OMFKG! The Michael Kidd-Gilchrist Thread II

[BeesWax]

I've been keeping track of Leonard this season in comparison to MKG, which I think MKG is the next Kawhi. At this point I think MKG can be a lot better. Leonard has struggled in every single facet of the game, even defensively tonight. No wonder the Spurs didn't even try to bite on his agent throwing out a max contract.

He supposedly can't really see though due to conjunctivitis.

Yeah. They talked about it some last night too. If he really is having a hard time seeing he might be best on the bench because he had some issues last night and did not look at all like the player he was last year.

[Hornet Mania]

I've been keeping track of Leonard this season in comparison to MKG, which I think MKG is the next Kawhi. At this point I think MKG can be a lot better. Leonard has struggled in every single facet of the game, even defensively tonight. No wonder the Spurs didn't even try to bite on his agent throwing out a max contract.

He supposedly can't really see though due to conjunctivitis.

Yeah. They talked about it some last night too. If he really is having a hard time seeing he might be best on the bench because he had some issues last night and did not look at all like the player he was last year.

Good info you guys, I had no idea. That's a shame, he was really killing it in the Finals. I read it may linger all the way until next summer, you'd think the Spurs' championship hopes have to take a big hit if that's the case.

I really hope MKG continues his strong play. He's been a different man this season, and that first game back from injury he seemed just as confident and aggressive. Last year when he got hurt it killed his confidence, I'm pleased to see that has not been the case this time around.

[BeesWax]

He supposedly can't really see though due to conjunctivitis.

Yeah. They talked about it some last night too. If he really is having a hard time seeing he might be best on the bench because he had some issues last night and did not look at all like the player he was last year.

Good info you guys, I had no idea. That's a shame, he was really killing it in the Finals. I read it may linger all the way until next summer, you'd think the Spurs' championship hopes have to take a big hit if that's the case.

I really hope MKG continues his strong play. He's been a different man this season, and that first game back from injury he seemed just as confident and aggressive. Last year when he got hurt it killed his confidence, I'm pleased to see that has not been the case this time around.

It has to hurt them because he is so important to what they do on defense. If MKG keeps it up no reason he can't be just as good for us as Leonard is for them.

[therebirth]

Hopefully he doesn't become timid on offense. It happens every year after an injury.

[penquin11]

MKG is just so great when he expresses himself on offense, he really is hard to stop when he cuts or drives because of his speed..... And it adds SOOO much to our offense when he does so.

[ball teacher]

MKG is just so great when he expresses himself on offense, he really is hard to stop when he cuts or drives because of his speed..... And it adds SOOO much to our offense when he does so.

MKG is only gonna get about 20-25 minutes per game. When the games are in the final period we will go to our perimeter offense for spacing purposes. Mkg is really not a good fit, no matter how many people praise his defense, to make the stan van gundy offense work we need perimeter shooters and with us already having Lance in the lineup we just cant play him and MKG.

i expect MKG to have similar stats as last year because his minutes will stay the same. He will get some buckets early, be benched quickly, sit a long time, and return a few minutes before the half. He'll start the 2nd half, and not really have a role in the offense and if we start off slow and fall behind, if he misses a shot or two, or if he doesnt get the ball he'll be benched for most of the 2nd half.

[MasterIchiro]

MKG is just so great when he expresses himself on offense, he really is hard to stop when he cuts or drives because of his speed..... And it adds SOOO much to our offense when he does so.

MKG is only gonna get about 20-25 minutes per game. When the games are in the final period we will go to our perimeter offense for spacing purposes. Mkg is really not a good fit, no matter how many people praise his defense, to make the stan van gundy offense work we need perimeter shooters and with us already having Lance in the lineup we just cant play him and MKG.

i expect MKG to have similar stats as last year because his minutes will stay the same. He will get some buckets early, be benched quickly, sit a long time, and return a few minutes before the half. He'll start the 2nd half, and not really have a role in the offense and if we start off slow and fall behind, if he misses a shot or two, or if he doesnt get the ball he'll be benched for most of the 2nd half.

What is his expiration date on the Hornets in your opinion?

[catch20two]

As a MKG fan I'm starting to want to see him on another team that'll utilize him better. I can see MKG getting treated like Biz by Clifford next year if he has another season like last year shelved in the shame corner and benched in the 4th.

[JDR720]

As a MKG fan I'm starting to want to see him on another team that'll utilize him better. I can see MKG getting treated like Biz by Clifford next year if he has another season like last year shelved in the shame corner and benched in the 4th.

Bis got benched because he supposedly wasn't playing hard #energy, i dont think MKG knows what not playing hard is as long as he isn't put in the shame corner. another offseason with Price will help him a ton

[BeesWax]

As a MKG fan I'm starting to want to see him on another team that'll utilize him better. I can see MKG getting treated like Biz by Clifford next year if he has another season like last year shelved in the shame corner and benched in the 4th.

Bis got benched because he supposedly wasn't playing hard #energy, i dont think MKG knows what not playing hard is as long as he isn't put in the shame corner. another offseason with Price will help him a ton

Biz never gives less that 110% either. Clifford's not playing hard excuse is garbage. He cited the preseason as the reason and Biz was playing tough in the preseason and killing the boards. If Clifford decides MKG can't shoot enough he will bench him and come up with another excuse. I mean who cares if every number says we are better with him on the floor than without.

[fatlever]

i'd love to see MKG on a team like the blazers. not that they are looking to get rid of batum, but MKG would totally fit there.

he'd also fit perfectly on the warriors in place of barnes.

or the clippers in place of whoever.

[ball teacher]

MKG is just so great when he expresses himself on offense, he really is hard to stop when he cuts or drives because of his speed..... And it adds SOOO much to our offense when he does so.

MKG is only gonna get about 20-25 minutes per game. When the games are in the final period we will go to our perimeter offense for spacing purposes. Mkg is really not a good fit, no matter how many people praise his defense, to make the stan van gundy offense work we need perimeter shooters and with us already having Lance in the lineup we just cant play him and MKG.

i expect MKG to have similar stats as last year because his minutes will stay the same. He will get some buckets early, be benched quickly, sit a long time, and return a few minutes before the half. He'll start the 2nd half, and not really have a role in the offense and if we start off slow and fall behind, if he misses a shot or two, or if he doesnt get the ball he'll be benched for most of the 2nd half.

What is his expiration date on the Hornets in your opinion?

I think when you have a 2nd overall pick who cant finish games or even get 30 minutes a game and in his 3rd season, he's pretty expendable. If he's getting 25 minutes and only getting about 10 points and 5 boards per game by the all star break, and if we're struggling as a team, I think MKG will be the guy we look to part with before any other player or coach. Gordon Hayward was gonna be his replacement but we settled on Lance cause it seems Jordan wanted him, either way unless MKG explodes as a offensive threat I think this year will be his last as a core Hornet player.

[BeesWax]

i'd love to see MKG on a team like the blazers. not that they are looking to get rid of batum, but MKG would totally fit there.

he'd also fit perfectly on the warriors in place of barnes.

or the clippers in place of whoever.

He would fit anywhere a coach is creative enough to adjust offense to suit the players he has as a whole. Hopefully Clifford will learn and adjust and make him useful here.

[MasterIchiro]

MKG is only gonna get about 20-25 minutes per game. When the games are in the final period we will go to our perimeter offense for spacing purposes. Mkg is really not a good fit, no matter how many people praise his defense, to make the stan van gundy offense work we need perimeter shooters and with us already having Lance in the lineup we just cant play him and MKG.

i expect MKG to have similar stats as last year because his minutes will stay the same. He will get some buckets early, be benched quickly, sit a long time, and return a few minutes before the half. He'll start the 2nd half, and not really have a role in the offense and if we start off slow and fall behind, if he misses a shot or two, or if he doesnt get the ball he'll be benched for most of the 2nd half.

What is his expiration date on the Hornets in your opinion?

I think when you have a 2nd overall pick who cant finish games or even get 30 minutes a game and in his 3rd season, he's pretty expendable. If he's getting 25 minutes and only getting about 10 points and 5 boards per game by the all star break, and if we're struggling as a team, I think MKG will be the guy we look to part with before any other player or coach. Gordon Hayward was gonna be his replacement but we settled on Lance cause it seems Jordan wanted him, either way unless MKG explodes as a offensive threat I think this year will be his last as a core Hornet player.

Hmm, so you think MKG is not a Hornet next year? What will his trade value be?

[yosemiteben]

He's 21. We hired him his own coach and he has transformed his shot. He has arguably been our most impressive player so far this season.

I honestly can't believe this board sometimes. We start off slow and people are ready to blow up the team.

[JDR720]

What are the odds that MKG can develop a corner 3pt shot with another offseason with Price? His shot is greatly improved this season.

[catch20two]

As a MKG fan I'm starting to want to see him on another team that'll utilize him better. I can see MKG getting treated like Biz by Clifford next year if he has another season like last year shelved in the shame corner and benched in the 4th.

Bis got benched because he supposedly wasn't playing hard #energy, i dont think MKG knows what not playing hard is as long as he isn't put in the shame corner. another offseason with Price will help him a ton

Like JDM said that #energy nonsense Clifford is using to bench Biz is a bunch of BS. He used #spacing to bench MKG last year and I can see Hairston just taking the SF position if he string along a few good shooting games off the bench. Clifford is searching for answers until we resemble the Dwight Howard Magic and MKG don't fit into that mold because he's not a 3 point shooter.

[JDR720]

He's 21. We hired him his own coach and he has transformed his shot. He has arguably been our most impressive player so far this season.

I honestly can't believe this board sometimes. We start off slow and people are ready to blow up the team.

MKG, Zeller and Neal have been the bright spots so far this season.

[BeesWax]

He's 21. We hired him his own coach and he has transformed his shot. He has arguably been our most impressive player so far this season.

I honestly can't believe this board sometimes. We start off slow and people are ready to blow up the team.

I think we should get rid of Al and Clifford before we get rid of MKG but I am not sure he will be used properly here since Clifford can't coach offense and can't put players in the best places for the to succeed. I think he feels he can make anyone better defensively but needs a certain level of offense due to his coaching limitations.

[fatlever]

i'd love to see MKG on a team like the blazers. not that they are looking to get rid of batum, but MKG would totally fit there.

he'd also fit perfectly on the warriors in place of barnes.

or the clippers in place of whoever.

He would fit anywhere a coach is creative enough to adjust offense to suit the players he has as a whole. Hopefully Clifford will learn and adjust and make him useful here.

we are probably the worst fit for MKG in the league.