What makes Chandler Parsons an almost-star?

I don't think "Sky is the limit" is a good metaphor for Parsons's ceiling versus that of a star. I think he can at least get to the interstellar gas and dust.

 

In the NBA, you can only use the word "sky" when you mean something that is above the stratosphere, which also refers to "stars" because those are the same thing. That's just how it is in the NBA if you watch for years you know what I mean just check nba.com and the old tapes I have at my mom's house. But if you mean someone who is "interstellar" then that person is just above the troposphere.

 

he stepped up when it mattered (end of the season and into the playoffs)
he displays leadership on the court
he's the best looking guy in the NBA

and when you consider his impact on Dwight's decision... it's validation that he's a star in this league

 

Why does he need to be categorizes as a star at this point?

Anyway, the other thing is everyone's numbers get inflated on this team. All the touches because of our high pace.

 

He is the best teammate you will ever have, he always follows up on plays to support his man, he runs around and cuts freely just to give more options to the ball handler, he calls out his teammates on poor plays, he is always there.
Star or not he will be your best friend on court, definitely a captain on court.

 

He's pretty much a Battier-type player who does everything pretty well, is efficient, plays smart, and plays good D. He's also clearly a leader and ultimate glue guy.

Maybe a better scorer than Battier, but his scoring might come down with Howard on board. I predict his scoring averages will fluctuate between 12-15 ppg. I think for as long as Lin is with the Rockets, they will swap being the 3rd scoring option on any given night.

Final verdict: I think it's possible for him to have 1 or 2 All-Star years, but it's more likely he'll mostly be a good starter for his career.

 

He just doesn't possess the raw athleticism to be an all-star wing player...his defense didn't impress me last year, and as others have said, he can't create his own shot...luckily, he can shoot over a lot of SFs in the league. He's good at playing off the ball, a decent passer, and average rebounder for the position. He will be great playing in this system though where he doesn't need to create his own offense.

 

I honestly think Parsons will surprise everyone except himself and maybe a few teammates this year. i say he averages 17 pts 5 reb and 4 assist. Not all star numbers but definitely a stud.

 

He won't reach those numbers with Harden and Lin being the primary ballhandlers.

I do think Parsons is overrated here. He is a very good "glue guy" as others have mentioned but definitely not star material. He lacks the athleticism and explosiveness that a star should have.

 

Though I agree with you, there are players that became stars without those attributes (i.e. Nash, Bird, Novak). I doubt Parsons would reach stardom though.

 

So you didn't watch the Rockets after the all-star break and in the playoffs? If the Rockets didn't sign Howard, I would expect those numbers from Parsons as the number 2 option. As the number 3 option, his numbers may shrink, but they may not.

 

I wouldn't consider Novak a "star"...

 

True. More like a superstar... or supernova(k)

The sexiest shot in the game.

 

So white guys basically?

 

LOL. One of those three names does not belong.

 

Battier doesn't do anything will except facilitate and play D. He has no stats at all. Parsons has already passed Battier. With Parson's ability to make clutch shots, I think he could be a rich man's Robert Horry.

 

If he continues his improvement on an offense where he is 3rd option I think he'll be an all star. With Dwight in the picture all he needs to do is hit that outside shot more consistently.

 

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/98557297@N08/9304486693/" title="vanboner by jocarlo875, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5330/9304486693_e3829be09e_o.gif" width="210" height="311" alt="vanboner"></a>

 

I think his stats were inflated because of the high-speed offense last season and with the addition of Dwight I suppose we will play slower and he will have less usage rate so I expect his stats to drop.

Plus, over 70% of his field goals were assisted last season which shows that he is nowhere near to being a star in the league.

 

Chandler Parsons was recognized as "2. Who's the most underrated small forward in the NBA?"
http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/page/5-on-5-SF-130805/debating-nba-small-forwards

Young: Chandler Parsons. He might be the best value in the league (making $926,500 this season), but with numbers of 15.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists, a solid PER of 15.33 and shooting percentage splits of 49-39-73, Parsons is quietly a top-10 small forward. Maybe top five if you want to get bold about things.

Not to mention, got to hang out with him last year after an event and was the coolest guy ever. Bought all the drinks and road in his car. Good times.