eyriq wrote:If a rookie can give you starter level defense, actually above starter level. The defense is ranked 84th and there's 150 players starting. And if that player is the number six pick with upside through the roof, play the damn player. It's not that hard.OrlChamps2030 wrote:eyriq wrote:He's one of the best defenders in the league as a rookie. He's starting quality for that alone.
One of the best defenders in the league feels like a stretch
There are plenty of guys with a better defensive EPM that aren’t starters.. most with better offensive EPM as well.. filter on DEF EPM and see:
https://dunksandthrees.com/epm
Maybe this next stretch of games boosts Black’s EPM?
sorry, but i disagree. If you are chosen top-6, you should be able to be average. And his offense is not average. Now, a large part of that is role and usage, but he hasnt shown enough imo to have a bigger role yet.