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Although Bacon has the tools to be an efficient scorer, he lacks a certain level of basketball IQ to do so consistently. Tough shots are usually reserved for late in the clock, but not in his case, as he will hunt the first scoring opportunity that presents itself. Taking a number of long, early-clock mid-range jumpers is a very difficult way to make a living in the NBA, and is only compounded by Bacon's inability to create separation to have these attempts be less aggressively contested.

He isn't the most elusive ball-handler, and lacks a certain level of quickness off the dribble that allows defenders to square him up and keep him in front, which is further hindered by his unwillingness to create for teammates, evidenced by his assist to field-goal attempt ratio of 0.12.

When Bacon is engaged, and willing to sit in a stance, he can be a reliable defender, using his size and length to keep the ball contained and contest perimeter jumpers. He has the strength to check most wings, and may even be able to slide up to the four in bench lineups. Unfortunately, the effort level and focus needed to be an impact defender fluctuates from possession to possession. Mental lapses of over committing or being late to closeout, as well as simply poor closeouts has certainly hurt his image as a defender.

countryboi wrote:Mmmmm Bacon..


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amcoolio wrote:Sounds like we will absolutely hate this guy. Maybe he proves us wrong.

Just don't understand it when there were a few clear 1st round talents available at 31.