(01-18-2022, 09:45 AM)KillerLeft Wrote: @"burekemde" I thought Brunson did a much better job of shooting when the ball found him open last night. The shots didn't drop, but that's not the point. When you pass up those great, no-brainer looks, the chances that you'll create another one late in the clock after allowing the defense to recover plummet significantly, imo.
His penetration and in-between games were once again stellar, of course. They always are!
KL, I agree, Brunson was better at mixing it up last game. Although in few instances Brunson hesitated, neither shoot nor penetrated but it was minority of plays. Penetration/paint was top notch as usual. Outside shots didnt go in, but we know he can make them and cant be let alone long term wise. Needs to keep shooting, it will come. For both him and Luka. Its impressive that they both arent shooting well from 3 now, but we are really good on offense and win. It shows how well Luka and Brunson are in creating space for our mid range and paint shots and for others. Once they starting shooting well from outside, this offense should explode. I believe Luka-Brunson had a terrific game together again and outscored opponents when in.
EDIT: Skills-wise, Luka-Brunson is maybe the best guard tandem in the NBA. Maybe even just in general the best tandem. We will see towards the playoffs.