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putiger78 wrote:Wildcat wrote:It was the only real move. Malcolm wasn't coming over for questionable minutes. Shamet will be okay with that role. I am a bit concern on how thin we are up front, though.
And yet...
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ctorres wrote:
Shamet has his work cut out for him. According to Google, Matthews is a better defender.Google AI Overview wrote:Based on career statistics and scouting reports, Garrison Mathews is a better defender than Landry Shamet. While neither player is known as a lockdown defender, Mathews has a reputation for high effort and foul-drawing, while Shamet has consistently been targeted by offenses due to his defensive limitations.
Defensive strengths and weaknesses
Garrison Mathews
Strengths: Mathews is known for his high motor, relentless effort, and willingness to draw charges, which he does at an elite level. He has improved his understanding of team defensive schemes, including communication and positioning.
Weaknesses: Despite his effort, Mathews is still considered a below-average defender. He can be exploited by faster perimeter players and has struggled when defending pick-and-rolls, an area where his athletic limitations are exposed.
Landry Shamet
Strengths: Shamet is a good team defender with a high basketball IQ, and his length allows him to contest shots.
Weaknesses: Shamet lacks the lateral quickness and physical strength to consistently stay in front of quicker or stronger opponents. He is also susceptible to getting lost in screens, making him a frequent target for opposing offenses. His defensive metrics have been consistently poor throughout his career.
Summary
While neither player offers high-end perimeter defense, Mathews is the more reliable and impactful defender. His exceptional effort and knack for drawing offensive fouls give him a defensive edge that Shamet lacks. Shamet, by contrast, has been viewed as a defensive liability who is often hidden by his team to avoid mismatches.
MrDollarBills wrote:ctorres wrote:
Shamet has his work cut out for him. According to Google, Matthews is a better defender.Google AI Overview wrote:Based on career statistics and scouting reports, Garrison Mathews is a better defender than Landry Shamet. While neither player is known as a lockdown defender, Mathews has a reputation for high effort and foul-drawing, while Shamet has consistently been targeted by offenses due to his defensive limitations.
Defensive strengths and weaknesses
Garrison Mathews
Strengths: Mathews is known for his high motor, relentless effort, and willingness to draw charges, which he does at an elite level. He has improved his understanding of team defensive schemes, including communication and positioning.
Weaknesses: Despite his effort, Mathews is still considered a below-average defender. He can be exploited by faster perimeter players and has struggled when defending pick-and-rolls, an area where his athletic limitations are exposed.
Landry Shamet
Strengths: Shamet is a good team defender with a high basketball IQ, and his length allows him to contest shots.
Weaknesses: Shamet lacks the lateral quickness and physical strength to consistently stay in front of quicker or stronger opponents. He is also susceptible to getting lost in screens, making him a frequent target for opposing offenses. His defensive metrics have been consistently poor throughout his career.
Summary
While neither player offers high-end perimeter defense, Mathews is the more reliable and impactful defender. His exceptional effort and knack for drawing offensive fouls give him a defensive edge that Shamet lacks. Shamet, by contrast, has been viewed as a defensive liability who is often hidden by his team to avoid mismatches.
Interesting but I don't necessarily trust Google AI to be accurate. Do you know where the analysis on Matthews' defense was sourced from?
