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SYDNEY Kings recruit Cody Ellis insists a six-month absence from the game "won't be a problem" if he makes his NBL debut on Friday night.
On a run of three consecutive losses, the Kings are not only desperate for a return to form against Cairns at the Sydney Entertainment Centre, but some unity from a roster which, including marquee buys Sam Young and AJ Ogilvy, is yet to click.
Enter Ellis.
Despite having last played in Russia six months ago, with the Australian Universities side, this son of Perth Wildcats legend Mike Ellis insists he can bring cohesion to the Kings rather than further confuse the mix.
"I'm confident my inclusion won't bring more problems,'' says the 203cm forward, returning home after four years with St Louis University.
"It's not easy, of course. It's about doing your homework, watching the game tape, working with the other guys on this squad. But I really feel like I've fitted in here quickly and can help this team be a contender in the playoffs."
Speaking with The Daily Telegraph last night, Kings coach Shane Heal said he was yet to make a decision on wether Ellis would play against Cairns, who upset competition leaders Perth last start. However, it's well known Sydney want the Emerging Boomer playing by the time finals roll around.
New Kings recruit Cody Ellis, the son of Perth Wildcats legend Mike Ellis, shoots at training. Source: News Limited
"As far as Cody is concerned, that will be a game time decision,'' Heal said. "But he has certainly been training well for us."
Currently sitting fourth on the NBL ladder, the Kings are desperate for a win against the Taipans, who sit one spot below them on the NBL ladder. Elsewhere, Heal will also be looking for improved performances from Young and Ogilvy -- both key offenders in a side that committed 21 turnovers in their loss to New Zealand last week.
Ellis, too is keen to make his mark if given a start.
Asked how he expected to overcome such a long layoff, the Kings signing continued: "There is no way to get in match shape without playing.
"But in saying that, until recently I stayed training with my college team and, when on the practice team, you're involved in every play of every drill. It is definitely a different game over here and I'm just keen to get in and play my part for the team."
While Perth, Adelaide and Melbourne hold down the top three spots, only one wins separates the other five teams. And with none of those clubs boasting a positive win-loss record, and some having played a different number of games, the next fortnight will prove vital.
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