Posted by BRIGGS:
Hopefully someone will point out to Gallo there is a game within 30 feet from the basket. It's great that he can shoot with such accuracy from 3 point land--especially at his size. But the concerns I have with this player don't involve 3 point shooting and I don't think Mike D should encourage him to sit 30 feet from the basket on every offensive set.
He also doesnt need to use the awkward dribble. Use that frame to post up SF's down low--thats what I would tell him to do. He has nice touch and length--he should bring his man into the post for a better % shot and it also gives him better rebounding position if the ball is moved and also better ability to kick it around. When you are sitting 30 feet from the basket standing waiting for an open 3--yes he is going to hit some but that s not good all-around basketball. Thats a niche specialist. Id like to see more from him--he can do it.
I wholly agree that Gallo needs to do more than spot up for 3s. I agree with Cosmic that it is probably part design and part the fact they don't want him reinjuring his back. Once his back is healed, they really need to work on him posting up and improving his dribble like you say. The kid can have a great all-around game if properly developed. The back injury though is key. The kid will not progress much if he has to deal with a bad back every year.
