GT #40: Sixers @ Wizards 2 PM MLK Jr. Day

dckingsfan · Post #21 » by **dckingsfan** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 7:48 pm

In 28 minutes our subs have 1 rebound - ouch

keynote · Post #22 » by **keynote** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 7:49 pm

Martell's hairline is starting to look LeBron-esque. Let's see if he breaks out the Shamwow headband to cover it up like James has.

Post #23 » by **miller31time** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 7:52 pm

keynote wrote:
miller31time wrote:I really wish Beal studied James Harden. 3s and drives. Instead, nothing but contested long 2s.

Beal can't handle the ball like Harden can -- or Wade, for that matter. Once Beal's handle improves, I think he'll take it to the hole more. But for now, he's seems to be more comfortable shooting within 1-2 dribbles -- which means he's usually shooting from the perimeter.

Not possessing elite handles isn't an excuse for not driving to the hoop. It also shows poor awareness and understanding to make the least efficient shot in basketball your "bread and butter", especially when you're shooting 40+% from 3 (the most efficient shot in basketball).

Post #24 » by **Ruzious** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 7:54 pm

miller31time wrote:
keynote wrote:
miller31time wrote:I really wish Beal studied James Harden. 3s and drives. Instead, nothing but contested long 2s.

Beal can't handle the ball like Harden can -- or Wade, for that matter. Once Beal's handle improves, I think he'll take it to the hole more. But for now, he's seems to be more comfortable shooting within 1-2 dribbles -- which means he's usually shooting from the perimeter.

Not possessing elite handles isn't an excuse for not driving to the hoop. It also shows poor awareness and understanding to make the least efficient shot in basketball your "bread and butter", especially when you're shooting 40+% from 3 (the most efficient shot in basketball).

We'll have to ease up on Beal if he gets a triple double today. 7 points, 5 boards, 4 assists with more than 5 minutes left in the half.

dckingsfan · Post #25 » by **dckingsfan** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 7:56 pm

Ruzious wrote:
miller31time wrote:
keynote wrote:
Beal can't handle the ball like Harden can -- or Wade, for that matter. Once Beal's handle improves, I think he'll take it to the hole more. But for now, he's seems to be more comfortable shooting within 1-2 dribbles -- which means he's usually shooting from the perimeter.

Not possessing elite handles isn't an excuse for not driving to the hoop. It also shows poor awareness and understanding to make the least efficient shot in basketball your "bread and butter", especially when you're shooting 40+% from 3 (the most efficient shot in basketball).

We'll have to ease up on Beal if he gets a triple double today. 7 points, 5 boards, 4 assists with more than 5 minutes left in the half.

But we shouldn't if we want him to be a superstar - handles, awareness and effort on the defensive end are (IMO) the only things holding him back. Lots of folks have told me that comes in year 3.

GhostsOfGil · Post #26 » by **GhostsOfGil** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 7:56 pm

Beal. Just shoot threes!

keynote · Post #27 » by **keynote** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 7:57 pm

I'm certainly glad to see Beal go back to hitting the glass. That used to be a strength of his. But as of late, he's been putting up Rip Hamilton/Nick Young-esque stat lines.

dckingsfan · Post #28 » by **dckingsfan** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 7:57 pm

Vesely and Seraphin with + on the +/- !!!!

Post #29 » by **miller31time** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 7:58 pm

Ruzious wrote:
miller31time wrote:
keynote wrote:
Beal can't handle the ball like Harden can -- or Wade, for that matter. Once Beal's handle improves, I think he'll take it to the hole more. But for now, he's seems to be more comfortable shooting within 1-2 dribbles -- which means he's usually shooting from the perimeter.

Not possessing elite handles isn't an excuse for not driving to the hoop. It also shows poor awareness and understanding to make the least efficient shot in basketball your "bread and butter", especially when you're shooting 40+% from 3 (the most efficient shot in basketball).

We'll have to ease up on Beal if he gets a triple double today. 7 points, 5 boards, 4 assists with more than 5 minutes left in the half.

He's having a good game but he's also been spotting up for 3 and letting the game come to him.

keynote · Post #30 » by **keynote** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 7:59 pm

miller31time wrote:
keynote wrote:
miller31time wrote:I really wish Beal studied James Harden. 3s and drives. Instead, nothing but contested long 2s.

Beal can't handle the ball like Harden can -- or Wade, for that matter. Once Beal's handle improves, I think he'll take it to the hole more. But for now, he's seems to be more comfortable shooting within 1-2 dribbles -- which means he's usually shooting from the perimeter.

Not possessing elite handles isn't an excuse for not driving to the hoop. It also shows poor awareness and understanding to make the least efficient shot in basketball your "bread and butter", especially when you're shooting 40+% from 3 (the most efficient shot in basketball).

Oh, no doubt. I'm not justifying his decision making; I'm just explaining it. I'm as frustrated as you are.

But yeah: "to explain the existence of evil is to justify its existence."

GhostsOfGil · Post #31 » by **GhostsOfGil** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:02 pm

John has been allowing dribble penetration all day...

TGW · Post #32 » by **TGW** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:03 pm

I freaking HATE when Wall plays the el matador reach from behind defense. I would bench him for doing that sh*t because it's the epitome of selfish basketball.

dckingsfan · Post #33 » by **dckingsfan** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:05 pm

That is one of the ways we get into trouble - when Wall and Beal don't force the issue on the defensive end by staying in front of the assignments...

dlts20 · Post #34 » by **dlts20** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:06 pm

people ripping Beal but this has been 4 out of 5 great games. He's back. He just had that one bad game but was great in the previous 3 and again today

keynote · Post #35 » by **keynote** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:08 pm

I can't enjoy 2Q leads. Like Winter, the 3Q is coming.

dlts20 · Post #36 » by **dlts20** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:09 pm

Wall loves to go 2 for 1 at the end of the half but if its not there then you shouldnt force it. We got the ball with 44 sec so we had plenty of time to do a regular play anyways and still get 2 for 1

Post #37 » by **Ruzious** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:10 pm

Wiz FT shooting margin is an MLK Day miracle.

It seems like Nene's become a defensive specialist. His shooting touch looks awful, but his defense has been excellent.

TGW · Post #38 » by **TGW** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:10 pm

We need to get a real NBA coach here that will teach Wall and Beal how to play smart, efficient basketball. They both take the dumbest shots and make the most ridiculous decisions at times without risk of being benched.

Wall taking fadeaways from the corner like he's MJ without making one pass is just inexcusable.

CntOutSmrtCrazy · Post #39 » by **CntOutSmrtCrazy** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:10 pm

Lol Buckhantz gets disappointed with 4-0 runs....

dckingsfan · Post #40 » by **dckingsfan** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:11 pm

dlts20 wrote:people ripping Beal but this has been 4 out of 5 great games. He's back. He just had that one bad game but was great in the previous 3 and again today

Hmmm, not ripping - more hoping he becomes a superstar