July 3, 2003 - Malick Badiane, who the Rockets selected with the 44th overall pick in this year’s draft, arrived in Houston this week and began working out for the Houston coaching staff. The 19-year-old Senegal native went through various post player drills with new Rockets assistant coach Steve Clifford and Rockets scout Melvin Hunt.
At 6-10, Badiane seems to have raw athletic talent and explosive quickness. Although it is still questionable whether Badiane will crack this season’s roster or spend another year overseas for seasoning, he will get a good look by Rockets coach Jeff Van Gundy and his staff.
Badiane will get his first shot at showcasing his skills next week in California as a member of the Rockets summer league team.
“I’m going to show them my skill for rebounding and blocked shots, and that my offense will get better,” said Badiane. “I have to prove (myself) and work hard to get to the next level."
When asked whether he thought he would be in Houston this season or return for another year in Germany, Badiane immediately said that it would ultimately be the coach’s decision that determined his fate.
“It’s for the coach if they would like me to play for the team,” he said. “I’m coming in new. I have to learn.”
The Rockets draftee is a big fan of new Rockets assistant coach Patrick Ewing and former Rockets center Hakeem Olajuwon.
“Hakeem was here and did a very good job, so I’m very happy to be here,” said Badiane. “He learned a lot and was one of the top 50 players in the world. And with Patrick Ewing being another big man, that will be good for me.”
While Badiane still has a contract with his team in Germany, if he turns enough heads in the summer league, the Rockets may opt to bring him into their system this season. Right now the ball seems to be in his court. Rockets general manager Carroll Dawson is in no rush to bring along this season’s draft choice, but is pleased to have access to him whenever the timing is right.
“Its going to be interesting to get him in summer league,” said Dawson. “We liked what we saw today and we feel like when he’s ready, we can get him.”
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