05-27-2023, 12:00 PM
(05-27-2023, 11:36 AM)Ghost of Podkolzin Wrote: Someone please explain to me the fascination with Turner.
Stretch? Kinda. Only 1.5 3ptrs/game at 37.3%. That'd put him 8th on the Mavs from last year (behind Wood).
Rebounder? Meh. Only 7.5rbs with a Reb% of 12.8. That'd put him squarely behind Wood and McGee in %, and behind Luka in rbs.
Defense? Nope. 116.3 DefRtg. That'd put him 9th on the Mavs from last year (behind Luka).
Scoring? Kinda. 18pts puts him behind Luka and Kyrie.
Cheap? Meh. $20.9mill.
Why on Earth would we want Turner over Jarrett Allen?
Defense. Among the best when it comes to defensive on/off over the last five seasons. Top 3 in blks and DFG% around the rim over the last five seasons.
Rebounding. Pretty solid team rebounding impact on the defensive end (positive on/off in the last five seasons).
Scoring. Take a look at his shot chart. He can do it all. 3-point range. Midrange. Extended post. Ellbow. Post. Finishing at the rim. On elite efficiency (higher volume + efficiency compared to Wood).
Not sure if I would take him over Allen but there is a lot to like about his game. My only concern is his health.