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Re: The too early Suggs vs. Barnes thread 

Post#281 » by disoblige » Wed Aug 11, 2021 9:04 pm

arbsn wrote:
OhCanada1091 wrote:
arbsn wrote:
:lol: pretty sure youre the one getting mad about my opinion

Suggs was never the guy at 4. Thats something you allowed the media to trick you with. Its called indoctrination. Barnes was always the guy. His character and approach matches perfectly with the Raptors fundamental core. He fits in perfectly with VV, Siakam and OG. Gives them a happy Draymond Green, a Simmons that will work on his game.

Suggs needed to be the man and for the Raptors that leadership role is not something thats just handed off to a rookie. Its a process. Orlando can be that team. The team with a leader who has never led. Really the ones who screwed up are the Cavs. Barnes is already a better player than Mobley and is a better fit for that team. Suggs is a better fit for Orlando. Win win situation.



I never said I didn't like barnes.. He looks great, his IQ looks off the charts (making Draymond-like passes in the mid post) which is not really coachable whereas shooting and ball handling he can get better over time. If he can become a decent shooter and tighten up his handling I think he will be an all star level player

My biggest worry for Barnes is his Athleticism. Hes not marc gasol but he's also not Kawhi/OG (or even Draymond) level so I dont think he will be the next Scottie Pippen as some people have predicted. He will rely more on length and position which is fine.

I just see Suggs as a generational talent. He has solid IQ with underrated athleticism and incredible passion. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion.


Did you even see his combine? He jumps and move faster than pascal.

Mockdrafts had sugg mid 1st pick early in College season.
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Re: The too early Suggs vs. Barnes thread 

Post#282 » by OhCanada1091 » Wed Aug 11, 2021 9:17 pm

disoblige wrote:
arbsn wrote:
OhCanada1091 wrote:Suggs was never the guy at 4. Thats something you allowed the media to trick you with. Its called indoctrination. Barnes was always the guy. His character and approach matches perfectly with the Raptors fundamental core. He fits in perfectly with VV, Siakam and OG. Gives them a happy Draymond Green, a Simmons that will work on his game.

Suggs needed to be the man and for the Raptors that leadership role is not something thats just handed off to a rookie. Its a process. Orlando can be that team. The team with a leader who has never led. Really the ones who screwed up are the Cavs. Barnes is already a better player than Mobley and is a better fit for that team. Suggs is a better fit for Orlando. Win win situation.



I never said I didn't like barnes.. He looks great, his IQ looks off the charts (making Draymond-like passes in the mid post) which is not really coachable whereas shooting and ball handling he can get better over time. If he can become a decent shooter and tighten up his handling I think he will be an all star level player

My biggest worry for Barnes is his Athleticism. Hes not marc gasol but he's also not Kawhi/OG (or even Draymond) level so I dont think he will be the next Scottie Pippen as some people have predicted. He will rely more on length and position which is fine.

I just see Suggs as a generational talent. He has solid IQ with underrated athleticism and incredible passion. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion.


Did you even see his combine? He jumps and move faster than pascal.

Mockdrafts had sugg mid 1st pick early in College season.

Yeah I think this second game Barnes will put the athleticism issues to rest. Knicks are well coached, even the summer league team. Warriors are gonna be sloppy and easy to get into the break against and we will see more of that athleticism.

Not to mention its hot as hell in Vegas and Scottie was gassed. You gotta remember he is a legit 6'9 230. This is a big boy. Its not like Kuminga who is 6'6 210.

And he doesn't HAVE TO play with athleticism all the time. This is a good sign. He knows when to use it, not to burn himself out.
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Re: The too early Suggs vs. Barnes thread 

Post#283 » by anotherhomer » Wed Aug 11, 2021 9:20 pm

disoblige wrote:
arbsn wrote:
OhCanada1091 wrote:Suggs was never the guy at 4. Thats something you allowed the media to trick you with. Its called indoctrination. Barnes was always the guy. His character and approach matches perfectly with the Raptors fundamental core. He fits in perfectly with VV, Siakam and OG. Gives them a happy Draymond Green, a Simmons that will work on his game.

Suggs needed to be the man and for the Raptors that leadership role is not something thats just handed off to a rookie. Its a process. Orlando can be that team. The team with a leader who has never led. Really the ones who screwed up are the Cavs. Barnes is already a better player than Mobley and is a better fit for that team. Suggs is a better fit for Orlando. Win win situation.



I never said I didn't like barnes.. He looks great, his IQ looks off the charts (making Draymond-like passes in the mid post) which is not really coachable whereas shooting and ball handling he can get better over time. If he can become a decent shooter and tighten up his handling I think he will be an all star level player

My biggest worry for Barnes is his Athleticism. Hes not marc gasol but he's also not Kawhi/OG (or even Draymond) level so I dont think he will be the next Scottie Pippen as some people have predicted. He will rely more on length and position which is fine.

I just see Suggs as a generational talent. He has solid IQ with underrated athleticism and incredible passion. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion.


i'm pretty sure raps wanted evan mobley, unless the call to cavs, was to make them believe they wanted evan

Did you even see his combine? He jumps and move faster than pascal.

Mockdrafts had sugg mid 1st pick early in College season.
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Post#284 » by OhCanada1091 » Wed Aug 11, 2021 9:21 pm

Can't wait until we see the size difference between Kuminga and Barnes.
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Re: The too early Suggs vs. Barnes thread 

Post#285 » by Raps in 4 » Wed Aug 11, 2021 9:40 pm

OhCanada1091 wrote:
disoblige wrote:
arbsn wrote:

I never said I didn't like barnes.. He looks great, his IQ looks off the charts (making Draymond-like passes in the mid post) which is not really coachable whereas shooting and ball handling he can get better over time. If he can become a decent shooter and tighten up his handling I think he will be an all star level player

My biggest worry for Barnes is his Athleticism. Hes not marc gasol but he's also not Kawhi/OG (or even Draymond) level so I dont think he will be the next Scottie Pippen as some people have predicted. He will rely more on length and position which is fine.

I just see Suggs as a generational talent. He has solid IQ with underrated athleticism and incredible passion. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion.


Did you even see his combine? He jumps and move faster than pascal.

Mockdrafts had sugg mid 1st pick early in College season.

Yeah I think this second game Barnes will put the athleticism issues to rest. Knicks are well coached, even the summer league team. Warriors are gonna be sloppy and easy to get into the break against and we will see more of that athleticism.

Not to mention its hot as hell in Vegas and Scottie was gassed. You gotta remember he is a legit 6'9 230. This is a big boy. Its not like Kuminga who is 6'6 210.

And he doesn't HAVE TO play with athleticism all the time. This is a good sign. He knows when to use it, not to burn himself out.


Barnes is 6'7"

He's not the quickest guy, but he's definitely athletic. His movement reminds me of Kawhi.
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Re: The too early Suggs vs. Barnes thread 

Post#286 » by KINGTHANOS » Wed Aug 11, 2021 10:06 pm

arbsn wrote:
OhCanada1091 wrote:
arbsn wrote:
:lol: pretty sure youre the one getting mad about my opinion

Suggs was never the guy at 4. Thats something you allowed the media to trick you with. Its called indoctrination. Barnes was always the guy. His character and approach matches perfectly with the Raptors fundamental core. He fits in perfectly with VV, Siakam and OG. Gives them a happy Draymond Green, a Simmons that will work on his game.

Suggs needed to be the man and for the Raptors that leadership role is not something thats just handed off to a rookie. Its a process. Orlando can be that team. The team with a leader who has never led. Really the ones who screwed up are the Cavs. Barnes is already a better player than Mobley and is a better fit for that team. Suggs is a better fit for Orlando. Win win situation.



I never said I didn't like barnes.. He looks great, his IQ looks off the charts (making Draymond-like passes in the mid post) which is not really coachable whereas shooting and ball handling he can get better over time. If he can become a decent shooter and tighten up his handling I think he will be an all star level player

My biggest worry for Barnes is his Athleticism. Hes not marc gasol but he's also not Kawhi/OG (or even Draymond) level so I dont think he will be the next Scottie Pippen as some people have predicted. He will rely more on length and position which is fine.

I just see Suggs as a generational talent. He has solid IQ with underrated athleticism and incredible passion. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion.


How is your biggest worry with Barnes athleticism? He recorded a 39.5 inch vertical jump at the combine and all reports about his athleticism are great. Not sure where you're seeing that.
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Re: The too early Suggs vs. Barnes thread 

Post#287 » by everdiso » Wed Aug 11, 2021 10:11 pm

Raps in 4 wrote:
OhCanada1091 wrote:
disoblige wrote:
Did you even see his combine? He jumps and move faster than pascal.

Mockdrafts had sugg mid 1st pick early in College season.

Yeah I think this second game Barnes will put the athleticism issues to rest. Knicks are well coached, even the summer league team. Warriors are gonna be sloppy and easy to get into the break against and we will see more of that athleticism.

Not to mention its hot as hell in Vegas and Scottie was gassed. You gotta remember he is a legit 6'9 230. This is a big boy. Its not like Kuminga who is 6'6 210.

And he doesn't HAVE TO play with athleticism all the time. This is a good sign. He knows when to use it, not to burn himself out.


Barnes is 6'7"

He's not the quickest guy, but he's definitely athletic. His movement reminds me of Kawhi.


Combine Speed & Agility (out of 55 tested)

Shuttle Run

1. G.Brown 2.98
2. S.Barnes 2.99
3. C.Kispert 2.99
4. A.Wiggins 3.00
5. A.Lawson 3.01
6. S.Lewis 3.03
7. Z.Williams 3.04
8. Y.Pons 3.05
9. D.Washington 3.06
10. S.Hauser 3.07

Standing Vertical

1. K.Johnson 41.5
2. J.Sims 37.0
3. S.Barnes 36.0
4. Y.Pons 36.0
5. J.Springer 34.5
6. D.Steward 34.5
7. Z.Williams 34.0
8. S.Lewia 34.0
9. T.Murphy 34.0
10. G.Brown 33.5

Lane Agility

1. S.Lewis 10.45
2. N.Hyland 10.53
3. Z.Williams 10.69
4. J.Wieskamp 10.70
5. M.Wright 10.76
6. J.Preston 10.82
7. S.Barnes 10.88
8. O.Agbaji 10.88
9. Y.Pons 10.89
10. M.Abmas 10.90

Max Vertical

1. K.Johnson 48.0
2. J.Sims 44.5
3. Y.Pons 42.5
4. S.Lewis 42.0
5. J.Wieskamp 42.0
6. O.Agbaji 41.5
7. J.Springer 41.5
8. A.Lawson 41.0
9. S.Barnes 39.5
10. Z.Williams 39.5

Three Quarter Sprint

1. S.Lewis 2.98
2. A.Lawson 2.98
3. K.Johnson 3.00
4. D.Nix 3.00
5. D.Johnson 3.03
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31. S.Barnes 3.15
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Post#288 » by State of Kawhii » Wed Aug 11, 2021 11:58 pm

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Re: The too early Suggs vs. Barnes thread 

Post#289 » by disoblige » Thu Aug 12, 2021 12:00 am

everdiso wrote:
Raps in 4 wrote:
OhCanada1091 wrote:Yeah I think this second game Barnes will put the athleticism issues to rest. Knicks are well coached, even the summer league team. Warriors are gonna be sloppy and easy to get into the break against and we will see more of that athleticism.

Not to mention its hot as hell in Vegas and Scottie was gassed. You gotta remember he is a legit 6'9 230. This is a big boy. Its not like Kuminga who is 6'6 210.

And he doesn't HAVE TO play with athleticism all the time. This is a good sign. He knows when to use it, not to burn himself out.


Barnes is 6'7"

He's not the quickest guy, but he's definitely athletic. His movement reminds me of Kawhi.


Combine Speed & Agility (out of 55 tested)

Shuttle Run

1. G.Brown 2.98
2. S.Barnes 2.99
3. C.Kispert 2.99
4. A.Wiggins 3.00
5. A.Lawson 3.01
6. S.Lewis 3.03
7. Z.Williams 3.04
8. Y.Pons 3.05
9. D.Washington 3.06
10. S.Hauser 3.07

Standing Vertical

1. K.Johnson 41.5
2. J.Sims 37.0
3. S.Barnes 36.0
4. Y.Pons 36.0
5. J.Springer 34.5
6. D.Steward 34.5
7. Z.Williams 34.0
8. S.Lewia 34.0
9. T.Murphy 34.0
10. G.Brown 33.5

Lane Agility

1. S.Lewis 10.45
2. N.Hyland 10.53
3. Z.Williams 10.69
4. J.Wieskamp 10.70
5. M.Wright 10.76
6. J.Preston 10.82
7. S.Barnes 10.88
8. O.Agbaji 10.88
9. Y.Pons 10.89
10. M.Abmas 10.90

Max Vertical

1. K.Johnson 48.0
2. J.Sims 44.5
3. Y.Pons 42.5
4. S.Lewis 42.0
5. J.Wieskamp 42.0
6. O.Agbaji 41.5
7. J.Springer 41.5
8. A.Lawson 41.0
9. S.Barnes 39.5
10. Z.Williams 39.5

Three Quarter Sprint

1. S.Lewis 2.98
2. A.Lawson 2.98
3. K.Johnson 3.00
4. D.Nix 3.00
5. D.Johnson 3.03
...
31. S.Barnes 3.15


In Comparison this is Siakam / Barnes
Standing Vertical Leap:30.5 /36.0
Max Vertical Leap:36.5 / 39.5
Lane Agility Time (sec): 11.25 / 10.88
Shuttle Run (sec) 3.09/ 2.99
Three Quarter Sprint 3.41 / 3.15
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Post#290 » by Basketball_Jones » Thu Aug 12, 2021 12:10 am

Suggs is gonna take a season or two until he shoots efficiently. Gonna be some growing pains with his scoring early on
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Post#291 » by Gavin_TDThree » Thu Aug 12, 2021 2:36 am

way too early but that putback dunk was nasty....

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Post#292 » by Clutch0z24 » Thu Aug 12, 2021 2:37 am

Barnes Vs Suggs game 1s = tie
Barnes Vs Suggs Game 2s = Suggs W

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Post#293 » by T-d0t » Thu Aug 12, 2021 2:41 am

I liked that Barnes showed he could get to the line and he probably would have had more trips. Obviously needs to work on making his FTs
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Post#294 » by navyblue » Thu Aug 12, 2021 2:44 am

disoblige wrote:
everdiso wrote:
Raps in 4 wrote:
Barnes is 6'7"

He's not the quickest guy, but he's definitely athletic. His movement reminds me of Kawhi.


Combine Speed & Agility (out of 55 tested)

Shuttle Run

1. G.Brown 2.98
2. S.Barnes 2.99
3. C.Kispert 2.99
4. A.Wiggins 3.00
5. A.Lawson 3.01
6. S.Lewis 3.03
7. Z.Williams 3.04
8. Y.Pons 3.05
9. D.Washington 3.06
10. S.Hauser 3.07

Standing Vertical

1. K.Johnson 41.5
2. J.Sims 37.0
3. S.Barnes 36.0
4. Y.Pons 36.0
5. J.Springer 34.5
6. D.Steward 34.5
7. Z.Williams 34.0
8. S.Lewia 34.0
9. T.Murphy 34.0
10. G.Brown 33.5

Lane Agility

1. S.Lewis 10.45
2. N.Hyland 10.53
3. Z.Williams 10.69
4. J.Wieskamp 10.70
5. M.Wright 10.76
6. J.Preston 10.82
7. S.Barnes 10.88
8. O.Agbaji 10.88
9. Y.Pons 10.89
10. M.Abmas 10.90

Max Vertical

1. K.Johnson 48.0
2. J.Sims 44.5
3. Y.Pons 42.5
4. S.Lewis 42.0
5. J.Wieskamp 42.0
6. O.Agbaji 41.5
7. J.Springer 41.5
8. A.Lawson 41.0
9. S.Barnes 39.5
10. Z.Williams 39.5

Three Quarter Sprint

1. S.Lewis 2.98
2. A.Lawson 2.98
3. K.Johnson 3.00
4. D.Nix 3.00
5. D.Johnson 3.03
...
31. S.Barnes 3.15


In Comparison this is Siakam / Barnes
Standing Vertical Leap:30.5 /36.0
Max Vertical Leap:36.5 / 39.5
Lane Agility Time (sec): 11.25 / 10.88
Shuttle Run (sec) 3.09/ 2.99
Three Quarter Sprint 3.41 / 3.15

Must be about something the way Barnes moves that he doesn't look fluid/fast. Pascal has that typical sprinters motion and looks faster than he is.
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Post#295 » by dc » Thu Aug 12, 2021 2:54 am

navyblue wrote:Must be about something the way Barnes moves that he doesn't look fluid/fast. Pascal has that typical sprinters motion and looks faster than he is.


Combine numbers don't necessarily translate to basketball athleticism.

Tyler Hasnbrough's athletic measurements compared well to Blake Griffin back in 2009, but on the court, prime Blake displayed a lot more basketball athleticism.
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Post#296 » by Pointgod » Thu Aug 12, 2021 2:55 am

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So much for being unathletic. For all the skills and tools that Jalen Suggs has, his motor is crazy which is what makes him special.
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Post#297 » by Raps in 4 » Thu Aug 12, 2021 3:11 am

Pointgod wrote:
State of Kawhii wrote:Did yall see this today? Filthy...

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So much for being unathletic. For all the skills and tools that Jalen Suggs has, his motor is crazy which is what makes him special.


He looked like this in college too. I have no idea where the narrative came from that he was unathletic. His haters were propagating it all over the draft threads. Either they didn't watch a single college game of his or they were lying to themselves.
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Re: The too early Suggs vs. Barnes thread 

Post#298 » by WaltFrazier » Thu Aug 12, 2021 3:14 am

OhCanada1091 wrote:
disoblige wrote:
arbsn wrote:

I never said I didn't like barnes.. He looks great, his IQ looks off the charts (making Draymond-like passes in the mid post) which is not really coachable whereas shooting and ball handling he can get better over time. If he can become a decent shooter and tighten up his handling I think he will be an all star level player

My biggest worry for Barnes is his Athleticism. Hes not marc gasol but he's also not Kawhi/OG (or even Draymond) level so I dont think he will be the next Scottie Pippen as some people have predicted. He will rely more on length and position which is fine.

I just see Suggs as a generational talent. He has solid IQ with underrated athleticism and incredible passion. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion.


Did you even see his combine? He jumps and move faster than pascal.

Mockdrafts had sugg mid 1st pick early in College season.

Yeah I think this second game Barnes will put the athleticism issues to rest. Knicks are well coached, even the summer league team. Warriors are gonna be sloppy and easy to get into the break against and we will see more of that athleticism.

Not to mention its hot as hell in Vegas and Scottie was gassed. You gotta remember he is a legit 6'9 230. This is a big boy. Its not like Kuminga who is 6'6 210.

And he doesn't HAVE TO play with athleticism all the time. This is a good sign. He knows when to use it, not to burn himself out.


I think the athleticism looked worse in game 2. He made a bunch of decent moves to the rim but failed to dunk, missed bunnies. Yes he drew some fouls but a young 6'9 guy, i wanna see him power through and dunk some of those. If he lacks explosion that's disappointing.
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Re: The too early Suggs vs. Barnes thread 

Post#299 » by Pointgod » Thu Aug 12, 2021 3:33 am

WaltFrazier wrote:
OhCanada1091 wrote:
disoblige wrote:
Did you even see his combine? He jumps and move faster than pascal.

Mockdrafts had sugg mid 1st pick early in College season.

Yeah I think this second game Barnes will put the athleticism issues to rest. Knicks are well coached, even the summer league team. Warriors are gonna be sloppy and easy to get into the break against and we will see more of that athleticism.

Not to mention its hot as hell in Vegas and Scottie was gassed. You gotta remember he is a legit 6'9 230. This is a big boy. Its not like Kuminga who is 6'6 210.

And he doesn't HAVE TO play with athleticism all the time. This is a good sign. He knows when to use it, not to burn himself out.


I think the athleticism looked worse in game 2. He made a bunch of decent moves to the rim but failed to dunk, missed bunnies. Yes he drew some fouls but a young 6'9 guy, i wanna see him power through and dunk some of those. If he lacks explosion that's disappointing.


Is Barnes 6’7 or 6’9? I keep seeing different heights posted on Realgm. Either way I don’t see him being a lead ball handler unless he works on his outside shot. I can easily see defenses sagging off him and collapsing as he drives into the lane. He didn’t move that quickly this game but maybe he’s just tired.
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Re: The too early Suggs vs. Barnes thread 

Post#300 » by Clutch0z24 » Thu Aug 12, 2021 3:39 am



Just after watching the way he moves/shot is smooth/athletism/playmaking im still kinda feeling we f'd up here but we shall see i hope im wrong but gut telling me im not
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