shtolky wrote:Knickstape1214 wrote:shtolky wrote:
I've heard a lot of people say Ball would fit in Philly, but I just can't see Simmons as anything other than a point who needs the ball in his hands. With Ball, obviously he is the floor general, so what does Simmons do? He is a horrific shooter and he needs the ball in his hands. Would be very interesting to see the Lakers pass on Ball. I could see him dropping to 5 if that happens. Still doesn't really change our options even if that does happen. Lavar would be pissed. You would have to give Magic and his staff credit for not taking Ball simply because it is what's expected.
Ball can easily play off ball on offense if Simmons is initiating the offense. I also don't see Simmons as a point guard, so I think the fit is there regardless - he's like Lamar or Blake (with a better handle and without the absolute freakish/elite athleticism)
If they draft Ball who might end up playing off the ball with Simmons initiating the offense, why not just take Monk? You take Ball to be your floor leader and facilitator. I just don't like the pairing. I also think Simmons can definitely play PG.
Simmons isn't playing 48 minutes a game, so they'll need a legit creator for when he's on the bench IF he's playing PG (which, again, I don't think he can do full time). I agree Monk fits well as a shooter next to Simmons, but Lonzo does as well...and he provides way more than just shooting. I honestly see no issue with the pairing at all regardless of the position Simmons ends up playing.
