strictly opinion on who you think is the best option... doesn't necessarily have to be who you think is the best SF but who fits our starting lineup the best...
I want to pick Aminu but I wanna go with an interesting pick... Xavier Henry. A guy that can get to the line and when he's healthy I think has the highest basketball IQ at the wing out of anyone else. He's not a bad shooter, just can't get it going in games but I see it turning around
POLL: Who would YOU start at SF?
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10-26-2012, 12:15 PMAD23nEG10POLL: Who would YOU start at SF?
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10-26-2012, 12:17 PMLuke's Pelicans
You put Ryan Anderson but not Davis?
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10-26-2012, 12:18 PMAD23nEG10i didn't want to include guys who seem to be starting at another positionQuote:
Originally Posted by Luke's Hornets
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10-26-2012, 12:20 PMSpaniard
For me, I start the season with Aminu, but quickly get Darius Miller up to speed. Darius shows real promise, and we could use his outside shooting in the starting lineup to spread the floor while Gordon drives the lane. I think we'll find that Ryan Anderson and Jason Smith off the bench will give us a very strong second unit. By the end of the season, I hope to see:
PG- Austin Rivers/ Greivas Vasquez
SG- Eric Gordon/ Roger Mason
SF- Darius Miller/ Aminu
PF- Anthony Davis/ Ryan Anderson
C- Robin Lopez/ Jason Smith
That's three rookies in the starting lineup, but would really mean a lot for our future. Just one man's opinion. -
10-26-2012, 01:04 PMramsters60
We will see how it all plays out, but Miller has a chance to be one of the biggest steals in the last draft....
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10-26-2012, 01:31 PMCoughka
Darius has looked super sexy at the 3 so far, I voted him.
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10-26-2012, 01:40 PMRazorpens
Blasphemy!!! Whoever voted the ROOKIE Darius Miller to start should be stoned to death.:idoh:
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10-26-2012, 01:59 PMHornetnojersey
Rodney Carney got cut today. Would he be a good add or is he or just another Aminu?
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10-26-2012, 02:19 PMPelicans78What should happen to the person who votes Austin Rivers ROY? Castration?Quote:
Originally Posted by Razorpens
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10-26-2012, 02:29 PMMr. West
Who voted for X? Weird. Suprised Thomas hasn't got a vote also. Miller was my vote though, we need a consistant 3 pt. shooter in the lineup to help, well, everyone.
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10-26-2012, 02:36 PMDa_Beez_Neez
If Anderson comes off the bench I think its best if Aminu is in the game whenever Anderson is in the game to make up for his lack of offense and so we can have a 3 point shooter out there at all times
Soooo Miller seems like the most solid choice and he is probably the most ready to start and is familiar with Davis already. Miller, as previously mentioned can drain the 3 and play D & should fit in just just fine -
10-26-2012, 02:39 PMThe JNROpinions, man. We all got em.Quote:
Originally Posted by Razorpens
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10-26-2012, 02:54 PMAD23forMVP
I voted Chief.
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10-26-2012, 02:56 PMSnarly
Did you know that Darius Miller is 8-12 in 3 point attempts in preseason? He's also shooting 58% from the field. That's some serious efficiency. Miller isn't ready to start as his defense isn't where it needs to be. He's putting in the effort but has been foul prone. He's going to need to go through a transition period before he ready to battle for the starting position.
I'll tell you what though, Aminu better watch his back because Miller is has the skills to start for this team. -
10-26-2012, 03:24 PMkinglio21093
I'm going with Darius. He's earned it.
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10-26-2012, 03:33 PMiNolaNightmare
Xavier. And if he gives it up, Darius.
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10-26-2012, 03:41 PMMr. WestJust curious bro, but why? What has X done to deserve a roster spot at this time?Quote:
Originally Posted by iNolaNightmare
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10-26-2012, 04:26 PMPelsFan2313
Xavier can't even crack the rotation. Why on earth does anybody think he deserves to start?
I selected Aminu b/c he still has the higher ceiling and deserves one more shot to show some degree of improvement. Miller is, however, the "better fit" right now. Once Darius shores up his perimeter defense, Aminu better watch his back..... -
10-26-2012, 04:40 PMRyno_33 NOLA
Darius. The man has a pure stroke from three. If Anderson isn't starting, i think we need Miller to step in and provide an outside threat
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10-26-2012, 04:44 PMPurple Haze
I voted DM but I think Aminu will begin the season with the start. Miller will for SURE be rotated in pretty early though.
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10-26-2012, 04:46 PMohnosono
Aminu has shown me he can play solid defense in the NBA. Miller has shown me he can shoot the ball well in preseason. I wouldn't mind Miller starting but I'm pretty sure it's Aminu's job for now.
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10-26-2012, 04:59 PMHard'n'DaPaint
I will a chance to X or Aminu in the beginning of the season because they know the system and they play hard. X has more offensive skills than AFA so mais he can help our offense with Gordon at the 2. He should be able to shoot this year :) .
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10-26-2012, 04:59 PMbradael
I'd go with Aminu assuming that Gordon is also in the line-up. If Gordon is not playing, and we're having issues with our other guards scoring, then I would start Miller.
Miller can shoot, but I think Aminu is far better rebounder and defensive player right now. -
10-26-2012, 06:05 PMRazorpensLOL you a funny person ok. You made your point, you got me lol... funnyQuote:
Originally Posted by Hornets78
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10-26-2012, 06:42 PMnolaslim213
Aminu should start the season, but I think Miller takes over the spot during the middle of the season - or at least gets more minutes.
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10-26-2012, 06:43 PMMeSoHornets504
Honestly, I can't see an argument for anyone except Miller at this point.
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10-26-2012, 06:48 PMnolaslim2133 main reasons for me:Quote:
Originally Posted by MeSoHornets504
1) Rookie - You never want to throw rookies into the fire unless you have to. Davis is an exception, and Rivers will only start if Gordon is still injured.
2) Aminu knows the system better than Miller, and he is a better overall defender/rebounder. Sure, Miller can hit the open J, and I think that is why he will eventually take over, but he has to get the mental aspect down first.
3) Aminu has experience as a starter, so he knows what to expect from the elite SFs in this league. Miller still has to learn, and that relates to point #1. You don't want to shatter Miller's confidence at such a young age. Start him slow, and give him more minutes as the season progresses. -
10-26-2012, 07:10 PMRazorpensYou always agree with me lol. Miller is a ROOKIE, these people dont understandQuote:
Originally Posted by nolaslim213
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10-26-2012, 09:12 PMMichaelMcNamara
But he is older than Aminu and Henry, and quite simply, he is the superior player. Anthony Davis is a rookie, but he will start over Jason Smith because he is better. This ROOKIE argument holds no water for me. Gustavo Ayon was a rookie last year. I can go on and on
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10-26-2012, 09:49 PMnolaslim213Age has nothing to do with it. It's years in the league. This is Aminu's 3rd year in the league. It doesn't matter how old he is. What matters is that he has been going against NBA competition for 2 years, whereas Miller hasn't even sniffed an NBA SF yet.Quote:
Originally Posted by MichaelMcNamara
Anthony Davis was the #1 pick, so that is a horrible argument. Besides, there are always rookie exceptions. I don't think Miller is ready yet mentally, but if Monty thinks differently, then he'll start. To be honest, none of us know what the hell we are talking about because we don't watch them practice. This is 100% speculation, and the logic falls on my side. Miller should come off the bench until he learns the offense and gets accustomed to NBA talent. Once he does that, then he should take over for Aminu.
By the way, I hope that Miller starts, because I love his shot and what he brings to the table. I guess we'll see what happens Wed night... -
10-26-2012, 09:52 PMMr. Mojo
what makes you think that miller isn't mentally ready, just curious. Does aminu look more mentally ready?
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10-26-2012, 09:54 PMnolaslim213Gustavo Ayon was a 26 year old "rookie" that had been playing professional basketball for like 6 years before he came over to the NBA. That is a big difference from Miller, who only played college ball and is only 22 years old. That argument doesn't hold water IMO.Quote:
Originally Posted by MichaelMcNamara
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10-26-2012, 09:57 PMnolaslim213It's just the general fact of the NBA that most rookies need a little time to adjust to the league. It's way more complicated, and the players are far more athletic and skilled. There is an adjustment period that almost all rookies go through. Miller looks solid on the court, and I like what I'm seeing from him in terms of his shot and his man-man defense. We don't know how he is executing the team offense, we don't know how he is executing the team defense, etc... There are things that we couldn't possibly know about his development that only Monty could know, so this is all speculation.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mr. Mojo
Like I said above, I hope he starts. Love his shot, love his defensive intensity. Hopefully, he is handling the transition well, but we wouldn't be able to know that. -
10-26-2012, 10:00 PMMr. Mojo
very true thanks. I am just really looking forward to some consistency from the position, as im sure we all are. The spot is there for the taking for whomever can provide that.
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10-26-2012, 10:11 PMnolaslim213No problem.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mr. Mojo
What makes this interesting is that Aminu had a double-double tonight with something like 13 points and 10 rebounds (7-8 FTs). If he can stop shooting those stupid 20-foot fade away jumpers, he would be something like 3-5 from the field, which would be great. He needs to learn that he isn't a shooter, so he just needs to stick to driving to the basket, rebounding, and playing defense. He looked good tonight, though - with the exception of his mental lapse where he let Miller his like 4 open 3s. -
10-26-2012, 10:12 PMMichaelMcNamara
Tell me you want Aminu to start over Miller because he is better at X or because he compliments Y player better. Don't tell me he should start over Miller because Miller is a rookie. That's all I'm saying.
Fact is that whoever starts will be one of the bottom five starting SF's in the league, so we are nitpicking. I just don't believe Aminu would be in the conversation if he was the same exact player but was drafted 48th- even if he did have two years of NBA experience. -
10-26-2012, 10:15 PMnolaslim213I get what you are saying man, and I agree with you to some extent. Miller is a fantastic shooter, and I want him on the floor to open things up for Davis, Rivers, and Gordon to do their thing. I just don't think he is ready because he has no experience. It is not common at all for mid-2nd round picks to start. That's all I'm saying. If he ends up starting, I would be totally fine with it. I just don't expect it to happen.Quote:
Originally Posted by MichaelMcNamara
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10-26-2012, 10:21 PMMr. MojoThis is a fact; however, you have to think the reason for that is that they were always competing for the spot with a more talented starter - its at the very least debatable that this is not the case with darius and chief.Quote:
It is not common at all for mid-2nd round picks to start
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10-27-2012, 09:57 AMneworleanshoo
Aminu - but Darius is the first sub to come in, and could easily take over by year's end. Think both will be good players for us.
PG- Vasquez/ Rivers
SG- Gordon/ Mason
SF- Aminu/ Miller
PF- Davis/ Anderson
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10-27-2012, 10:02 AMbradael
A lot of votes for Aminu since last night's game. He trailed Miller by quite a few votes, now he's ahead 32-26.
Aminu played well last night, but I think his offense is directly affected by how well the guards are playing. This is why I think he's the best starter at SF when Gordon is in the line-up. His defense and rebounding is much better than Miller while his offense isn't too far behind if the guards can get him the ball in the right spot due to his athleticism. -
10-27-2012, 10:04 AMAD23nEG10yeah seems like he earned the starting role after last night but i guess we won't know until wednesdayQuote:
Originally Posted by bradael
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10-27-2012, 10:11 AMPelicans78
Teams will lay off of Aminu in the regular season daring him to shoot. Also, his ball-handling isn't much better, especially in the half court. He will have to score on dunks and layups and it will help having Gordon out there. He should start now, but apparently his offense will become a liability. Miller will have to be able defend if he wants to start because Aminu is a great talent defensively. Also, with Anderson living on the perimeter, Aminu's rebounding will be important.
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10-27-2012, 10:11 AMMr. West
Its all about what ave you done for me lately. AFA got us a double double lately, so he gets the votes.
If Aminu can do something similar to that consistantly though, he deserves that starting spot. -
10-27-2012, 01:11 PMluckymanStay agressive, get fouled, rebound, and play defense is all we need from him. He should get at least 4 alley-oop attempts every single game.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mr. West
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10-27-2012, 02:03 PMPurple Haze
I think it should be a combo of Aminu and Miller, doesn't really matter. Both have shown their good hands this preseason.