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Chat Reel: Michael Redd

Ohio State star ready to jump early to NBA

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Posted: Friday June 23, 2000 05:41 PM

Michael Redd will never forget how he helped turn the Ohio State program from a losing record to a Final Four contender. Jonathan Daniel /Allsport

CNNSI Host: Welcome to today's NBA Draft chat with Ohio State guard Michael Redd. Welcome Michael. Thanks for joining us.
Michael Redd: Thanks for having me.

From Guest: What teams have you worked out for and what are they telling you?
Michael Redd: The 76ers, Knicks, Hornets. All had positive remarks from the head coaches. They said I have done a great job.

From Mike in Boston: How has your view on where you'll be drafted changed from the time that you entered the draft to the present day?
Michael Redd: Much brighter. My stock has risen since the Chicago camp. I had a great camp and some great workouts. It has boosted me up.

From ChoppinBroccoli: Michael, now that Ken Johnson has been cleared to return, OSU seems to have a national champion-caliber team. Why would you not stay at Ohio State and try for a national championship?
Michael Redd: It was a personal decision, career move and a new challenge. I had a great time at Ohio State. You can't ask for much more than the Final Four.

From Big10Terror: Michael, what is one of your most underrated talents or abilities you feel help you excel the most in the game of basketball?
Michael Redd: My ball handling. I don't question too much in these workouts. I just want to show everyone what I can do.

From Shrapnel: What do you think will be the hardest thing to adjust to in the NBA ranks?
Michael Redd: I think it will be the long season. An 82-game season is going to be a challenge. I was tired after 32 at OSU. Add in the playoffs, that is close to 100 games. It is something to get used to.

From Keith in Raleigh, N.C.: What is your favorite NBA team? Not necessarily who you would like to go to but who have you always followed growing up?
Michael Redd: I like the Lakers. I have ever since Magic and Kareem. I was really happy for them this year.

From Guest: What is your favorite college memory?
Michael Redd: The Final Four. When we beat St. John's in '99, it is something I will never forget.

From Shrapnel: Is there any type of ritual that has been passed down for players at O-State, that gives you guys good luck?
Michael Redd: No. Not too many people believed in superstitions before us. So nothing was really passed down.

From ChoppinBroccoli: If given the chance, would you relish the opportunity to play on the same team as Scoonie Penn at the next level?
Michael Redd: It would be a great opportunity. We had a great chemistry on the floor. It will be a challenge on the new level.

From Q: Redd this is Q, what's up with you?
Michael Redd: Hey man. I'm just hanging out in Columbus.

From Csmith in Toledo, Ohio: What's your take on how the Bucks will fair next season with both you and Scoonie gone?
Michael Redd: I think they will do well. It will be a challenge for the younger guys. I have all the faith in Coach O'Brien. I think they will do pretty well.

From Brian McMahon in Toledo: What is your major? Do you plan to finish school? When?
Michael Redd: My major is Broadcast Journalism. I have 75% of my degree done, so I do want to finish -- hopefully in the next two years.

From Sandy: What was it like to play for Jim O'Brien?
Michael Redd: It was a great experience. It worked out well. Coach Aires recruited me, but Coach O'Brien was great. It was a lot of fun.

CNNSI Host: That's all the time we have for today. Thanks again for joining us Michael. Good luck in the draft.
Michael Redd: No Problem. Thanks.

CNNSI Host: Thanks for all the great questions. Sorry we couldn't get to all of them. You can learn more about Michael Redd here.

 

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