Ewing: Curry May Not Have Big Apple Mentality

[MapleLeaf]

From realgm.com

Knicks legend Patrick Ewing acknowledged last night that disintegrating Eddy Curry may not have the mental makeup to succeed in New York.

Ewing, the Orlando assistant, understands more than anyone what it takes to prosper at the Garden. The “Big Fella" received more boos and catcalls than any Knick.

“I don't know if he came into camp in shape or not," the likely Hall of Famer told The Post. “You have to have a strong mind to play in New York. Not too many people can play there."

The boos that wash over the Knicks at the Garden have become a big issue in their freefall. Ewing is an expert on the topic.

“I think it's a great place to play," Ewing said. “When you're doing well, they'll let you know. When you're doIng bad, they'll let you know. It's a great check. You have to check yourself."

“Everybody gets tired of it," added Ewing, who asked for a trade after 15 years. “All you can do is perform to the best of your abilities. They know when you're playing to the best of your abilities and playing 100 percent."

 

[dez]

Im glad Ewing called this, it seems noone else was going to. Maybe Curry will take it to heart and get in gear.

 

[bulls12]

please, come back to the Bulls. we need you Eddy.

 

[dez]

please, come back to the Bulls. we need you Eddy.

I would be happy to send him back to Chicago. Send us Andres Nocioni in return.

 

[bulls12]

I would be happy to send him back to Chicago. Send us Andres Nocioni in return.

I wouldn't mind seeing that trade happen. the Bulls don't always utilize Nocioni like they should, he could certainly do a lot better elsewhere. he could average 18-8-5 in New York I think. plus, the Bulls are in desperate need of a big man who can score. And Curry played well in Chicago offensively and particularly defensively.

 

[dez]

I wouldn't mind seeing that trade happen. the Bulls don't always utilize Nocioni like they should, he could certainly do a lot better elsewhere. he could average 18-8-5 in New York I think. plus, the Bulls are in desperate need of a big man who can score. And Curry played well in Chicago offensively and particularly defensively.

to bad we can't make the trade, b/c I would love to have Nocioni in NY.

 

[bulls12]

to bad we can't make the trade, b/c I would love to have Nocioni in NY.

why couldn't they make the trade?

 

[dez]

I just doubt it will happen, but we can hope right?