Smart, Fultz, Melton
Game Thread Jan 10, 2024 08:00PM MT: Jazz vs. Nuggets
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Smart, Fultz, Melton
AlaskanAssassin
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Loved the look of our jerseys and court tonight. We need to ditch the black/yellow/white fiasco.
Smart might be gettable actually.
Yeah, I see that. THT was trending towards getting his **** under control, but there was always going to be something. Dunn just does everything very predictably (on offense) that gives the team order and balance.
No way to Smart.
He shoots too much.
The idea of upgrading Dunn with a similar player for me is getting a controlled player who is going to play within himself. That isnt Smart.
I'd also say no to Fultz since his game revolves more around scoring. Also scared to shoot and massively injury prone. Might be a downgrade from Dunn.
Not as versed in Melton.
Caruso or stay put IMO.
Like with Dunn, it will probably take him a few stops, many years, and an ideal situation to make it work.
It will be interesting to follow him at his next stop.
You’re not going to find many starting level guards that shoot as less as Dunn. The big reason why Dunn shoots so little is because he’s not good enough. An upgrade over him would be someone who has the ability to do so.
Also, different teams different roles. Smart and Fultz would not be shooting as much with this team. Smart has been a lower usage guy for the majority of his career. Fultz is an excellent passer once he touches the paint and is big enough to defend either guard or even some wings.
I watched Smart at Boston. The things you say dont lineup.
Fultz can't say healthy. There is potential there, but no thank you
And yes, I'm aware finding the upgrade in the manor I'm saying is not going to produce a lot of options.
Which is why I'm saying Caruso or stay put.
I don’t care what your eyes think. Facts are indeed facts. Marcus smart was a below average usage player every single year in Boston.
I'm not convinced of that with THT. I think there is more to it, but who knows.
Either way I still think we can upgrade anyone talent and fit wise.
Tremendous Upside
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Oh Dunn is plenty talented. He was a #5 pick. It's just that the bad version of his game (which we haven't seen much of lately) is outdated and inefficient.
He used to be a real 90's time machine PG with his post-ups, overdribbling, seeking contact and non-shooting. If he'd insisted on still playing that way, he'd be out of the league with no hope of returning.
An upgrade to Dunn isn't a bad shooting PG.
Okay, I want a below below average usage player who isnt fire/ice from 3.
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Yep, thats who it was. Thanks. Was driving me crazy
The oddest thing about Dunn to me is that he can't attempt/make layups with momentum going to the rim. It's the most puzzling thing about him. He's athletic, he's long, he's a good ball-handler, he has nice touch on his push shots, so why can't he elevate towards the rim and put the ball on the glass for a layup?
Does Reed Shepperd fit this profile.
Jeff Malone the most forgettable great Jazz player.
Dunn plays for the team. THT seems to play for his PPG and APG, e.g he’s reluctant to pass unless the pass may give him an assist.