GopherJake
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Murphy reminds me of Dennis Rodman in that he has a quick hop when he's near the rim. Most people have to gather themselves to jump, but Murphy just rises from the push he generates from his calves. You don't see any knee bend, which makes his jump a split second faster than his opponents. Rodman had the same ability, which allowed him to be a great, undersized, rebounder. Next time Murphy plays, watch his jump.
Dude in the seats next to mine and I were talking about this. He gets above the rim effortlessly. And, as pointed out, very quickly. Huge asset.