01-04-2024, 04:34 PM
(01-04-2024, 04:18 PM)Chicagojk Wrote: Yeah, I have no problem if someone is disappointed in him or thinks he doesn't have it. I just preach patience. There has been a few things that I am surprised he has struggled with. For instance, when the ball is being rotated to him, he seems a little confused and does not know he needs to make a quick move and move towards the ball to get it. Some small things like that...mostly on offense. I knew his shooting was going to be an issue. I expect it will be next year too. It looks pretty shaky right now. He just needs to shoot corner threes until his arms fall of. He will need to focus on the shots he will most likely get playing with Luka. The rest can be developed as he moves forward.
On defense, I just notice a lot of smaller things. I love how he always looks to make contact with his defender when the shot goes up to box out. I like how he is always moving on defense off ball. I don't think he knows what he is doing yet, but I like that energy. I love how he always plays hard. I think he is the type of guy who will get the most out of his ability. Lastly, I look how long he looks and the broad shoulders he has. Not many guys look that way.
I see a lot of physical resemblance to OG. Now the skill level is where he will need to prove he is worth the investment. I think he is a solid investment and hopefully an ideal glue guy around this team over the next few years. While not a done deal, I really think this years draft might have saved us. Work is left to be done, but I envision both guys as really important players. Both guys who won't need touches to be effective. That is key playing with Luka.
I don't see the resemblance to OG Anunoby. OG is thick all over.