Yeah I disagree with the idea that Chris Paul wouldn’t sign off on this if he had any beef with Rivers. It’s a bit odd they haven’t spoken. You’d think Paul would reach out to reinforce that they’re good. I think he signed off in spite of his beef because he’s hurt and his contract is becoming an albatross. We’ll see.
"I think I've gotten into it competitive-wise with these guys because they are just like me," Rivers said. "I think I fit more with them than I do with a lot of other teams. They have a lot of guys who have that competitive dog spirit. That's their makeup. I definitely fit in very well here in terms of competing and doing everything I can for the team."
Then again, that number still has the fresh stench from Chandler Parsons. Others who have worn #25 for us: Cliff Meely 1972-1976 Tom Owens 1977 C.J. Kupec 1978 Bernard Thompson 1989 Anthony Bowie 1990 Robert Horry 1993-1996 Moochie Norris 2005-2006 Jake Tsakalidis 2007 Gerald Green 2008 Chandler Parsons 2012-2014
I feel like this is the biggest flaw of our system. 2 pointers are easier. Sometimes, when we are going through a 3-4 minute period without scoring...it's alright to take an easier 2 point shot... I get it, 3>2 but when all you do is brick 3s sometimes then 2>0.
yep, ps its even more than that, some players need midrange on psychological level.. they grew up shooting midrange and they need it to get into game flow or in the zone ... they need it in same way some players need to dribble a bit before taking a shot...its like an appetizer before the main course Spoiler: another metaphor or like foreplay before penetration sexwise efficiency wise you dont lose a lot perhaps 0.5 - 1 ppg per player and 1 ppg is a measly price to pay to play in a groove
For guys who are just catch and shoot guys, it's not much of an issue. For scorers, it can be an issue depending on the player. Like I always say, if the guy is already efficient, then you have to have leeway. Some guys need to see shots go in to get in a greater rhythm, and mid-range can get them there. If a guy is inefficient, that's a different story.
Practicing from a line can help players actually get better from a farther distance -- like Zeroing a weapon. I know that I was much better shooting jump shots in game from the actual FT line, than from a few feet closer. Willing to bet same applies to practicing from any line that is drawn on the court. Having your aim "Zero'd" in on a pre-determined spot is better than jumping from a midrange spot based upon what the defense gives you.
The midrange is essential for playoff basketball in my opinion. NBA athletes have a much much easier time draining contested 15 footers rather than 30 footers.
