Monta Ellis - Move!
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Monta Ellis - Move!
Monta Ellis Mixtape - Move! ----------------------------------- Drafted by the Warriors in the 2nd round (40th overall) in the 2005 NBA Draft, Ellis was inserted into the starting lineup late in the 2005-06 NBA season, along with fellow rookie Ike Diogu. He scored his first points on December 7, 2005 against the Phoenix Suns on a 3-point shot. He was highly regarded as one of the players to watch during the 2006 summer league, but was unable to compete due to knee problems. After receiving very little playing time as a rookie, Ellis improved immensely coming into his second year and began to show great potential. During the 2007 NBA Draft, the Warriors traded Jason Richardson and second-round draft pick Jermareo Davidson to the Charlotte Bobcats for lottery pick Brandan Wright. The trade freed up about $10 million dollars in cap space for the Golden State Warriors with which they could sign Ellis as well as fellow young star Andris Biedriņš to extended contracts and allowed Ellis more time at the guard spot. In his third season, Ellis has become one of the Warriors' top performers, becoming a clutch player and pulling them through close games. He is often referred to as "the future" of the Warriors franchise. On July 25th 2008, Monta signed a six year, $67 million contract extension with the Golden State Warriors, making him the highest paid Warrior on the team.
YouTube | August 9, 2008
