Clippers are 19-6 with Redick

[okpistolpete]

That's a .760 clip, which would be good enough for second best in the West. It's amazing how much better he makes us. I knew he was a great shooter before we got him, but I didn't realize how good he was as a basketball player. And I absolutely love his fire.

Remember, he's only played 14 games with Paul so far (10W, 4L), and that was to start the season when they were still figuring out the system and how to play with each other. We could be scary good when CP3 comes back.

[Verballer]

I love that "could" at the end. We ARE going to be scary good

[og15]

Yea, Redick is that extra piece that helps put the team at a higher level on offense, but it isn't just his play, it's a combination of things. Redick playing relieves pressure off the other wing. Redick playing means Crawford isn't playing super big minutes or starting and means the bench is stronger.

So it's just a combination of things that makes his presence positive to the team. When the team is fully healthy, it will be nice to watch on offense.

[TheNewEra]

At least people can't say we are peaking.

[QRich3]

Yeah, if everyone's healthy and we manage to play consistent defense for long stretches, like we were before Paul got injured, I think that's around the record we should be at. 75% wins, about 60-62 games won a season, I really believe that's our place in this league IF we can sustain a credible defense like we've hinted we can.

[Ranma]

Another under-rated aspect of Redick's game is his defense. Everyone acknowledges that he's not a lockdown individual defender but also praise him for his positional defense and basketball IQ. The one play that stood out to me was his defense on Dirk Nowitzki in the closing moments of the comeback win against Dallas. The Clippers closed that contest with momentum to get the win, but it was a precarious run given all the things outside of our control that had to go our way: the technical fouls on Carter and Dalembert as well as the phantom foul call on Marion's defense of Crawford.

JJ's defense on Dirk was impressive because in the waning moments of that game, the 6-4 SG was guarding the 7-0 All-Star PF and former league MVP quite effectively by raising his arms and closing in on him--to the point of being practically in his shorts--without fouling to contest a Nowitzki shot that is typically money more often than not. The end result was that Dirk missed a shot that would have restored order for the Mavericks and would have also most likely prevented the Clippers from winning that game. Redick's execution of defense on the play showed his competitiveness, high-level court awareness and game situation recognition in performing without panic when it would be very easy for most other defenders to instinctively rush into fouling in that circumstance or not even be in position to make such a play to begin with.


p.s. I heard on a recent telecast that he is from Virginia and, as it turns out, he was born in Cookesville, TN but was a McDonald's All-American at Cave Spring High School in Roanoke, VA. This prompted my mind to go into the gutter to come up with a new nickname for Jonathan Clay Redick: "VA JJ". Pardon my crass humor. I suspect Redick would not take too kindly to the new moniker either.

[TheNewEra]

His defense is much underrated very active and into closing out defenders.

[okpistolpete]

Another under-rated aspect of Redick's game is his defense. Everyone acknowledges that he's not a lockdown individual defender but also praise him for his positional defense and basketball IQ. The one play that stood out to me was his defense on Dirk Nowitzki in the closing moments of the comeback win against Dallas. The Clippers closed that contest with momentum to get the win, but it was a precarious run given all the things outside of our control that had to go our way: the technical fouls on Carter and Dalembert as well as the phantom foul call on Marion's defense of Crawford.

JJ's defense on Dirk was impressive because in the waning moments of that game, the 6-4 SG was guarding the 7-0 All-Star PF and former league MVP quite effectively by raising his arms and closing in on him--to the point of being practically in his shorts--without fouling to contest a Nowitzki shot that is typically money more often than not. The end result was that Dirk missed a shot that would have restored order for the Mavericks and would have also most likely prevented the Clippers from winning that game. Redick's execution of defense on the play showed his competitiveness, high-level court awareness and game situation recognition in performing without panic when it would be very easy for most other defenders to instinctively rush into fouling in that circumstance or not even be in position to make such a play to begin with.


p.s. I heard on a recent telecast that he is from Virginia and, as it turns out, he was born in Cookesville, TN but was a McDonald's All-American at Cave Spring High School in Roanoke, VA. This prompted my mind to go into the gutter to come up with a new nickname for Jonathan Clay Redick: "VA JJ". Pardon my crass humor. I suspect Redick would not take too kindly to the new moniker either.

Only Ranma could present such an eloquent, well-articulated, and evidence-backed post, and then conclude it with: va-j-j.

clap. clap. clap.

[adiedanny]

He is definitely much better than I expected. when he puts up a shot i don't cringe, I expect it to go in. He is not a gunner. He is a sharp shooter.

[okpistolpete]

He is definitely much better than I expected. when he puts up a shot i don't cringe, I expect it to go in. He is not a gunner. He is a sharp shooter.

On the run too, which is what's most impressive. Doc wasn't kidding when he said he wanted to use him like Ray Allen. That little curl off the wide-screen at the elbow is money. Doesn't matter if he even gets his feet set. And if anyone comes over to help, you have Blake cutting who can either attack the basket or drop it off to DJ. And if the defense crashes the paint, you have Dudley or Barnes alone in the corner or Paul alone at the wing. It's really a thing of beauty.

[mj_shoefanatic]

JJ "2 Guns" Redick is usually money in the 1st qtr and has done pretty well on the fastbreak dishing to open teammates. Love his game to death.

[okpistolpete]

JJ "2 Guns" Redick is usually money in the 1st qtr and has done pretty well on the fastbreak dishing to open teammates. Love his game to death.

Great point about how awesome he's been in the opening quarter. Love that we have one of the best 1st quarter SG's and one of the best 4th quarter shooting guards in the game.

[adamy35]

As a Magic fan, I really came to appreciate Redick for all that he did. I couldn't be a bigger fan of the guy and I'm glad he's doing so well in LA.

He worked so hard to become what he is today. His defense is underrated. His motor is non stop. He tries harder than most everyone on the court, and he gives you a quality personality.

His efficiency is also underrated IMO. He's always finding guys on cuts and making good passes. He doesn't take many bad shots, and you can just tell that his basketball IQ is much higher than most guys.

He's truly a pleasure to watch out there. I'm glad you guys are enjoying him on your team.

[TucsonClip]

I was a huge proponent of River's decision to acquire Redick. I mentioned that he fit in perfectly with what Rivers would want to do and how CP3 and Blake played. He is doing exactly what I thought he would offensively, especially with his secondary ball handling abilities (which was very underrated).

Additionally, his solid team and individual defense has been exactly what we needed at SG this season.

Considering the way Paul was playing prior to his injury and what Griffin is doing now, I can not wait to see him exploit teams during the playoffs. He is a huge asset for our team, and one of the best acquisitions this summer after Andre Iguodala.

[okpistolpete]

I was a huge proponent of River's decision to acquire Redick. I mentioned that he fit in perfectly with what Rivers would want to do and how CP3 and Blake played. He is doing exactly what I thought he would offensively, especially with his secondary ball handling abilities (which was very underrated).

Additionally, his solid team and individual defense has been exactly what we needed at SG this season.

Considering the way Paul was playing prior to his injury and what Griffin is doing now, I can not wait to see him exploit teams during the playoffs. He is a huge asset for our team, and one of the best acquisitions this summer after Andre Iguodala.

well look who it is. good to see another familiar face on this board.

[mkwest]

A short Q&A with Boo Williams, JJ's AAU coach.

J.J. Redick's perfect match?

JJ: When did you know he'd be a pro?
BW: After his freshman year in high school. I'd never seen a kid shoot the ball the way he did. Ever. He would get better every year with learning to put the ball on the floor, learning to create space to get his shot off and learning to move without the ball to get open.

JJ: What was your best off the court memory of J.J.?
BW: Probably just how committed he was to getting better. You've gotta remember this is AAU so it's not like the team practices are in your city a lot of times. He made a commitment to drive four hours every weekend to practice and to compete. He did that for three years. He was that committed in everything that he did. That carried over into the game.

JJ: Does he surprise you with the impact he's made in the NBA already?
BW: Not at all, and I think he's in the best situation right now in L.A. With him being a shooter and playing with Chris Paul, one of the best point guards in the league. That's the perfect match for him. I think we'll see his game elevated even more in this situation.

Jason Jordan, USA Today

[Ranma]

Only Ranma could present such an eloquent, well-articulated, and evidence-backed post, and then conclude it with: va-j-j.

clap. clap. clap.

I'm not going to lie: this brought a big grin to my face after reading it. Thanks for making my day, pistol.

[LACtdom]

What I love about JJ is the fact that he never seems lazy. He is always running and even if he doesn't get the ball, the defense still has to chase him.

[TucsonClip]

I was a huge proponent of River's decision to acquire Redick. I mentioned that he fit in perfectly with what Rivers would want to do and how CP3 and Blake played. He is doing exactly what I thought he would offensively, especially with his secondary ball handling abilities (which was very underrated).

Additionally, his solid team and individual defense has been exactly what we needed at SG this season.

Considering the way Paul was playing prior to his injury and what Griffin is doing now, I can not wait to see him exploit teams during the playoffs. He is a huge asset for our team, and one of the best acquisitions this summer after Andre Iguodala.

well look who it is. good to see another familiar face on this board.

I noticed you today, good to see you here as well! I had to leave the mocking, jeering and overall childishness behind for a more productive forum. I am glad to see you joined as well.

[Neddy]

so where ya'll from?