End of Season Evaluation
Posted: Sun Apr 19, 2009 1:05 pm
Someone started this idea mid way through the season so lets continue with our evaluations of the players/staff at the end of the season.
I'll start
Danny Granger - A
We knew he would be the leader of the team but to step up, make the all-star and be a true leader dedicated to winning up to the last second of every game is truelly an accomplishment.
Troy Murphy - A
We all know he is a double double machine but to shoot such a high percentage on 3FG certainly helps a lot. Our most consistent player all year.
Jarret Jack - B
He came on very stong towards the end of the year and has played in all 82 games. I think is is the most professional player on the team and a true team player. I hope we resign him.
TJ Ford - C+
Honestly i expected more out of TJ and still think he can give us more next season. I don't want him traded. He showed flashes of what he can do and I think he will only get more comfortable in Obie's system next year. Interesting to note that Obie said he was the teams best perimiter defender.
Brandon Rush - B+
I would rate him higher had he not had the slow start. His last thrd of the season was sensational. He really came on strong and if he can carry his form into the next season our future certainly is bright. His 29 point outburst, strong defense against some of the elite swingmen and his clutch 4th quarter against the bucks are just some of his highlight.
Roy Hibbert - B
I thought he showed consistent production throughout the year and even showed improvement in his fouling. A few games I watched I actually saw him running well and keeping up on the fast break. I really think our two rooks will turn out great.
Marquis Daniels - B
Again a very good start to the season and then unfortunately his injuries took their toll. I would have rated him much higher had he not been injured for the majority of the season.
Josh McRoberts - B+
For me he is Jeff Foster 2.0 (more offensive but less rebounding). This guy will give up everything to help win possession of the ball. He is 100% hustle and a huge energy player.
Jeff Foster - C+
The heart of the team. Still hustles for everything and provides strong rebounding. I did expect a little more rebounding out of him this season though.
Travis Deiner - B-
He did everything you'd expect from a 3rd strong point guard. We all know his assist to turnover ration is close to off the charts.
Rasho - B-
Not sure what happened with him at the end of the season with the little court time. Although when he did play he always produced well.
Maceo Baston - C
Tough to judge him on the limited play but again it did look like he was ready to contribute when called upon and I guess he played as expected.
Mike Dunleavy - no rating
He only played a handful of games so not fair to judge him. Get better for next season.
Obie - B
Given so many new faces he did a good job at assembling a team that was competitive in about 90% of their games (I can only think of 2 games of the top of my head where it was all over by the 4th quarter). We all read the stats that we had the most games decided by 3 points of less. It was also great to see the pacers not give up in their last few games of the season despite being out of the playoff hunt.
Larry Bird - A
He did a great job at bringing in high quality guys and guys who all get along with each other and will help turn the franchise around. Now if only Tinsley can be traded!
I'll start
Danny Granger - A
We knew he would be the leader of the team but to step up, make the all-star and be a true leader dedicated to winning up to the last second of every game is truelly an accomplishment.
Troy Murphy - A
We all know he is a double double machine but to shoot such a high percentage on 3FG certainly helps a lot. Our most consistent player all year.
Jarret Jack - B
He came on very stong towards the end of the year and has played in all 82 games. I think is is the most professional player on the team and a true team player. I hope we resign him.
TJ Ford - C+
Honestly i expected more out of TJ and still think he can give us more next season. I don't want him traded. He showed flashes of what he can do and I think he will only get more comfortable in Obie's system next year. Interesting to note that Obie said he was the teams best perimiter defender.
Brandon Rush - B+
I would rate him higher had he not had the slow start. His last thrd of the season was sensational. He really came on strong and if he can carry his form into the next season our future certainly is bright. His 29 point outburst, strong defense against some of the elite swingmen and his clutch 4th quarter against the bucks are just some of his highlight.
Roy Hibbert - B
I thought he showed consistent production throughout the year and even showed improvement in his fouling. A few games I watched I actually saw him running well and keeping up on the fast break. I really think our two rooks will turn out great.
Marquis Daniels - B
Again a very good start to the season and then unfortunately his injuries took their toll. I would have rated him much higher had he not been injured for the majority of the season.
Josh McRoberts - B+
For me he is Jeff Foster 2.0 (more offensive but less rebounding). This guy will give up everything to help win possession of the ball. He is 100% hustle and a huge energy player.
Jeff Foster - C+
The heart of the team. Still hustles for everything and provides strong rebounding. I did expect a little more rebounding out of him this season though.
Travis Deiner - B-
He did everything you'd expect from a 3rd strong point guard. We all know his assist to turnover ration is close to off the charts.
Rasho - B-
Not sure what happened with him at the end of the season with the little court time. Although when he did play he always produced well.
Maceo Baston - C
Tough to judge him on the limited play but again it did look like he was ready to contribute when called upon and I guess he played as expected.
Mike Dunleavy - no rating
He only played a handful of games so not fair to judge him. Get better for next season.
Obie - B
Given so many new faces he did a good job at assembling a team that was competitive in about 90% of their games (I can only think of 2 games of the top of my head where it was all over by the 4th quarter). We all read the stats that we had the most games decided by 3 points of less. It was also great to see the pacers not give up in their last few games of the season despite being out of the playoff hunt.
Larry Bird - A
He did a great job at bringing in high quality guys and guys who all get along with each other and will help turn the franchise around. Now if only Tinsley can be traded!