04-20-2022, 03:09 PM
(04-20-2022, 02:58 PM)DallasMaverick Wrote: ...not to mention the fact that it takes two or three years, minimum, to figure out if the draft pick can make the transition and contribute, often longer for big men or players that leave college early. Even high first-round picks rarely contribute significantly in their first year.That's what I meant by success is determined in hindsight.
So if Dallas keeps the pick, it would be a stellar home run to get a starter-level player that actually contributes during Luka's current contract.
And Josh Green? He's passed that initial testing period. He can, indeed, contribute. His ceiling remains a mystery, but his floor has been established as at least a marginal rotation player.
Wouldn't you rather keep him and trade away the pick?
I don't know about Josh. I like his athleticism. I like the way he moves. I like that he plays hard. I like that his personality meshes. I don't like him as a zero on offense. If it's a confidence thing, then drive and get fouled for FTs to calm your jitters and see your shot go in. If it's an ability thing...I dunno since he's had 2+ seasons to figure out his shot. Maybe it's time to let someone else try to get him playable.
Depends on whether Kidd thinks he can get Josh to another level with an offseason of work.