06-27-2024, 09:14 PM
(06-27-2024, 08:47 PM)KillerLeft Wrote: You make some good points. I just reach different conclusions than you do. I think it's pretty clear that Hardy has developed quite a bit as an offensive decision maker, and if you limit him to catch and shoots and 2-3 tried and true two-dribble shot solutions, I think you're turning your back on what the Mavs liked about him, which is, in my opinion, his plethora of really polished iso counters, mostly in the mid-range. I think he's really quite advanced in some ways, offensively. And, I think he's starting to make the right pass, and accurately, when he actually looks to pass. For me, all he has to do is stop over-penetrating. BUT, I sure as heck don't want to take away his license to penetrate, because he's REALLY good at it, and that's something the Mavs need. In order for him to play that way, he needs the ball, and in order for him to have the ball, he needs to be able to play PG, at least a little, especially in this kind of offense. I honestly thought the progress he made this year on this front was encouraging, and I'm expecting a big year from him next season if he's here.
I agree with some of what you're saying about Green's defense. He's never going to bother someone like Jason Tatum, for example. So, from that perspective, I agree that he's not that type of forward. But, as long as Luka Doncic is on this team, they'll need smaller quicker guys who can play forward on offense and credibly guard down. Totally agree that screen navigation has to improve if he's to be worthwhile at any position for much longer. And my goodness, do we see a different player on offense. His handle is decent, and he CAN make passes. I like when he has the ball in transition. But "running some PnR?" I couldn't disagree with that more if I tried, and compared to him, I think Hardy is Chris Paul. Right now.
Still, thanks for responding. I wish more people got into this stuff around here, personally. I'll argue with you anytime.
I think we disagree on those two and that’s perfectly fine and normal. I appreciate your willingness to dive into this stuff on here. I respect your opinion whether you believe it or not.
In the past few months we’ve had a few moments but I hope you know I mean no disrespect, ever! I love that we have this forum to discuss these things. This is probably your type of thing more than it is mine because I’m terrible at putting my thoughts on paper but when I say you’re the loudest voice here, it’s a token of respect because you and others like you keep this place alive!