Who/what defines a true #1 option?

[HomoSapien]

Have we gone this whole thread without the mention of the term "go-to move"?

[NZB2323]

I was just thinking of Giddey and this question. Obviously he's not going to be a 25 pt guy, but can he be a "#1 option" on a solid team? Magic was never a big scorer, but was an all time great offensive engine, just like Nash. OF COURSE, I'm not saying Giddey is that level, but he's similar to them in style

Haliburton averages less than 20 a game but may be going to the finals.

I think Rondo is the comparison for Giddey, who you could argue was the best player on the 2010 Celtics.

[Am2626]

I was just thinking of Giddey and this question. Obviously he's not going to be a 25 pt guy, but can he be a "#1 option" on a solid team? Magic was never a big scorer, but was an all time great offensive engine, just like Nash. OF COURSE, I'm not saying Giddey is that level, but he's similar to them in style

Haliburton averages less than 20 a game but may be going to the finals.

I think Rondo is the comparison for Giddey, who you could argue was the best player on the 2010 Celtics.

That team had 3 Hall of Fame players at the end of their careers. It’s not the same situation with Giddey and the Bulls. This Bulls team will need a Franchise Player in his prime for this Bulls team to be able to compete for a Championship. Think prime Rose before injuries.

[ShouldaPaidBG]

I'd rather have all 5 guys able to score than a true #1 option

[prolific passer]

I'd rather have all 5 guys able to score than a true #1 option

Dreaming of the mid 2000s bulls?

[dice]

#1 option typically refers to the best go-to scorer on the team. an iso-capable guy. someone you can count on for the last possession of the game. obviously it's preferable that he's good at decision making as well (finding the best available shot, whether it be for him or an open teammate). zach lavine certainly fits the bill. as does derozan

[sco]

#1 option typically refers to the best go-to scorer on the team. an iso-capable guy. someone you can count on for the last possession of the game. obviously it's preferable that he's good at decision making as well (finding the best available shot, whether it be for him or an open teammate). zach lavine certainly fits the bill. as does derozan

True. But I was trying to get at who are the guys who #1 players where they make you good enough to contend vs. when teams are forced to play their best offensive player as their #1 option, but he is very stoppable (e.g. Zach).

[ShouldaPaidBG]

I'd rather have all 5 guys able to score than a true #1 option

Dreaming of the mid 2000s bulls?

That was never the case

[The Box Office]

- Superb defense and grit
- low turnover rate
- Good facilitator
- Tremendous 1 on 1 scorer
- Go- to moves
- Can make shots from anywhere
- Nice handles
- Moves well without the ball
- Knows how to draw fouls
- great free throw shooter
- clutch
- consistent
- doesn't get injured a lot

Basically, a durable superb 2-way player with nice handles who can control the tempo of the game.

[pipfan]

I was just thinking of Giddey and this question. Obviously he's not going to be a 25 pt guy, but can he be a "#1 option" on a solid team? Magic was never a big scorer, but was an all time great offensive engine, just like Nash. OF COURSE, I'm not saying Giddey is that level, but he's similar to them in style

Haliburton averages less than 20 a game but may be going to the finals.

I think Rondo is the comparison for Giddey, who you could argue was the best player on the 2010 Celtics.

That team had 3 Hall of Fame players at the end of their careers. It’s not the same situation with Giddey and the Bulls. This Bulls team will need a Franchise Player in his prime for this Bulls team to be able to compete for a Championship. Think prime Rose before injuries.

This is why I am suggesting a trade for Lauri. I would MUCH rather deal Coby, build around Giddey/Matas and get a top 2026 pick but AKME won't do that. If we won't take a step back, adding Lauri gives us a shot at 50 wins. Lauri is not a 1st option, but I think he's an elite play-finisher. Giddey is a great passer, and Coby can get 20 efficiently. Plus, we would dump Vuc/PWill on the Jazz so we wouldn't have to watch them play anymore!

[sco]

Haliburton averages less than 20 a game but may be going to the finals.

I think Rondo is the comparison for Giddey, who you could argue was the best player on the 2010 Celtics.

That team had 3 Hall of Fame players at the end of their careers. It’s not the same situation with Giddey and the Bulls. This Bulls team will need a Franchise Player in his prime for this Bulls team to be able to compete for a Championship. Think prime Rose before injuries.

This is why I am suggesting a trade for Lauri. I would MUCH rather deal Coby, build around Giddey/Matas and get a top 2026 pick but AKME won't do that. If we won't take a step back, adding Lauri gives us a shot at 50 wins. Lauri is not a 1st option, but I think he's an elite play-finisher. Giddey is a great passer, and Coby can get 20 efficiently. Plus, we would dump Vuc/PWill on the Jazz so we wouldn't have to watch them play anymore!

I gotta think the Jazz are looking for 2 1sts for Lauri.