Originally Posted by
MichaelMcNamara
When I look at all the ways Hayes can play out, I see far more scenarios where he is a disappointment than he is a long time starter/core piece.
If I were Griff, my top priority would be to get a very smart veteran half court playmaker in that second unit this year or next. A guy who could teach Hayes how to set good angles with his screens and roll with proper timing. Get him easy lobs 2-3 times a game and also coach him on how a guard/big should play the pick and roll.
Tyson Chandler had one foot out the league when we got him and CP3 gave him a world of confidence and knowledge and it changed his career. He doesnt really fit with Lonzo, but a guy like Rubio comes to mind as someone who could do that for Hayes. Honestly, Rondo could too.
Hayes will be as good as the guards and playmakers on this team are, offensively. And defensively, it will come down to our lead assistant (hoping for Charles Lee, personally) and other smart vets to teach him - both vet guards and vet bigs