Goran Dragic Live Chat: Monday, 1130am MST
by Seth Pollack on Feb 22, 2010 8:43 AM MST
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Suns backup point guard and Slovenia wonder kid Goran Dragic will be joining us for a live chat on Monday after Suns practice.
Goran will take your questions in the comments of this post. You can start leaving questions now if you can't make it for the "live chat" but the best option is to just ditch school or work and show up and chat directly with Goran.
Timing is a little iffy because practice never ends at exactly the same time, but it is safe to assume that this will happen between 11:30am and about 12:15pm on Monday, February 22nd.
[Note by Seth Pollack, 02/22/10 12:23 PM MST ]
Thanks to Goran for participating in this!
We will set something up again with another player and try and schedule a bit more time. Thanks everyone for the questions
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On playing behind Nash
Do you feel a lot of pressure having to support (and, in time, succeed) such a renowned point guard? What effect do you think playing behind him might have on your future career?
"Do not pray for easier lives; Pray to be stronger men."
~ John F. Kennedy
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Some times it's hard
b/c STeve makes such a great play so it is a little bit pressure. Now I am used to that. I hope that someday I will play like that
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 11:58 AM MST up reply actions
which player are you closest with on the team?
by dontTradeAaronNelson! on Feb 20, 2010 1:00 PM MST reply actions
Robin Lopez
we came in the league the same year
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 11:58 AM MST up reply actions
who was your favorite sports figure growing up?
Steve Nash, the league's MVP, is a longhaired Canadian who spoke out against the war in Iraq and reads The Communist Manifesto. Quentin Richardson declared after a game-winning shot that it "was like Hamlet. It was a suspense thriller, and I killed them at the end." Amare Stoudemire, when asked to comment on a 22-point third quarter against the Kings, said, "I've got a tendency to jump over some guys' heads and throw it down."
Oops...I asked the same question down at the bottom. Haha.
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by Trevor Paxton on Feb 22, 2010 11:40 AM MST up reply actions
Sacramento Kings
with Peja and Vlade…but now Phoenix Suns!!
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 11:59 AM MST up reply actions
lol
I don’t know – he is an excellant player. He got me. Still I am waiting for my opportunity
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 11:59 AM MST up reply actions
I tried to have #9
but Dan told me I had to buy him a car…so I took #2
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:00 PM MST up reply actions
You're clearly all close on the team, it shows in the way the bench supports the starters and vice versa..
…and in the fact everyone joins in when the video camera is on. But if it came down to it, and you had to pick two of your current team mates to join you in playing the most important game of 3-on-3 of your life, who would they be and why?
Steve and Amare
b/c they are the best in their positions. That’s much easier to play with these two guys
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:01 PM MST up reply actions
Hi Mr. Dragic
Is there any away game that is more exciting for you than any others?
(Thanks for taking the time for this!…your doing great and are a fan favorite!!)
every game is the same
Boston, Lakers and Cleveland are maybe a little more exciting than the other ones
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:02 PM MST up reply actions
If you could pick a song to be your theme tune, what would it be and why?
"Do not pray for easier lives; Pray to be stronger men."
~ John F. Kennedy
!The #1 Suns fan this side of the pond!
oh
We are the Champions!
I like this song
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:02 PM MST up reply actions
zivjo goran
what do you think are the areas in your game you have to improve the most?
pozdrav iz hrvatske ;-)
ja mislim da moram vse izboljsat ,od suta do driblinga i pasa
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:03 PM MST up reply actions
seth – breaking out the slovenian skills. NICE!
for those who know – is this something about improving dribbling and passing? thanks.
Banzai!
by Suns' Sensei on Feb 22, 2010 12:09 PM MST up reply actions
Goran typed that himself...
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by Seth Pollack on Feb 22, 2010 12:15 PM MST up reply actions
to complete, he added shooting as well… that is a GREAT attitude, way to go goran!!!… and this was slovenian/croatian mix… languages are similar but still quite different, so he certainly get some points with me answering in semi-croatian :-)…
so when I get to phoenix, seth you know what you have to do ;-)
Who do you see as the funniest guy on the team?
Most of are aware of Jared dudley’s antics to keep everybody upbeat…Is there anyone else that keeps everyone rolling?
"I especially liked the part where I dunked on the McDonalds All-American dude..."
Anonymous high-school player after a Virginia basketball state championship game...
Dudley is the most funniest
before that Alando Tucker
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:04 PM MST up reply actions
What's your favorite band or type of music to listen to?
Steve Nash, the league's MVP, is a longhaired Canadian who spoke out against the war in Iraq and reads The Communist Manifesto. Quentin Richardson declared after a game-winning shot that it "was like Hamlet. It was a suspense thriller, and I killed them at the end." Amare Stoudemire, when asked to comment on a 22-point third quarter against the Kings, said, "I've got a tendency to jump over some guys' heads and throw it down."
I listen to Slovenian and Serbian music…I would say Aca Lucas and Sasa Matic
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:04 PM MST up reply actions
Hi
How tough was it for you not to be able to participate more in the 2009 Euro in Poland and specially watching that amazing heartbreaker Slovenia has against Serbia in the semis ?
By far the most amazing game of the tournament
for me it was tough. I was all time on the bench supporting my teammates. I feel awful that I couldn’t play with them and achieve better results
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:05 PM MST up reply actions
What's your favorite television show?
Steve Nash, the league's MVP, is a longhaired Canadian who spoke out against the war in Iraq and reads The Communist Manifesto. Quentin Richardson declared after a game-winning shot that it "was like Hamlet. It was a suspense thriller, and I killed them at the end." Amare Stoudemire, when asked to comment on a 22-point third quarter against the Kings, said, "I've got a tendency to jump over some guys' heads and throw it down."
and confusing....lol
Crashing the [message] boards from the heart of Spurs Nation, San Antonio, Texas. GO SUNS!
I'm satisfied with the team we have now
we’re going to see what GM is going to do. They know better than me
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:06 PM MST up reply actions
sie mano z polski!
how much slovakian do you speak over here?
and
who on the team helped/helps you the most with English?
no slovakian
slovenia…none here. I didn’t meet any Slovenians here
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:07 PM MST up reply actions
When you were playing basketball in Europe did any crazed fans throw molotov cocktails at the players like they show on TV at the Euro football matches?
by MaryvalesFinest on Feb 20, 2010 11:59 PM MST reply actions
once I was playing in serbia and croatia and they were throwing coins and lighters. The referee stopped the game and we played the next day in an empty gym
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:08 PM MST up reply actions
Wow that kind of sounds intense.
"Yeah I could have been king, but maybe I already am king. Hail to the king baby." Ash from Army of Darkness
Mr. Dragic
Some compare Nash and Amare’s pick and roll to Beethoven’s First Symphony—- a thing of pure perfection. Take me through the learning process and the psychological mindset you must go through to be in the graces of such brilliance.
Furthermore explain what the pressure is like to be the protege of Nash who is the creator of the immaculate pick and roll; the most beautiful piece of basketball art in history. What exactly does it feel like to be the second coming of Nash in these troubling times?
Also tell us about Slovenian music
Can you recommend any good Slovenian bands we can listen to?
by MaryvalesFinest on Feb 21, 2010 12:03 AM MST reply actions
Last but not least...
Tell us about the fine art of Slovenian cuisine, your favorite dishes and anything you can recommend?
by MaryvalesFinest on Feb 21, 2010 12:24 AM MST reply actions
We eat a lot of meat. beef. pork. This is the main food in Slovenia
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:09 PM MST up reply actions
Has the nickname "Frosty" caught on in the locker room yet?
If not, I suggest vanity plates.
Twitter: @MikeLisboa
nobody is calling me that
Channing is calling me “Goran dog”
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:09 PM MST up reply actions
frosty is much better in my humble opinion
Crashing the [message] boards from the heart of Spurs Nation, San Antonio, Texas. GO SUNS!
Regarding last season and this season...
Was there a moment or game (maybe in Summer League) where you felt like “Hey, I got this?” It feels like a huge leap in understanding the American game was made between the last game of last year and the beginning of this one.
Twitter: @MikeLisboa
you have to find your confidence and your role on the team
when you got that it is much easier to play with your teammates
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:10 PM MST up reply actions
On playing "D"
Who is the toughest player you’ve ever had to guard? Why?
"Do not pray for easier lives; Pray to be stronger men."
~ John F. Kennedy
!The #1 Suns fan this side of the pond!
Evo jedan na Bosanskom
De mi reci ba Gorane koliko pratis futbal? How surprised were you when the Slovenian national team beat the Russians in the world cup playoffs?
my bad actually
the playoffs to get into the world cup this June!!
Sad kad sam ovde u U.S. malo pratim futbal.Ali bio sam vrlo iznanedzen kad je Slovenia pobjedila Rusiju.
by Goran Dragic on Feb 22, 2010 12:11 PM MST up reply actions
A fan from Brazil
Hi Dragic, i believe you are the next leader off our team.
Im Evandro Cruz, from Brasil (Barbosa’s land) and love watch you play.
How important is be with Nash for you improvement?
Thanks e um abraço!
Goran
What’s the difrerence beign in an NBA team and in an European team? How many kids do you intend to have? Aside from teamates, do you have a lot of friends in town? Cya and keep doing the wonderful job backing up Steve!
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Hello Goran!
My question is about your nutrition: What is your diet like; what types of foods do you eat to stay healthy, how much do you eat each day, and how often do you eat every day? Do you watch your diet and your portions of fat/carbohydrates/proteins closely, or do you take a more relaxed approach to nutrition?
Also, does your diet change in the off season? I would think that you would eat more calories in the off season when you can focus more on building strength in the weight room.
The Mike Bibby through the legs feed to Frye
What was going through your mind when you made that pass? Were you trying to get Mike Bibby on the receiving end of a highlight real? It was an absolutely brilliant pass, and I just wanted to let you know that I love watching you play night in and night out. Thanks for your hard work and dedication to Suns basketball.
Frosty!
When are you going to have your own shoe?! I like your style… but I can’t bring myself to wear Kobe’s… It’s against my religion to sport any Laker gear – sorry!
Keep up the great work!
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
Goran
Beer question from a craft beer fan.
Are there any Slovanian beers that you miss? Or have you grown to love any of the local beers here in Phoenix?
"Yeah I could have been king, but maybe I already am king. Hail to the king baby." Ash from Army of Darkness
Hi Goran
Have you ever dunked on anybody in practice? Thanks!
Steve Nash plays D!!
Twitter: @PhxSuns86
...
if you guys make it to the WCF can you please shave a dragon on the side of your head? Also, if Bruce Bowen ever karate kicked your head, what would you do?
Which do you prefer as a player...
Running the offense from the PG position or playing more off the ball as a wing/scoring guard?
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Does it frustrate you
that teams often increase the on-ball pressure when you are running the point? And what adjustments have you made in order to prepare yourself for that?
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
I see your game evolving in that you are becoming more of a facilitator first and
then a scorer second. Does playing with and watching Steve Nash help you in terms of seeing the whole court and finding your teammates? Has Steve helped you in other ways that perhaps we as fans might not expect?
he's on the practice court right now
getting some work in…probably be another 15-20 min or so
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by Seth Pollack on Feb 22, 2010 11:28 AM MST up reply actions
How does it feel to finally be silencing the critics a little bit?
In all honesty. It’s got to feel pretty good.
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How long have you played basketball, and what inspired you to play?
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And on the same train of thought...
Who was your favorite player growing up, and for what reasons?
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by Trevor Paxton on Feb 22, 2010 11:38 AM MST up reply actions
What music do you use to get yourself into your element before games, if any?
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Do you prefer to play Point guard or shooting guard?
Can’t wait to watch you eventually move into the starter role for the Suns. You are going to be the man, your new found confidence on the court is great to watch. CAn’t wait to watch you start tomorrow against okc!
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Lol dont put that kind of pressure on him man.
"Yeah I could have been king, but maybe I already am king. Hail to the king baby." Ash from Army of Darkness
Best moment of the season? (if it hasn't been asked)
What has been your favourite moment of the season so far?
"Do not pray for easier lives; Pray to be stronger men."
~ John F. Kennedy
!The #1 Suns fan this side of the pond!
bye thanks!
Crashing the [message] boards from the heart of Spurs Nation, San Antonio, Texas. GO SUNS!
Thanks!
We’re rooting for you guys, keep it up.
"Do not pray for easier lives; Pray to be stronger men."
~ John F. Kennedy
!The #1 Suns fan this side of the pond!
Right on Goran!
Keep up the good work!
by hcblankscreen on Feb 22, 2010 12:14 PM MST up reply actions
Bye!
"Yeah I could have been king, but maybe I already am king. Hail to the king baby." Ash from Army of Darkness
That's it everyone
Goran had to run and get ready to go to OKC…
I gave him the info to log back in so maybe he will come back and answer more questions. His English is good in person but it is hard to write / type in a foreign language so…
Blogging Suns Basketball . twitter: @sethpo
Thanks for the opportunity Seth
Thanks to Goran as well for taking his time to answer our questions.
That was a great idea. Any chance other guys would be able to do it down the line?
I’m looking forward to asking Taylor Griffin the hard hitting questions.
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by Scott Howard on Feb 22, 2010 12:18 PM MST up reply actions
Sure...we will
work on setting some more of these up…will be easier w/ the American guys that can type for themselves too :)
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by Seth Pollack on Feb 22, 2010 12:19 PM MST up reply actions
man that was awesome!
Just a really cool feeling knowing I had some kind of contact (2 questions!) with him!
by dontTradeAaronNelson! on Feb 22, 2010 10:22 PM MST up reply actions
lol
do you think my picture creeped him out cause I just noticed it
by dontTradeAaronNelson! on Feb 22, 2010 10:23 PM MST up reply actions
I've talked to him about that
before…he considers himself a point guard (as does Nash) but it is easier as a young player to play off the ball while learning the NBA game and of course he’s said playing w/ Nash makes it easier as well
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by Seth Pollack on Feb 22, 2010 12:17 PM MST up reply actions
This was a really good idea
Hey Stan, would it be possible to get some of the other players on here some time?
It’d be pretty cool to question Nash or Hill. Oh well, we live in hope.
"Do not pray for easier lives; Pray to be stronger men."
~ John F. Kennedy
!The #1 Suns fan this side of the pond!
thnks, that was the one thing i wanted to know. I think he makes a better point guard as well but can get more minutes and experience playing both now.
I think we have our future point guard replacement for Nash. He keeps his confidence level hight and keep attacking the basket with that lighting speed he will be good.
maybe kerr can draft em
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Dragic’s block on C.J. Wattson’s layup attempt last month was memorable. I think that was the top 2 block of the season for the suns, only behind by that ridiculous block by amare on marion’s dunk attempt last week.
Dragic should explode to more more games like that at Utah preety soon.
The play that sticks out for me was the between-the-legs pass on ATL.
How far do you think Dragic has come in terms being an eventual successor to Nash?
"Do not pray for easier lives; Pray to be stronger men."
~ John F. Kennedy
!The #1 Suns fan this side of the pond!
That pass was...
sensational. But I stick with the block as Dragic’s best play of the year, because great defensive plays from the Suns are so very rare to see. I think Dragic is slowly becoming a good player, but I don’t know yet about him being the successor to Nash. I think they are different type of players – and point guards, but I sincerely hope that will happen.
by Diego Queiroz on Feb 22, 2010 12:37 PM MST up reply actions
anybody else really excited to see what he can do starting for Nash tomorrow?
Westbrook is a good defensive point guard from the same draft class (if i remember right) it will be interresting to see how he does going up against him.
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Yea, but we shouldnt expect too much
OKC is on fire right now and this game will be very very tough on Goran.
"Yeah I could have been king, but maybe I already am king. Hail to the king baby." Ash from Army of Darkness
I just want to see him play with some aggression...
Attack and get into the paint like Nash to draw the defense and have some options to pass to… I’m excited to see how he handles this though
Absolutely
Westbrook is having great games, but I think Dragic is a better defender than Duhon, S. Rodriguez and J. Flynn and can give him more trouble. I also think that the length of Fropez can help Dragic containing Russell.
Wouldn't it be sweet
to break OKC’s 9 game winning streak? And also Durant’s streak of 28 games with 25 pts or more?
This game will be very special.
It will be easier to break their 9 game winning streak than Durant's 25+ ppg streak...
We don’t have anyone who can really give him trouble…
From the official Phoenix Suns twitter account:
“Steve Nash didn’t accompany the team to Okla. City for Tuesday’s game. Played thru back, abdominal issues to rack up 17 assists last night”
Should make for an interesting game tomorrow
Thunder are hot right now. Will be a good test for the team and Dragic.
I wonder if Dragic will ever log on again and contribute or read...
Maybe there is someone on the team that likes to write who would do a monthly blog or something? Lou looks like a blogger? :) Or Jaron Collins… he’s got a lot of time to sit and think right?
Maybe Robin Lopez would contribute? They say he likes to draw maybe watdogg and him can collaborate and produce some bonafide Suns art -
I guess I’m just excited that Goran would take the time to humor us – I shouldn’t get my hopes up.
They say "don't swim with the sharks", but I'm faster than sharks so it's not a big deal...
That would be great
Maybe something you could ask them about in the off season though when they got some downtime anyway.
Would be a real treat to have them contributing here.
This was awesome!
although i couldn’t be here live I got to read everything, and it’s just great.
thank you again, Seth, and all of the Bright Side family, for quenching all of my Suns fandom needs. You guys do a great job in bringing the team closer to us and I apreciate all of your hard work!
If you changed this season from last season, and why?
I really love Phoenix is a fan of the South.
You were so disappointed last season.
Always shoot the ball that felt like not getting going.
For the season, but shot it costs you feel like you’re going.
What did this change?
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