, but mostly because they were so important, sans J-Rich. Then the main course arrives. Chef Pietrus showed moments of greatness during the entree, but overall it was just not that well thought out or particularly filling. And finally, we come to the dessert, which appears to have been prepared by the busboy, while the chef was out back smokin' a doob with the maitre 'd. I'm sorry Chef P., but the overall verdict is the same as it was last time we visited your establishment: two and a half stars. [For more see Report Cards: Mickael Pietrus. over at brother site Fear the Beard]
Fun Score: 4
DJ Fuzzylogic
Grade: C+
Although averaging more points, rebounds, and minutes this season under Nelson's tutelage, Pietrus' intriguing athletic ability was tempered by his boneheaded plays. It was unbearable. But when he put it all together (like a few games in the Dallas playoff series) -- playing strong defense, hitting the boards hard, etc -- it often left you wondering if he could be a consistent contributor. Like Dunleavy though, I think we've had enough of his inconsistencies.
Fun Score: 3
Fantasy Junkie
Grade: C+
This was the year for Pietrus to grow up. He didn't. His defense, three point shooting, and locker room presence were key for the Ws at times this year, but he hurt the team with his mistakes as much as he helped it. You'd figure after turning the ball over 397 straight times driving to the lane, you might stop. Not MP. Some team will throw him money this off-season. I'm guessing it won't be the Ws.
Fun Score: 7
Crowd surfing after disposing of Dallas at home scored him some major points.
Hash
Grade: D
Two words: Free throws. 'nuff said.
Fun Score: 0
The only thing consistent about MP2 this year was inconsistency.
YaoButtaMing
Grade: C
I had high hopes for Pietrus this year and it seems like he didn’t really improve. Yes, he was injured, but I’m waiting for the day when his skill matches his potential. All those three’s drove me crazy, but he always made up for it on the defensive end. I’ll be surprised if we get to keep him.
MP2 is a restricted free agent and many folks don't see the Warriors retaining him. His charisma and goofiness will be sorely missed if he does end up playing elsewhere next season.
Something tells me this kid doesn't want Mickael in his Fav 5- but I'll put him in mine any day!
Mickael's the life of the party!
Haha, the man cracks me up every time!
The images of Mickael leading the rest of the fellas out of the locker room during the playoffs in Oakland while holding a We Believe tee and him crowd surfing after the Warriors shocked the world will always remain vibrant in my mind. Best of luck to Mickael whatever happens this offseason.
What does the future hold for Mickael Pietrus? Do you think he'll be a Warrior next season? If not, where do you see Air France landing?
that's what is frustrating. The offensive deficiencies don't even bother me but with half a brain the guy could be a great defender in the NBA but the touch fouls and crowding people are just dumb
ah usually don't participate in the grading thang but it's a good distraction from the emo over the trade and all the KG ranting (mine) so here goes nuthin
Great energy, played out of position and was over matched on many a night, but his numbers are as much a reflection of his increased minutes as anything else (what were his turnovers per?)
I just got so damn tired of watching him step out of bounds catching the ball on the sideline, then looking down when the whistle blew as if to say "huh?!" Ok, first time fine, but it got sooo old there for a while ... so, slightly better than average for the intangibles
congrats on your career highs MP, and on your next contract
The silly fouls, not hitting free throws, stepping out of bounds, and traveling = F.
The garbage time block party against the Wolves, flashy dunks, and falling threes = A.
The French accent and flashy personality. "You're from America, so do you speak English?" = extra credit.
to let Biedrins go as well... I really do believe that Brandan Wright has more potential than he does and I know I'll get crucified for saying that but really Biedrins plays one way, and I don't really think he's capable of improving much more but then again we shall see. We should all be able to let go of players on our team, and not let emotions distract us from attaining goals. That's how teams get F'ed up when GM grow too attached to certain players. That's what almost happened to Mullin, not saying that it was a good choice, but I'm just saying I trust in his judgement.
Anyways... I still want Josh Smith... lol HAHAHAHAHA and does anyone know if the game on Saturday against New Orleans will be webcasted for free?
What about Reuben Patterson? He is an Un-restricted Free Agent... is it a possibility that we could work out a contract with him since he's kinda old? He was making $6,807,000 last year but is there any chance of us signing him for cheaper? Anyone know anything about Patterson's movement?
I don't know what's up but safari is not doing it. I can play the You Tube embeds with Opera but not safari. And by the way, it's not safari 10.4.10, that's the OS. My version of safari is 2.0.4. My OS is 10.5.10.
I've never been that sold on Pietrus. He's inconsistent and when he's really on he's not that fantastic. I root for the guy but, honestly, if there's anyone we can let go, it's MP. Barnes trumped his years of Warrior-dom in a half season.
by Atma Brother ONE
on Jul 5, 2007 8:12 PM PDT
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