08-07-2025, 05:01 PM
PGs have the key to the offense. When teams have that identifiable PG, the other teams try and shut that guy down. Multiple ball handlers help with that. Back in the day, with Nellie coaching Nash, Nellie tried to get that secondary ball handler. Even tried Antoine Walker, which didn't work. Stockton would be another to add to your list. They're fun to watch, and it is a specific talent that teams usually try to keep.
Remember with the early Mavs, first year, they had trouble running Motta's offense. Struggled to get the ball past half court to get into the offense until they signed Brad Davis from the Northern Knights out of Anchorage. Davis was more of a hustle guy, but could at least handle the ball. That team blossomed when they drafted Derek Harper. Someone to get the ball to the scorers. Good times.
Remember with the early Mavs, first year, they had trouble running Motta's offense. Struggled to get the ball past half court to get into the offense until they signed Brad Davis from the Northern Knights out of Anchorage. Davis was more of a hustle guy, but could at least handle the ball. That team blossomed when they drafted Derek Harper. Someone to get the ball to the scorers. Good times.
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