Warriors acquire Trayce Jackson-Davis from Wizards

[HiRez]

I think the fact that he can't finish with his right hand is a huge problem and probably the reason he lasted till 57

Something he should work on, but it didn't stop him from scoring 21 PPG on 58% in college, and he wouldn't need to do nearly that much scoring on the Warriors anyway. Defense, rebounding, and passing should be his advantages, with a little scoring/transition as a bonus. He's got good hands, long reach, and is crafty getting the ball to the hole around defenders. Too bad he's not playing in SL (yet), would be nice to get a preview.

[KevinMcreynolds]

Even when he’s on the right side of the rim he finishes with his left hand, that’s some high school level ****

[Onus]

There’s all stars and all nba players that are one handed players. So while it’s a detriment it’s not something that can’t be overcome.

[EvanZ]

I’ll take one giant TJD left hand over two tiny Kuminga hands lol


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[KevinMcreynolds]

he's going to be extremely easy to guard. No threat of a jumpshot so you can play off him, then once you body him up just expect him to spin back to his left and go up with his left.

[WESCO]

he's going to be extremely easy to guard. No threat of a jumpshot so you can play off him, then once you body him up just expect him to spin back to his left and go up with his left.

I get what your saying

In this situation I think of someone like Thad young who ran mid post isos from the right and always tried finish with his left. He had a crazy long career.

TJD just has to do what McGhee did on offense to start and if his passing translates maybe he can do what bogut did (obviously less passing)

[KevinMcreynolds]

I do like that he'll grab a board and get out and lead a fast break. He's definitely a good passer and has a good feel for the game, Dejan just needs to put in that work on his back to the basket and finishing skills.

[EvanZ]

he's going to be extremely easy to guard. No threat of a jumpshot so you can play off him, then once you body him up just expect him to spin back to his left and go up with his left.

You're presuming Kerr just lets him ISO on the perimeter? Obviously that's not going to be his game. He'll be in the dunker spot, PNR, short roll, etc. Mostly you want him setting screens and rolling, possibly making decisions out of that context.

[KevinMcreynolds]

he's going to be extremely easy to guard. No threat of a jumpshot so you can play off him, then once you body him up just expect him to spin back to his left and go up with his left.

You're presuming Kerr just lets him ISO on the perimeter? Obviously that's not going to be his game. He'll be in the dunker spot, PNR, short roll, etc. Mostly you want him setting screens and rolling, possibly making decisions out of that context.

yeah I think he'll fit our system well, I just think he's going to be pretty limited at that end

[Dom801e]

I don’t see why he couldn’t take the Draymond role on offense even with his current liabilities. Not saying he would be as good as a decision maker, but I doubt it would be a disaster.

[EvanZ]

I don’t see why he couldn’t take the Draymond role on offense even with his current liabilities. Not saying he would be as good as a decision maker, but I doubt it would be a disaster.

If you really think a rookie can come in and just "take the Draymond role on offense", you haven't learned anything the past decade. People really don't seem to understand how much of the Warriors offense actually goes through Draymond and how much skill/vision/IQ he needs to make that happen, not to mention the years and years of chemistry with Steph and Klay. Sigh.

[thunderdunk]

If this kid can play, this will be the steal of the draft in a big way. He seems to fit in a lot of different ways. Very glad that he's been secured for at least 2 years, with another 2 in the deal. Welcome TJD!

[floppymoose]

not seeing a detailed report on the deal so far...

https://247sports.com/college/indiana/Article/Report-IU-Indiana-Hoosiers-Trayce-Jackson-Davis-agrees-to-four-year-deal-with-Warriors-two-seasons-guaranteed-212472062/

Former Indiana basketball All-American Trayce Jackson-Davis has agreed to a four-year deal with the Golden State Warriors, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Two of the four seasons reportedly will be guaranteed, though the full terms of the contract have yet to be announced.

[GQ Hot Dog]

I don’t see why he couldn’t take the Draymond role on offense even with his current liabilities. Not saying he would be as good as a decision maker, but I doubt it would be a disaster.

If you really think a rookie can come in and just "take the Draymond role on offense", you haven't learned anything the past decade. People really don't seem to understand how much of the Warriors offense actually goes through Draymond and how much skill/vision/IQ he needs to make that happen, not to mention the years and years of chemistry with Steph and Klay. Sigh.

Be careful. Pointing out how much Draymond has fueled our success over the years is viewed as evidence of being a Draymond, Lebron or even a Klutch "stan" around these parts.

[Dom801e]

I don’t see why he couldn’t take the Draymond role on offense even with his current liabilities. Not saying he would be as good as a decision maker, but I doubt it would be a disaster.

If you really think a rookie can come in and just "take the Draymond role on offense", you haven't learned anything the past decade. People really don't seem to understand how much of the Warriors offense actually goes through Draymond and how much skill/vision/IQ he needs to make that happen, not to mention the years and years of chemistry with Steph and Klay. Sigh.

I didn’t mean he would replace Draymond. I meant there is a role in this offense for a player that is a good passer and decision maker even if not a good shooter. I said he wouldn’t be a disaster; that’s not exactly high praise.

[Coxy]

I'll be happy if TJD comes in and sets great screens. rolls and then moves the ball on willingly on offence. It'll be his off ball activity and then passing on offense that will win him minutes, and he has a great guy in front of him in Looney to learn this from. He looks like he has great defensive instincts and the college highlights look like he gives a **** on that end as well, which is exciting for me to see.

I'm not saying I have high hopes or expecations for him, but he should win several DPOY, all-star game MVP's and dunk comp champion titles easily.

[EvanZ]

I don’t see why he couldn’t take the Draymond role on offense even with his current liabilities. Not saying he would be as good as a decision maker, but I doubt it would be a disaster.

If you really think a rookie can come in and just "take the Draymond role on offense", you haven't learned anything the past decade. People really don't seem to understand how much of the Warriors offense actually goes through Draymond and how much skill/vision/IQ he needs to make that happen, not to mention the years and years of chemistry with Steph and Klay. Sigh.

I didn’t mean he would replace Draymond. I meant there is a role in this offense for a player that is a good passer and decision maker even if not a good shooter. I said he wouldn’t be a disaster; that’s not exactly high praise.

Well we saw Trevion Williams. TJD will have to be significantly better than him on defense to have a chance of sticking.


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[Dom801e]

If you really think a rookie can come in and just "take the Draymond role on offense", you haven't learned anything the past decade. People really don't seem to understand how much of the Warriors offense actually goes through Draymond and how much skill/vision/IQ he needs to make that happen, not to mention the years and years of chemistry with Steph and Klay. Sigh.

I didn’t mean he would replace Draymond. I meant there is a role in this offense for a player that is a good passer and decision maker even if not a good shooter. I said he wouldn’t be a disaster; that’s not exactly high praise.

Well we saw Trevion Williams. TJD will have to be significantly better than him on defense to have a chance of sticking.


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His defense and impact as a lob threat should differentiate him.

[Coxy]

Apparently this dude has Kawhi Leonard sized bear paws. Hilton Armstrong would be impressed.

[HiRez]

I guess he did some on-court work today including a little 3 on 3 and dunking so it must not be too bad. We might still get to see him in SL.