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KingDavid wrote:Bam is missing his jumpers but the form is smooth and consistent. It looks like he just needs reps to get the feel for distance.
Has he attempted or made any 3s yet?
Mos_Heat wrote:I don't understand why this comparison is so offensive for you
Mos_Heat wrote:I don't understand why this comparison is so offensive for you
rate_ wrote:Bam vs TT (summer league)
TT: 4 G | 10-4-1-1-1 | 60.9% TS | 27.3 PER (25.0% USG) | .268 WS/48
Bam: 3 G | 19-10-1-1-2 | 50.6% TS | 24.6 PER (27.1% USG) | .256 WS/48
TT appears to have superior advanced numbers, but Bam is much more productive while having comparable advanced numbers, which indicates that Bam's role in the NBA will probably be bigger than TT's. Mind you, TT was 21 at the time, while Bam is still 19.
Bam's potential is much bigger than TT's. It's an insult to compare both at this stage. I get it with their comparable college numbers and roles, but Bam at Kentucky was clearly being underutilized as Calipari admitted in his tweet:
Bam's skillset far supersedes what was shown at Kentucky while TT played to his potential. There's no comparison. Even the eye test says Bam easily.
rate_ wrote:Mos_Heat wrote:I don't understand why this comparison is so offensive for you
No real offense of the comparison, but just feel it's a [very] lazy one. Kinda like comparing JJ Redick to Luke Kennard.
KingDavid wrote:Mos_Heat wrote:I don't understand why this comparison is so offensive for you
I don't find TT to be all that good. I haven't seen anything from him to make me think he's talented. He's being set up by one of the best passers in the league, on a team with large amounts of spacing and still just doesn't do much of anything but rebound. He averaged 8 points and 9 rebounds last season. Pathetic at the free throw line. Hasn't shown any offensive skill other than catching the ball and dunking. I just don't see how comparisons can be drawn to Tristan.
He could just be playing his assigned role to the t, but every year it's the same thing. I haven't seen anything that wows me. He's not growing as a player. Based on what I've seen from this 19 year old, and unless summer league is a giant fluke; Thompson is his floor.
KingDavid wrote:SCHeat wrote:Heat3 wrote:Not getting carried away...
http://www.espn.com/nba/news/story?page=080707orlsummerleaguemiachi
Man, I miss those old Chalmers/Rose battles.
That ankle injury ruined Rio.
Then this achillies injury occurred at the worst possible time in his career. He should be raking money right now. Feel bad for him.
Mos_Heat wrote:KingDavid wrote:Mos_Heat wrote:I don't understand why this comparison is so offensive for you
I don't find TT to be all that good. I haven't seen anything from him to make me think he's talented. He's being set up by one of the best passers in the league, on a team with large amounts of spacing and still just doesn't do much of anything but rebound. He averaged 8 points and 9 rebounds last season. Pathetic at the free throw line. Hasn't shown any offensive skill other than catching the ball and dunking. I just don't see how comparisons can be drawn to Tristan.
He could just be playing his assigned role to the t, but every year it's the same thing. I haven't seen anything that wows me. He's not growing as a player. Based on what I've seen from this 19 year old, and unless summer league is a giant fluke; Thompson is his floor.
I'm not saying he is something special. But some folks acting like Bam is already better than him, which is crazy
Mos_Heat wrote:KingDavid wrote:Mos_Heat wrote:I don't understand why this comparison is so offensive for you
I don't find TT to be all that good. I haven't seen anything from him to make me think he's talented. He's being set up by one of the best passers in the league, on a team with large amounts of spacing and still just doesn't do much of anything but rebound. He averaged 8 points and 9 rebounds last season. Pathetic at the free throw line. Hasn't shown any offensive skill other than catching the ball and dunking. I just don't see how comparisons can be drawn to Tristan.
He could just be playing his assigned role to the t, but every year it's the same thing. I haven't seen anything that wows me. He's not growing as a player. Based on what I've seen from this 19 year old, and unless summer league is a giant fluke; Thompson is his floor.
I'm not saying he is something special. But some folks acting like Bam is already better than him, which is crazy
“He’s been impressive,” said one veteran scout for another NBA team who watched Adebayo’s 29-point, 11-rebound display on Monday against Detroit. “He’s extremely active on the offensive glass, very athletic. He can post up a little bit. He blocks a few shots. They are alley-ooping to him. His jumper is a little funny looking; it needs some more rotation. He’s not just going to be a defender; he’s going to be able to score.”
Mos_Heat wrote:KingDavid wrote:Mos_Heat wrote:I don't understand why this comparison is so offensive for you
I don't find TT to be all that good. I haven't seen anything from him to make me think he's talented. He's being set up by one of the best passers in the league, on a team with large amounts of spacing and still just doesn't do much of anything but rebound. He averaged 8 points and 9 rebounds last season. Pathetic at the free throw line. Hasn't shown any offensive skill other than catching the ball and dunking. I just don't see how comparisons can be drawn to Tristan.
He could just be playing his assigned role to the t, but every year it's the same thing. I haven't seen anything that wows me. He's not growing as a player. Based on what I've seen from this 19 year old, and unless summer league is a giant fluke; Thompson is his floor.
I'm not saying he is something special. But some folks acting like Bam is already better than him, which is crazy
dshearn wrote:Mos_Heat wrote:KingDavid wrote:I don't find TT to be all that good. I haven't seen anything from him to make me think he's talented. He's being set up by one of the best passers in the league, on a team with large amounts of spacing and still just doesn't do much of anything but rebound. He averaged 8 points and 9 rebounds last season. Pathetic at the free throw line. Hasn't shown any offensive skill other than catching the ball and dunking. I just don't see how comparisons can be drawn to Tristan.
He could just be playing his assigned role to the t, but every year it's the same thing. I haven't seen anything that wows me. He's not growing as a player. Based on what I've seen from this 19 year old, and unless summer league is a giant fluke; Thompson is his floor.
I'm not saying he is something special. But some folks acting like Bam is already better than him, which is crazy
Would you trade him straight up for TT?
Chalm Downs wrote:his nickname is boywonder ffs
dshearn wrote:Mos_Heat wrote:KingDavid wrote:I don't find TT to be all that good. I haven't seen anything from him to make me think he's talented. He's being set up by one of the best passers in the league, on a team with large amounts of spacing and still just doesn't do much of anything but rebound. He averaged 8 points and 9 rebounds last season. Pathetic at the free throw line. Hasn't shown any offensive skill other than catching the ball and dunking. I just don't see how comparisons can be drawn to Tristan.
He could just be playing his assigned role to the t, but every year it's the same thing. I haven't seen anything that wows me. He's not growing as a player. Based on what I've seen from this 19 year old, and unless summer league is a giant fluke; Thompson is his floor.
I'm not saying he is something special. But some folks acting like Bam is already better than him, which is crazy
Would you trade him straight up for TT?
Altered_Beast wrote:athletically he is going to be dominant the shawn kemp comparisons are spot on
Team Small Ball contract wrote:Altered_Beast wrote:athletically he is going to be dominant the shawn kemp comparisons are spot on
