He was coming out of Texas, and, of course, everything is bigger in Texas, right? Not with D.J. Augustine, apparently, as he was entering the 2008 NBA Draft as a small, 6'0" 180-pound point guard.
No, he isn't big. But the way he plays the game of basketball truly is.
Augustin played 72 games last season as a backup to Raymond Felton. Augustin played well, averaging 11.8 points, 3.5 assists and 0.6 steals per game. He was closely compared to Felton.
Some wondered whether Augustin was going to start at point guard because of the rumors going of Felton leaving or being traded.
But now entering the 2009 season, Augustin is looking to build up his game, even as Felton's backup. But with some new additions to the team, including a draft pick in Gerald Henderson, it won't matter.
Even with him as a backup, he can change the game. I mean, Charlotte can look real good this year, I have to admit that. I mean, I see them better than the Pacers even, you're listening to a fan of Indy here.
Augustin is looking to tear it up badly on the court. With some Charlotte fans pissed about their team passing on Brook Lopez in the Draft, they really need to change their mind.
And Augustin will. He doesn't deserve to be criticized.
Augustin is small but mighty. I like how he plays. He's a tiny guard who can dominate in many areas. He's slick and can make you look completely foolish on his pick-and-rolls with his speed running towards the basket.
You'll be amazed. And also, you got his dazzling three-point shot that can leave a sparkle in your eyes. But Augustin does sometimes get intimidated by his size. Sometimes he can't even contest with his shots.
If he can take advantage of the gift he has, quickness, he can excel and be a very strong and powerful point guard.
And with the talent Charlotte has on their team with guys like Felton, Raja Bell, Henderson, Gerald Wallace, Vladimir Radmanovic, Boris Diaw, Tyson Chandler, DeSagana Diop and Nazr Mohammed, they have a one-way ticket to the playoffs.
And Augustin is there to make it possible.
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