Post#972 » by CROBulls » Tue Jul 15, 2025 10:08 pm
Observation so far.
#1 Personally I dont see him looking bigger than last year, but I do see him being just stronger. He handled NBA Summer League contact well and you can see he can play through it, anticipate it and make shots through contact. And most importantly him getting stronger, actually unlocked little bit more of athleticism in him. I think he focused offseason training in right direction.
Just generally not adding bulk, but adding muscle, specially muscles all over body and in his legs. That's why he actually looks little more springy and more athletic than he was. Which is absurd, given he was already one of best in game dunkers. His athleticism looks improved and most important no conditioning issue he had last year.
#2 His handle looks improved where I can see that he is gonna look little bit more for his shot this year, instead just cutting and standing in corner waiting for ball. Adding on first #1, and him clearly doing some training on his ball handling will lead to better scoring opportunities.
Btw I still dont see a playmaker in his game, he just doesnt look like that kind of guy. That's ok. With guys like Giddey on roster I dont think it's issue.
#3 His confidence was always there, but I think now walking a talk is possible. There is also bit of vocal leadership in him. I think he always had it with him, but now that his game follows what he saying depending how season goes he will be big part of voice of lockeroom. It seems Bulls also want this to happen. While Giddey was best player on roster last year and I think he will be back on roster, you still need another voice, vocal one in lockeroom who is already on roster, improving and can provide same leadership.
