Out for 4 weeks with a moderate-to-severe ankle sprained. I really thought this was going to be a ending season injury but good thing it's only for 1 month.
Yeah The_Yoyo was definitely right about their player personnel being better defensively. I dont know why I went on a tangent on comparing our team to Boston. But I was just trying to make the point that you dont really need a point guard that shoots lights out to be successful in the NBA.
Mike Bibby = Aaron Brooks Kevin Martin = Peja Stojakovic Shane Battier = Dough Christie Luis Scola/Yao Ming = Chris Webber/ Vlade Divac Is a much more accurate comparison
the problem is that Brooks excells in the up-tempo pace and with Yao on the court it turns it into a slow down half court game. let brooks lead the charge with the B squad, and Yao be the focal point w/ the A squad. besides Lowry is a better defender.
ANd what do you think Lowry is? Lowry is NOT GOOD in a half court set because he cant push the ball in that situation and is a terrible shooter. Brooks on the other hand can stretch the floor in the half court set.
Brooks isn't a leader. He defers too much. Even Battier had to push him to become a captain on the team.
There is definitely more chemistry and hussle since Ish has been in but that doesn't mean he will continue to play like this. only time will tell, the only thing I can say for certain is he is a much better passer than brooks and seems to have a better control of the tempo.
Push him to be captain of the team? That doesnt even make sense. You don't nominate yourself, Battier decided to chose him.
I think this is where he is getting that from. http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/sports/bk/bkn/7265711.html
I agreee, also, i notice AB looks more for a shot for himself rather than making the play. There were a few times he pulled up for a jumper rather than send it down low to the open post, scola or hill/Yao. Ish you could see was willing to reward his team mates and then also run the plays.
I really like what I saw in Ish, and those were really exciting 6 quarters. But there is no way that the rookie is starting material instantly. As many pointed out, T-Wolves was one of the worst teams, Parker isn't a great defender either. Ish can't shoot, that's pretty clear. Whether he can still direct games and set tempos under pressure, it remains to be seen. But I really doubt it, not that I don't like his potential nor do I distrust him, just it's inevitable for rookies. Ish with his speed and dribbling skills and vision, he really could cause havoc in opponents' defense, therefore he set up so many nice plays around the rim last night, which led to so many free throws. If he's playing with Yao, whether Yao can handle those passes out of traffic, it remains to be seen, and I doubt it. To set Yao up probably, TMac did the best job, due to his size, skills, and vision. Shane does quite well, again, because of his size and his discipline and IQ. Brooks, with his shooting first mentality and size, he's not the best person to set Yao up anyways. But it doesn't mean Ish would be more suitable, for he simply can't shoot. I agree with some posters that Ish actually made Lowry expendable, instead of Brooks. So far, Lowry's output is not on par with his income. He definitely pushes the ball, plays better defense, and not afraid to throw his body on the floor or bigger guys. But he doesn't shoot well, more importantly, even more critically as a starting PG, he doesn't seem to be able to really control the tempo and game. It maybe has something to do with him coming off the bench. But, with lots of similarities, but more potential and a lot cheaper, Ish actually makes Lowry tradeable asset. The upcoming games are great opportunity for Ish to further prove himself, and also great for us to see more of him under different circumstances facing different opponents. That being said, I still want Brooks to start and have Ish coming off the bench. It's simply too much offense to give up, if we make Brooks as backup. Besides, after what he did last year, and turned down extension request, if you make him backup, you might as well trade him. Coz he could be super pissed, which would be really bad for the team. But, who wouldn't?! Rafer's shooting was always a problem, but he did pretty well in lots of other aspects as a starting PG. I never really wanted him to go. My ideal PG was always DW or Billups, they are strong and big, they can shoot, they are smart, they are tough, they are good at defense, and and and, they are just ideal PGs. BTW, I think AB could make good use of this 3-4 weeks, while recovering. He can watch the game more from the sideline, and think about how to adapt. With Yao's back, more fire power, he needs to adjust his game a little bit - not to sacrifice his scoring ability, but try to get more out of all the other players. Ultimately, that's what PG is about.
Brooks will be wise to notice the assist range on where Ish is during these games while he is out. That should set the tone for him and for what he has to do. If he want´s to be paid starter´s money he cannot be overshadowed by a 3rd string player on any facet of the game. He might be smart and realise this, or he may be dumb or lazy and pretend to get money through scoring. That being the case, trade him for a first round draft pick.
Rush to judgment without watching the game. Brooks has definitely cutback on his attempts. Your bases is off last year.
Brooks isn't a chemistry killer if Yao isnt limited. I think this came as a surprise to both DM and RA as far as his 24 min/game and only one on a back to back. Push it and try and score on an easy transition bucket or let the offense run through Yao. Just like we saw last night when Yao was double teamed, and got the easy 3 for Martin. I believe this is what the coaching staff visioned. Brooks proved last year that he was one of, if not the best 3-point shooting point guard in the league. Now defensive chemistry we can debate about... He was even called out for his horrible defense. Because of his defensive liability and not necessarily needing Yao to get his own decent shot, he's probably better coming off the bench.
That drive he did when the team was up 4 and he cranked up a brick and the Spurs got a layup with Jefferson at the other end was a killer. Ish was pretty bad late in the Spurs game.....and in OT.... But he is doing great considering where he came from....an undrafted FA. He was not drafted for a reason.....and that is probably his FG% being only 25%....right now..... DD
