06-20-2026, 02:44 PM
When I watched DSJ that first year before Luka, two things stood out: a) His inconsistent jump shot and b) His stamina was surprisingly poor for someone who appeared quite chiseled. On point (b) I've had my issues with Luka, but one thing I'll defend him on always is that even the fat version of Luka got stronger as the game went on even when multiple super fit defensive specialists who were trying their best to stop him would wear down. Some people naturally have great stamina. I would have noticed DSJ's flaws immediately if I were a scout.
I don't have any NBA pedgree, but from what I've seen over decades, guards who can shoot have a very high chance of sticking around in the league. If you're a poor shooter, the road is much tougher to stick around, and you better have multiple other things in terms of size or athleticism or defense to make a mark.
That's why I came around on both Flemings and Burries despite not being that thrilled with them at the start. That's why I soured on Ament after being high on him previously. That's why Brown also scares me because he could be another MCW.
I don't have any NBA pedgree, but from what I've seen over decades, guards who can shoot have a very high chance of sticking around in the league. If you're a poor shooter, the road is much tougher to stick around, and you better have multiple other things in terms of size or athleticism or defense to make a mark.
That's why I came around on both Flemings and Burries despite not being that thrilled with them at the start. That's why I soured on Ament after being high on him previously. That's why Brown also scares me because he could be another MCW.
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