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PKM said:
Where'd the "Rondo is overrated see what he'll do without garnett and pierce he can't shoot" crowd go?
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Not sure, I was never with them. But I am with the "There is no way in the world that Ty Corbin or the Utah Jazz can handle Rondo so there is no use speculating about it" crowd.
 
I wasn't really psyched about trading for Rondo before, but I also thought it would cost us a lot more than moving down two slots and Millsap. If something like that is on the table how can you not love it?
 
d@!!0n0rcutt said:
I have watched the video and I will say it answered one thing for me which is very good for Dennis Schröder, I will eat crow for saying this but my source had good evidence on tape but it was to Schröder's detriment because the only we currently had was the Nike Hoop Summit and I wouldn't say the other video totally answered one of my questions on Schröder and I will be the first to say I EAT CROW on this...Dennis Schröder has a left hand and Dennis uses it and finishes with it, having said that he still favored his right hand a lot more. Now admitting I was wrong on that I still agree his length and athleticism is really good and his biggest strength especially on defense.

Raw, very raw is the words I think of after watching this video, it would take 4 or 5 seasons to actually see if he actually lives up to his "POTENTIAL". Things that still concern me are his light build for a point guard, his mental make up concerning the death of his father and he even mentioned him in his interview and his body language where he looked like he was giving up on plays but I do have to say at times he dove on the floor for a loose ball, and last, my biggest concern is his decision making has left a lot to be desired and I wonder when times get tough and the spotlight is on him whether he can handle the pressure, because it doesn't look promising with his character issues with dad being gone and body language.


That's another thing with Nate Wolters I loved so much is he struggled mightily in the NCAA tourney game verse Trey Burke and Michigan, Nate admitted he struggled and pointed out he wasn't hitting his shots but helped his team by holding Burke to a really low scoring night. Listen to this interview with Nate Wolters, and tell me you aren't impressed with a straight face...

https://m.youtube.com/#/watch?client=mv-google&v=NsMygZdYmOk&rdm=mnu4qm5oe

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ojXhPClIX8I&feature=relmfu
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I respect you more today than I did yesterday. I will rep when I stop being a rep whore.
 
cowhide said:
Yes,

My impressions: I thought the video was well done and showed well his skills and what he needs to work on. As far as video goes it is always difficult to get complete understanding of how good the player is because in videos you can cherry-pick plays to make an average player look great but DX did a good job because they included his weaknesses. I thought he was great breaking down guys off the dribble, he can get most anywhere he wants on the court. I thought his passing and court vision were very good and his spot-up shooting was better than expected.

As far as his weaknesses, yes it looked as though he struggled getting to the rim but then on his strengths he penetrated to the basket and made layups as he pleased. I can see why he isn't a top 5 prospect due to his average shooting ability (short range. Once he gets in the weight room, I think his weak ball handling will be less of an issue as he gets stronger and more experienced.

I think all his perceived weaknesses are more due to lack of experience and strength training. I think he will be able to fix most of his minor weaknesses given time and hard work. They didn't show or mention any off court issues, all they said was his body language was bad but didn't show any examples.

One must remember the kid is 19 years old so some immaturity is expected besides he has been dealing with the death of his father. This may or may not make him grow up faster but I am sure it has been difficult for the kid. After watching this video and the Nike Hoop Summit, I would definitely consider taking him at 14. I think he has a lot of upside and is only going to get stronger and better as he matures.

In interviews it seems as though his work ethic and attitude are great. I am sure that it will take him sometime to be a starter considering all that he will have to handle in his rookie year (new team, culture, language, food, residence and the NBA) but I definitely think the kid can be very good if he works his butt off.

I am a little more excited about the possibilities of the Jazz selecting Schroeder but with this excitement comes competition for him. I would be disappointed if the Jazz passed on him considering that I think he is ranked where he should be ranked (12-18) pick.
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Beautiful write up.
 
Why is Ainge so keen to trade Rondo?

Also, I don't think Rondo is a fit for the Jazz if the Jazz are really in tank mode. Not sure Rondo wants to rebuild with the Jazz.

Dallas is a team that should go after Rondo. Trading their #13 pick would get Schroeder to Boston, if that's what Boston wants.
 
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Catchall said:
Why is Ainge so keen to trade Rondo?
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Do you really have to ask? There's a reason Ray Allen left Boston to join the Heat.

Catchall said:
Dallas is a team that should go after Rondo. Trading their #13 pick would get Schroeder to Boston, if that's what Boston wants.
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This is a concern... Carlisle & Dirk would probably be able to handle Rondo... but does Cuban think Rondo is a necessity to winning a Championship? I think not. Even Jason Kidd had to improve his 3pt shooting 3 folds to win that Championship against the Heat.... do the Mavs have that kind of confidence in Rondo?
 
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