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How good is Damian Lillard?

Discussion in 'NBA Dish' started by Air Langhi, Jan 8, 2014.

  1. Handles

    Handles Member

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    Definitely a top 8 pg. Arguably the most clutch player in the league, I think he is.

    Honestly, the reason I think he's the most clutch is because of his conditioning. The guy never seems to wear down and he stays quick and springy throughout the game. He's in fantastic shape, even compared to his peers.
     
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    Parsons trolled himself...bringing back bad memories

    <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Portland has plenty of time...trust me.</p>&mdash; Chandler Parsons (@ChandlerParsons) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChandlerParsons/status/546153538997342209">December 20, 2014</a></blockquote>
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  3. Mr. Clutch

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    The tool is strong with this one.
     
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    Biggest douchebag in the league. I would say Kobe but at least Kobe has been a great player. He's the Mo Williams of SF's.
     
  5. swyyyguy

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    damian lillard is way better than kyle lowry.
     
  6. Mr. Clutch

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    Just outside shooting. Lowry is better at everything else.
     
  7. T-macsterful1

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    Those are some pretty r****ded digits.
     
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    True. That's why I can't put Curry above Westbrook or Paul. He doesn't guard his opponent, or rarely does. Klay Thompson guards the opposing best PG if he was better than the SG.

    Liliard probably wouldn't guard Parker much; Matthews will.
     
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    Douchebags generally aren't self-deprecating.
     
  10. jscmedia

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    Well he sure is playing like a star. Let's put it this way, yeah I'd take him for the Rockets hell yeah.
     
  11. T-macsterful1

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    He and Harden would be a terrifying backcourt. I'd take that backcourt over Curry and Klay because Lillard doesn't need the ball on offense to be effective, he's a terrific spot up 3 point shooter.
     
  12. t_mac1

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    Then who plays defense? Can't expect either of them to man up the best opposing PG/SG for 35-40 minutes and still be effective offensively. Ariza can't guard elite PGs.

    Reason Curry/Klay works out is Curry handles most of the offensive responsibilities while Klay handles the defensive side.
     
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    I watched that 3 OT game and Lillard was beasting. Saw some the last game and he still is. He is coming into our home on a big high.
     
  14. T-macsterful1

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    39-6-5 against the Lakers.

    16 in the fourth quarter.

    I know it was the Lakers but man as soon as the fourth quarter rolls around this kid is sensational.
     
  15. Air Langhi

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    He has the 4th best Real Plus Minus just behind Kyle Lowry. You can make a legit case that he is starting to get into the superstar level of player. He is also the most clutch player in the league.
     
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    some of the shots he was making were rediculous.
     

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