So we're deflecting from the topic at hand now?
So he can create his own shot but can't make it? what good is that? Russell is also a better shot creator. He's a better finisher, better from 3 and the post. Prove me wrong.
At this stage, not good at all. His technique/usual form isn't bad, he just has bad habits - changing his form for effect and hanging in the air.
Not at all. Mudiay can get to any spot on the floor, D'Angelo can't. He can also create for others better too.
He's a smarter scorer, knows his limitations and when to pick his spots, which he has over Mudiay. Mudiay's BBIQ goes out the window when it comes to scoring, which is part him being lackadaisical and part being a pass-first PG. D'Angelo will always be the better shooter, that will NEVER change.
What do you mean Russell can't get to any spot? He absolutely can. His change of pace is elite already which he needs cause he's not the fastest guy.
Do you want a pass first PG that can't shoot in today's NBA? Mudiay got 22 points last night mostly because they left him wide open and kept going under screens (and he had enough speed to get to the basket on some of those). He got the Rondo treatment. Nobody respected his offensive game. And the few times I do watch Nuggets games he looks worse. So last night was an aberration...He's also not Wall/Rose/Westbrook fast so he's not going to be overwhelming opponents with speed. I'm surprised you like his game. He looks like a pass-first Tyreke Evans at best right now unless he puts in mad work.
And that's the biggest drawback on his game, is that he's of a dying breed that probably won't be relevant at all, 5-10 years from now.
He doesn't have that next level speed, but he makes up for it in his craftiness, ability to get to the rim and his size. He's noticeably bigger than all three of them - which is going to be pivotal heading into the future. You don't get too many 6ft5 dudes like him. It's less me liking his game and more to do with the potential I see with him (his floor notwithstanding). He needs an Engelland-type to help him with his shot, but more importantly he needs someone to help him develop a post game. He needs Sam Cassell in his life. D'Angelo's already been doing it in limited spots this season (as you've probably noticed), when he demands the ball in the post and while he's awkward, he's effective at getting his shot off/or getting fouled.
I don't know about getting faster, but he's certainly worked out what to do in order to utilize his strengths more. His shooting has helped him get out of tough spots too.
That's true to a point, and the fact that Scott isn't helping him out much either is a distinct advantage that Mudiay has. But I don't see anything resembling a player that can run an offense; he's more of an opportunistic player who functions better at the 2 who can provide some playmaking (in similar vein to LaVine). He's not a player (well, not yet anyway) who can regularly get to any spot on the floor, and has issues at times breaking down his man.
Why because I know what I'm talking about, and you don't?
Don't you find it funny how you and @CantStop are accusing me of trolling when you lay claim of Lakers players being better than other players you admittedly don't watch? Isn't that trolling? You tried shytting on Wiggins, but were proven wrong by myself and others. You tried bringing up all these stats that had no context behind them in the 'Randle > Jabari' thread, but were proven wrong by myself and others. I mean if we're being honest here you're the one who's a certified troll.
Nah, I just fight fire with fire.You're a troll dude....it's okay
You don't need to explain yourself
Dude just admit you were wrong. Is it that hard to do?
Admit to being wrong on what exactly?
Yes Simmons over Ingram.Really think about it, Simmons over Ingram?
How the hell does Mudiay have the better handle when he averages more turnovers than D'Angelo?
handbook...never admit you're wrong & pretend it never happened
Yes Simmons over Ingram.
If you can show me another 6'10 240 pounder whos a double digit a night rebounder who runs like a gazelle, handles the ball like someone much smaller, makes it seem like he has eyes in the back of his head he's such an adept passer, has a feel for the game like someone much older, and with room to grow then I'd love to see him
Plus he and D'Angelo played together in high school and won a natty together. You can't ask for much better team chemistry
