2009 recruit Orton's TEAM falls short

by JL Blue on Mar 16, 2009 12:09 PM EDT Comment 19 comments

Returning to his Bishop McGuinness team in time for the playoffs stretch run, Kentucky signee and 2009 Jordan All-American Daniel Orton wasn't able to push his team to a fourth consecutive Oklahoma state title.

Saddled by foul trouble in the first half, Orton poured in 10 fourth quarter points -- finishing with 14 -- to keep it close, but McGuinness fell to Star Spencer 67-61 in the 4A state title game.

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Orton had posted 10 points and 3 blocks in the semifinals.

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actually, your heading should read...

Orton’s “team” falls short…

I’m just happy to see the kid playing again… Lets hope and pray that his knee is 100% by the fall…

Steelers fan 1st! UK is my 2nd love.

by vinceuk1 on Mar 16, 2009 12:23 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

You're welcome.

nm.

I could frankly give two rips about the rest of his “team.” You must be a big McGuinness fan.

The Heart & Mind of the Big Blue Nation ...

by JL Blue on Mar 16, 2009 12:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Take Away The "Mc" And I'm A Fan, Too

Guinness, that is.

by FortyYearCatFan on Mar 16, 2009 12:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Funny.

Of course its difficult, its a shortcut... if it was easy it'd just be "the way."

by chirop1 on Mar 16, 2009 6:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

You and my husband

My hubby calls Guinness “nectar of the gods”.

by uk1982 on Mar 16, 2009 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

mmm, Guinness

I plan on having a few of those myself tomorrow on St Paddy’s Day while watching my Cats in the NIT.

by blue kentucky girl on Mar 16, 2009 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

no, not really...

Never mind dude… lol

Steelers fan 1st! UK is my 2nd love.

by vinceuk1 on Mar 16, 2009 12:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Whew

When I read that headline I thought Orton had tripped over something and wrecked his knee again.

Don’t scare me like that, JL!

I like important stuff just as much as the next guy, but please, for a little while, deliver us from meaning, baseball. That's your greatest glory, and we thank you for it very, very much. -- Craig Calcaterra

by JLeverenz on Mar 16, 2009 1:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

That was my point... lol

Steelers fan 1st! UK is my 2nd love.

by vinceuk1 on Mar 16, 2009 1:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

with you vince

but its just a blog :)

by memphis wildcat on Mar 16, 2009 1:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Heading

I thought it meant JL had a poor opinion of Orton when I read the headline. It wasnt until I read the article I figured out he meant Orton’s team lost.

DEEETROIT BASKETBALLL!!!

by davw83 on Mar 16, 2009 10:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Jesus ...

… edited.

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by JL Blue on Mar 17, 2009 10:48 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

WWJD?

by btcoop71 on Mar 17, 2009 11:13 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Jesus > Can He Play PG?

I’m pretty sure His eligibility hasn’t expired. And He would be PERFECT too.

by FortyYearCatFan on Mar 17, 2009 11:19 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Are you saying Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?

by btcoop71 on Mar 17, 2009 11:27 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

lol

y’all are cracking me up this morning

by blue kentucky girl on Mar 17, 2009 11:28 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Might be tough to get past the NCAA

Think of all those “extra benefits” the compliance office would have to explain….

by JLeverenz on Mar 17, 2009 11:29 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Not A Back To Basket Player

On last night’s call-in show Gillispie commented on Orton’s toughness and work ethic, and stated that he was not particularly a back-to-basket player but preferred facing up and using quickness; also lauded his ball-handling skills and ability to lead break.

by Wild Weasel on Mar 17, 2009 8:25 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Orton projects ...

… as a power forward in the NBA. Actually, his skill set and body are a much better fit for the NBA four than Patterson’s are.

Orton is a terrific passer for a big man, and has an excellent handle for a man his size. He does have range, but his game isn’t about putting up 25 points, although he certainly can do that — he makes others around him better, and does the little things well.

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by Truzenzuzex on Mar 18, 2009 9:39 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs