buzzkilloton wrote:Sort wrote:I don't think that trade is lopsided as popular opinion has it. Both Bogey and Burks have been wretched defensively and Grimes will have a chance to be a legit player here in a defined role. And yeah, Knicks have had some injuries, but those games should have been winnable.
I wasnt a fan on first glance. I seen zeeb and a few other guys super hype on Grimes who I knew very little about. His stats underwhelming this year but if hes the lock down defender as advertised thats needed.
I still think BB should of been moved when interest was higher. That said maybe Grimes is a steal and thats not the case as it plays out ROS.
Most people don't know a ton about Grimes, and that makes perfect sense.
What folks need to know are these 4 things;
1.)He is 23 years old. Fits the timeline.
2.)He has superior SG size, athleticism, and can switch to the SF.
3.)He has a career .379 3-Point percentage.(5.0A)
4.)He is a beast of a defender.
Grimes, and Thibs, a notorious taskmaster, had a falling out around Christmas. Grimes got benched.
The Pistons, should, at the very minimum try this lineup;(defensively)
Ivey
Grimes
Cade
Ausar
Duren
You will have two aggressive defensive players in the starting lineup, whom are both lob threats as well.
I believe Grimes should be a starter, as he was his second year when he was starting to break out. He could absolutely be a 18-22ppg scorer, whilst providing superior defense at his position, who can switch, 1-3. Right now, you can put Ausar on just about anyone save for really big 5's, and watch them struggle. Imagine having that same ability with Grimes, 1-3.
It is going to be a fun as hell 28 games after the all-star break, for certain.
*edit* here a couple of videos showcasing his defense. Him and Ausar are gonna be a killer combo.
https://youtu.be/qeGNAtTFF8M?si=7qVIMZUniZIuBYaUhttps://youtu.be/lwosiPjHlvg?si=z1mmiRGQRGr3rG2Dhttps://youtu.be/VwyiqKADipA?si=NPLajygDBlad0dPSAnd just a bonus one.
https://youtu.be/Gc0R0YRqpAM?si=X9ti6S2y8ozMGUpqAnd finally here is a link of him talking about the trade, that was posted just a little bit ago. Also has some Fournier quotes;
https://www.postingandtoasting.com/2024/2/13/24071636/quentin-grimes-and-evan-fournier-open-up-after-trade-to-detroit-pistons