Originally Posted by
SonOfNOLA
That’s true Frank is a below average passer and skillset is redundant. I’m looking moreso at NAW’s upside, the fact that Jrue Holiday is here long term playing both guard spots, and the all-around players we have in Moore and Hart. The more NAW improves and remains consistent as both a passer and scorer, he can’t stay off the court
In a crowded backcourt how does the Pels ensure the best production gets minutes? JJ Redick is not far away from retirement so NAW will presume Redick’s top bench guard role at the very least when his short contract is up. Josh Hart provides depth at SG and still young. E’Twaun Moore is one of the most versatile players in the league and isn’t a bad option for backup PG. Jrue Holiday can start at either SG or PG, which makes it easier for NAW to slide in at either guard position as well. Jrue may not be Rondo level in assists but he can still make plays at PG and fill the stat sheet up in assists. That’s why I feel like Lonzo hinders us at putting the best backcourt out there as possible. Jrue and NAW at any of the 1 & 2, with Hart and Moore backing them up, is better than Jrue and Lonzo as long as NAW continues to improve. NAW knows how to time passes, getting into passing lanes, and a solid on-ball defender, based on scouting reports I’ve read, so he has room to develop into a great defender
Maybe I’m overstating NAW’s upside but I just hope we don’t sit NAW a lot just because the trade and Lonzo dad compels the Pels to give Lonzo major minutes. Hopefully Lonzo and NAW split even in pt because NAW is already a playmaker and major contributor to the team