3/13/13 -- PISTONS vs. WARRIORS

[Goldtop]

It is a very sad fact that I discovered this forum in the midst of one of the most dispointing season i have experienced, for any of my teams ( although the Lions did manage that glorious 0-16, but that eventually became comical) didnt see much of the game, internet was up and down, but i can gather enough info. I was so optmistic about the Calderon trade, now i would trade him for a sack of potatos

and Monroe I just dont know anymore.....

Even though Calderon has been one of our only good players the last month, I'm starting to think Dumars may not resign him. Its hard to argue with the record, and we've been the worst team in the league since the AS game, despite how good he plays individually. If we're going to invest a good part of our capspace in a vet, I think it needs to show up in the in the win column for Dumars to justify it.

I don't think we will be any better putting Knight back at PG, but if we won't be any worse, record-wise, they might think to just go with with cheaper Knight until we find someone better.

[Jodi]

honestly Jonas just doesn't know how to finish. its like he pump fakes his man drives the lane, and then just throws up crazy sh*. Teach that mother f* a euro step. Literally i'm like "oh nice........annnnnnd poop"

Another game where Calderon got exposed defensively....just not starting material IMO

I thought Calderon should have been playing a back-up role as soon as he got here...I don't see any reason why he couldn't be a mentor off the bench...Lets all thank Frank for his non-defensive vision for this team...

[Blkbrd671]

Everyone needs to relax with the overreaction of Moose this game, he doesn't have a consistent jump shot yet.............we knew this. He misses easy layups...............we knew this. Moose is going to be fine, everyone forgets just a week or 2 ago he went on pretty impressive statistical stretch. Also for some reason , refs don't like moose, he clearly gets fouled quite a bit, just no calls

[2tough]

The problem with Monroe is he rarely ever plays good on offense against good defenders.

If you're going to have a 1 way player who's strictly an offensive player, he better be someone who can score on any defense.

Any statistics or proof to back up this otherwise empty claim?

[Goldtop]

The problem with Monroe is he rarely ever plays good on offense against good defenders.

If you're going to have a 1 way player who's strictly an offensive player, he better be someone who can score on any defense.

Any statistics or proof to back up this otherwise empty claim?

nope, just my own experience watching every game.

[Hotmayo]

Another game where Calderon got exposed defensively....just not starting material IMO

Monroe looked weak/tired. Really have doubts about him moving to PF. He had wide open elbow jumpers all night, yet he continually drove the lane just to get his layup/hook shot blocked, or turned it over before he could get off a shot attempt. He just does not look good away from the basket.

I agree with your Concerns on greg Monroe playing power forward. Personally I don't think greg shoots good enough from 15-18 to play power forward. Greg's an around the rim type player who would rather dribble it closer to the rim than take the open mid range shot. I mean I believe greg should be traded. And we should find a power forward who shoots mid range at a high level and plays defense.

[Blkbrd671]

I agree with your Concerns on greg Monroe playing power forward. Personally I don't think greg shoots good enough from 15-18 to play power forward. Greg's an around the rim type player who would rather dribble it closer to the rim than take the open mid range shot. I mean I believe greg should be traded. And we should find a power forward who shoots mid range at a high level and plays defense.

and/or trust that monroe can develop a jump shot.