gomretat
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Jimmer has incredible range. Some of his shots are spectacular. His 15 -minute stretch against Utah is the most incredible 15-minute stretch I have seen at a college level. He has great upper body strength. He elevates quickly and well on his jumper. His step back jumper is very effective at creating space. He is unlikely to have off the court issues. And yet, I really hope we don’t draft him.
In 15 out of 37 games he shot 50% or higher from the 3 pt line. 16 out of 37 he shot 33% or lower from the 3 pt line. In 12 of those 16 games, he shot 25% or less from the 3 pt line. He ended the season at .396 from beyond the arc, which puts him well out of the top 100 in 3pt field goal percentage – probably between 120-140. This isn’t gymnastics, ice skating or bull riding. You don’t get extra points for some of the shots being spectacular. Though the range is amazing, the percentages don't make me want to draft him for his shooting. CJ is a tremendous shooter when he is on but consistency is obviously the killer. JF may well be more of the same.
Beyond shooting, add me to the list of those who don’t see him playing the point well. His ball handling is ok. His passing was ok but his assists are very low for the amount of time he had the ball in his hands. That being true at the college level makes him a tweener IMO. Tweeners who make a name in the NBA are typically very gifted athletes. That is not Jimmer.
As much as anything, I am concerned about his decision making on the court. In fairness this is as much a Dave Rose issue as it is about Jimmer but he has to take some of the blame. His decision-making and shot selection were simply terrible at times. I don’t remember a player who was so heralded who made such bad decisions. He may turn that around with a different coach and a different system but it is a real risk IMO. Add to that the defensive liability and it is not a good fit for the Jazz. We simply cannot afford that bad of defense on the perimeter. I realize BYU folks came out after the season and said it was on purpose. I am not buying.
I think Jimmer will have a serviceable NBA career. Most leading scorers in the NCAA don’t make it in the NBA but most Naismith winners do. His specialty of long range shooting will keep him in the game and he will make a good living. Given his size and style of play, he will contribute more on a team that is wide open like the Suns or current Nugget team. I am hopeful that at the 12 spot there are players left who are a much better fit and take a gamble on more upside.
Finally, I stick by the statement, Never Call A Grown Man Jimmer.
In 15 out of 37 games he shot 50% or higher from the 3 pt line. 16 out of 37 he shot 33% or lower from the 3 pt line. In 12 of those 16 games, he shot 25% or less from the 3 pt line. He ended the season at .396 from beyond the arc, which puts him well out of the top 100 in 3pt field goal percentage – probably between 120-140. This isn’t gymnastics, ice skating or bull riding. You don’t get extra points for some of the shots being spectacular. Though the range is amazing, the percentages don't make me want to draft him for his shooting. CJ is a tremendous shooter when he is on but consistency is obviously the killer. JF may well be more of the same.
Beyond shooting, add me to the list of those who don’t see him playing the point well. His ball handling is ok. His passing was ok but his assists are very low for the amount of time he had the ball in his hands. That being true at the college level makes him a tweener IMO. Tweeners who make a name in the NBA are typically very gifted athletes. That is not Jimmer.
As much as anything, I am concerned about his decision making on the court. In fairness this is as much a Dave Rose issue as it is about Jimmer but he has to take some of the blame. His decision-making and shot selection were simply terrible at times. I don’t remember a player who was so heralded who made such bad decisions. He may turn that around with a different coach and a different system but it is a real risk IMO. Add to that the defensive liability and it is not a good fit for the Jazz. We simply cannot afford that bad of defense on the perimeter. I realize BYU folks came out after the season and said it was on purpose. I am not buying.
I think Jimmer will have a serviceable NBA career. Most leading scorers in the NCAA don’t make it in the NBA but most Naismith winners do. His specialty of long range shooting will keep him in the game and he will make a good living. Given his size and style of play, he will contribute more on a team that is wide open like the Suns or current Nugget team. I am hopeful that at the 12 spot there are players left who are a much better fit and take a gamble on more upside.
Finally, I stick by the statement, Never Call A Grown Man Jimmer.
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Not that my 1 will help your 12. But, I'll hit you up tomorrow!