Shep 0-3ft is 82% on 5% of his shot attempts. This means it’s almost purely fast breaks with a few wide open lane drives/cuts. FVV is a career 0-3ft 55% on 15% of his attempts Fred is one of the worst rim pressure PG to be a borderline allstar caliber that you could find though. You’d think Reed would have to be better, but we won’t know until he actually starts attacking the defense. Other comparisons for 0-3ft G. Dragic - 65% on 29% of attempts George Hill - 66% on 23% of attempts Steve Nash - 64% on 19% of attempts Steph Curry - 65% on 15% of attempts If Reed can get his attempts up to at least 10-15% while maintaining a finishing rate of anything around 60%, without drastically increasing turnovers, it would be a game changer.
It doesn't sound crazy at all. He is physically taller and has better hops than Fred. It's only natural that he can finish at the rim better. Fred has better handles and is more crafty. But he's very limited inside the arc because of his lack of height and athleticism.
Reed is averaging 60% TS this season. Already way more efficient than Failen Green. His 3ball is where it should be. His middy is getting there His rim finishing can/will be better. Like above poster said- If sheppard consistently finishes to the rim at good volume and 60%, it could be a legit game changer and he could be in all star talks as soon as next season.
