Now we will get to see if Larkin can learn and grow on the job. I would assume that Shump will get more minutes as well. Prigs we already know can handle the position.

nixluva wrote:This is the definitive statement on Jose. He had an MRI and it did confirm the Strain. I think it's real important that he shut it down and really get it healed.

Now we will get to see if Larkin can learn and grow on the job. I would assume that Shump will get more minutes as well. Prigs we already know can handle the position.

Wow this is going to put the caper on the season quick.

The worst thing about losing Calderon other than his superior midrange game is that guys like Shumpert and Melo won't get the ball in the right spot. Larkin is still wet behind the ears although I like what Ive seen in his development so far as a backup change of pace

As for BARGS? Who is this you speak of?

gunsnewing wrote:The more things change the more they stay the same.

The worst thing about losing Calderon other than his superior midrange game is that guys like Shumpert and Melo won't get the ball in the right spot. Larkin is still wet behind the ears although I like what Ive seen in his development so far as a backup change of pace

They have to STICK to the defensive scheme and the offense. We saw them totally lose the defensive and offensive structure and that has to stop. We need someone on the floor who can gather the guys and get them refocused. That was what Jose was going to do, but we needed more than him anyway. So this is an opportunity for another leader to emerge. We'll see if someone can step into that void.

nixluva wrote:Well this is about the guys we have and not more fantasy stuff right now. Larkin is going to play and it's important that he make the most of this opportunity. Fish can really focus his attention on teaching Larkin and that should accelerate his growth a bit. I also think it would help Shump to spend time handling the ball more. It's not so much about PURE PG skills. This offense isn't even driven so much by the PG. It's about everyone understanding how the system works and trusting it and each other.

They have to STICK to the defensive scheme and the offense. We saw them totally lose the defensive and offensive structure and that has to stop. We need someone on the floor who can gather the guys and get them refocused. That was what Jose was going to do, but we needed more than him anyway. So this is an opportunity for another leader to emerge. We'll see if someone can step into that void.

I think we lose every game we play unless we catch someone back to back.

BRIGGS wrote:

WaltLongmire wrote:

BRIGGS wrote:

nixluva wrote:This is the definitive statement on Jose. He had an MRI and it did confirm the Strain. I think it's real important that he shut it down and really get it healed.

Now we will get to see if Larkin can learn and grow on the job. I would assume that Shump will get more minutes as well. Prigs we already know can handle the position.

Wow this is going to put the caper on the season quick.

Yup... not exactly the way a new regime wants to start the season.

The only consolation is that this provides Larkin with a good chance to show what he can do.

No idea whether Larkin can be a solid rotational player, but I hope they don't give Shumpert time at PG.

Let Larkin play 30+ MPG and let him understand that he is not going to be pulled each time he makes a mistake.

Hell- maybe Fisher can suit up.

Id offer Milwaukee a trade for Nate Wolters and sign Will Bynum. Larkin is a third string PG and we have two of those. Bynuym can start and Wolters would be a solid back up who could advance to starter by next year. Problem is we just gave away 2 2's and I think were spent there.

gunsnewing wrote:You are right about that. It's about everyone understanding how the system works. Calderon was going to help speed up the process

The reason this is so hard is because we're basically teaching each player how to think and play the game for real for the 1st time. Most players only focus on certain skills or their athletic ability. Pretty much individual ability and not how to think as a team. In this system it's about understanding WHY you want to make a certain pass and then cut and setting up defenders. It's learning how to see a play ahead instead of just doing what JR does which is make it up as he goes along. Fish has to teach these guys how to really play BB and not just a form of street ball as some have been doing for so long.

This system is hard cuz it's not about plays! It's about reading what the defense is doing and reacting but more importantly it's about understanding HOW to setup the defender and create openings. This isn't just about this season but the future as well. For this to have the intended effect you have to stay focused and not give up early because it's not working yet.

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earthmansurfer wrote:Walters would be great in the triangle, but I wonder if he is available. And to be honest, who would they want? What do we have? Our rookies maybe?

On a positive note, here comes that lotto pick...

I like Walters also. He is out of the rotation in Milwaukee and I believe he was taken after Larkin in the same draft. I wonder if they would consider a swap.

I wouldnt trade Wolters for Larkin if I was the Bucks. It is possible they mightve taken Giannnis brother's rights with a couple of 2's plus some cash. But right now they have 0 incentive to deal him.

We are working with small assets unless we do ending contract trades.

CrushAlot wrote:

BRIGGS wrote:

CrushAlot wrote:

earthmansurfer wrote:Walters would be great in the triangle, but I wonder if he is available. And to be honest, who would they want? What do we have? Our rookies maybe?

On a positive note, here comes that lotto pick...

I like Walters also. He is out of the rotation in Milwaukee and I believe he was taken after Larkin in the same draft. I wonder if they would consider a swap.

I wouldnt trade Wolters for Larkin if I was the Bucks. It is possible they mightve taken Giannnis brother's rights with a couple of 2's plus some cash. But right now they have 0 incentive to deal him.

We are working with small assets unless we do ending contract trades.

I don't think Nate Wolters is a savior by any means. Bucks don't have them in their rotation and are looking at Greek Freak getting minutes at the point as well. If they are trying to move him hopefully Phil explores that. Also, I disagree with you on Phil losing the Tyson trade. Tyson was gone after this season and was awful last year. I think Dalembert fills Tyson's shoes and getting Calderon, Larkin and picks while losing felton was a win in my opinion. The team is much better with Calderon. Sucks he has an injury but it is an 82 game season. Once he is right I think his value will be apparent.