12-18-2020, 04:14 PM
Powells skill was as rim runner to elite level, and perhaps still will be able to. There is nothing more outside that in terms of skills. He is a one dimensional player. And it's OK to be that, NBA history is full of one dimensional players that contributed very well, and can be highly positive if the system is suited for this. There were many cases where this skill from Powell contributed well to our game. He seems also to provide energy and dedication, and is well liked by teammates. In case he loses a step and cant do this single skill well any longer, he has far less value obviously. Thats a big worry obviously. Personally, I want the two big to be great on defense. There was too much liability in having Powell in there compared to Maxi. Maxi and KP provide defense. Maxi also adds 3P shooting and some level of rim running as well. So overall, I think Powell should never start over Maxi. Especially if he has lost a step, which seems to be the base from preaseason, but could come back in his old shape with time. However, even in top shape and with that elite skill, he is not an all around two way player as Maxi is. Its great to have Powell on our team.