ecuhus1981 wrote:Caris has been ballin' his @ss off in the bubble. Plaudits from peers are a decent litmus test, and he clearly gamers the respect of opposing stars. Dame said, "he's cold" after their duel, Butler shared similar sentiments after the Sixers playoff series last season.
Whether you feel he is a long-term fit or not, you cannot deny that CLV rises to the occasion, and can get you a bucket against the stingiest defenses.
It started in February/March and spilled over into the bubble.
I 100% agree he must become more efficient as a player and knock on wood he must stay healthy.
But in terms of pure talent, he's always had it.
Not to mention he's on a team-friendly contract which he will far outplay.
It's funny how he went from pure slasher/ok shooter, to midrange assassin/36 3pt%/good slasher.
The one thing which is obious is that mentally he BELIEVES he is a star and is playing like it. Love to see it.
Not every prospect/player can break that mental barrier. I think having vets like KD, JCrossover, Ky are working wonders for him.
Next step for him is to become more efficient which I think unlocking the midrange under Vaughn should help in that department.
I think his defense must improve although I understand he's exerting a lot of enrgy on O but to be a star player you must play both ways. He has good size and talent it's a matter of wanting the role more IMO.
