06-04-2021, 02:06 PM
(06-04-2021, 08:14 AM)HanspardsShowerVoice Wrote: The Pels beat writer for the Athletic puts the odds at 40-50% that Ball returns to New Orleans. He believes the Pels are going to be aggressive in reshaping their backcourt and will probably let Ball move on if he gets a substantial offer. Feel like he's going to be a Knick.
I am not a fan of Ball to the Mavs. I also don't think either Ball or the Mavs would fancy each other either. Ball was my favorite player in the draft too. He is really smart and very good BB IQ. He is also long and a good defender.
But at his asking price, I don't think he moves the needle. He shot the ball well this year but I don't consider him a great shooter. He also doesn't penetrate much or get to the line. He shot the ball better from the FT line this year but previous he was awful and I think shied away from driving to the basket because he didn't want to be fouled.
I want a player who we create more force by being able to put pressure by getting into the lane. Not pay 20 plus million to a guy who mostly gets his points by launching threes. I also don't think Luka would feel any pressure to give the ball up and let him be a secondary playmaker too. Ball should actually be a real good fit playing with Zion. To me it is telling they don't consider him a must sign.