Their stats were similar
Ross 16.4 ppg 6.4 reb 1.4 asts 1.3 stls .9 blks
Lamb 17.7 ppg 4.9 reb 1.7 asts 1.2 stls .6 blks
Hmmmmmm.
lamb played 6 more minutes a game than ross did, hence let's look at it per 40
ross 21.1 ppg 8.3 reb 1.8 asts 1.6 stls 1.2 blks
lamb 19.1 ppg 5.2 reb 1.8 asts 1.3 stls .07 blks
Advantage Ross
Obviously, it appears like I am trying to justify my preference for Ross. I am.
Teams may prefer lamb because of his abilities to create shots; but Monty doesn't currently have the two qualities he wants in any of our wings (either the 2 or the 3).....
1. The being length/athleticism/attitude needed to being a suffocating defender who can play team defense
2 a guy that can put it in the hole
Aminu and Ariza aren't the ideal shooters, and Ariza makes mullah
xavier Henry isn't a solid shooter either.
Belli can put it in the hole and play team defense, but can't hold his own individually'
Gordon can do it all, but 1 he is better WITH the ball. he plays good D but his size/length prohibits him from guarding many premier players efficiently, AND his energy is most needed to carry the offense
I think Ross would be ideal in a rotation at the 2 and 3.
Plus, lamb has all the tools to be a great defender. But he isn't nearly as good of one now.
On Ross
"being a real terror both on and off the ball. Ross' size and athleticism allow him to be a superb defender in isolation, and he's combined those tools with the aggressiveness needed this season. He plays right up into his man and moves his feet well to stay in front, but his excellent recovery speed allows him to frequently extend himself and still get back in time, making him a very disruptive force.
Ross shows similar ability defending his man off the ball, sticking with him all over the floor through screens and taking full advantage of his physical tools. He's a good team defender and really puts in the work on this end of the floor overall, something that coaches will surely find attractive when they start evaluating prospects
From DraftExpress.com http://www.draftexpress.com#ixzz1x0qnnxft
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