Greg Monroe?

Too slow for the 4, clog up the lane for drives, clashing with DH in the paint. I guess they could always try the Gasol/Zbo combo but that won't work because Dwight can't shoot away from the paint like either of those behemoths.

Nice player though.

 

Random idea is random.

 

Maybe if we strike out on Bosh. I'd prefer a PF who plays D but if that's what it comes down to, he is an upgrade over what we have

 

I agree but FA is on hold until miami and melo choose their directions SMH. its plain stupid that this team has so many holes and no bench yet, they are waiting on a decision from 3 players they have no chance of getting.

 

Terrible defender

 

I love greg, but no he probably couldn't fit perfectly alongside with Howard. He scores in the paint, no reliable mid range jumper. He also is a little slow with his feet, he can't guard perimeter post players like Aldridge and Dirk. So not a stretch 4, not a perimeter post, and pick&roll defender, our biggest needs the 4 spot.


Why do you think the Pistons are willing to trade him and aren't voicing how much they want to match and keep him? Because he hasn't fit well next to Drummond, and Drummond is a Howard lite. Still, if we strike out on all free agents, I wouldn't mind us trying snag him, he's still young and very talented. Excellent scorer around the paint, great passer, rebounder and just a overall smart and polished player.

 

You do realize you probably are a better stretch 4 than Monroe is right?

 

He shootin the 3 like larry bird but only in his dreams.

 

He's a smart player, and he's a big guy, but besides that he doesn't have much going for him defensively. He's not a shot blocker or rim protector, and he's not quick enough to defend players on the perimeter and in the post.

 

A paint clogger that can't guard anyone? No thank you.

 

Have you watched Monroe play?

 

He's slow in PnR defense. He just doesn't have the foot speed.

 

Worst than Harden on D.

 

listen Better Homes and Gardens,

NOoooooooooo

 

Is Monroe a credible backup for Howard?

Can we replace Asik?

Rocket River

 

Monroe is going to get a contract similar to Parsons, no way he's just a back up. He definitely couldn't replace Asik rim protection and post defense either.

But yes Monroe could be our starting 4 and full time backup C.