Philc1 wrote:

KnickDanger wrote:

Nalod wrote:Frank 2.0.
Similar fan sentiment.

Different draft slots, for what it's worth. Guys who play defense will always be a favorite of mine. But to continue with the comparison, what are the similarities and differences? Inconsistent offensively - at best - sucky may be more accurate. Is there an X factor - confidence, BB IQ, coaching, chemistry? One thing we can say is the jury is still out on Deuce. Although Frank is still only 24! For a few more weeks anyway....

I guess wanting guys who actually play effective perimeter D is a bad thing

Call this the baby Wroten thread.
A lot of pages about a player whose level is at par with most upper tier G league, bottom 4 of NBA roster players. Nice kid but to think he is more then a third string PG is silly.

Caseloads wrote:

HofstraBBall wrote:

Philc1 wrote:

KnickDanger wrote:

Nalod wrote:Frank 2.0.
Similar fan sentiment.

Different draft slots, for what it's worth. Guys who play defense will always be a favorite of mine. But to continue with the comparison, what are the similarities and differences? Inconsistent offensively - at best - sucky may be more accurate. Is there an X factor - confidence, BB IQ, coaching, chemistry? One thing we can say is the jury is still out on Deuce. Although Frank is still only 24! For a few more weeks anyway....

I guess wanting guys who actually play effective perimeter D is a bad thing

Call this the baby Wroten thread.
A lot of pages about a player whose level is at par with most upper tier G league, bottom 4 of NBA roster players. Nice kid but to think he is more then a third string PG is silly.

McBride is a third string pg due to his size. If he were 6-3 or 6-4 he would be a starter

He does have a 6’8.75 wingspan. His shot is currently inconsistent and he is locked behind bigger better PGs. But he could turn around with an injury and get starter minutes in a heartbeat.

BigDaddyG wrote:Blkexec can finally rest easy.

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fishmike wrote:

Caseloads wrote:

HofstraBBall wrote:

Philc1 wrote:

KnickDanger wrote:

Nalod wrote:Frank 2.0.
Similar fan sentiment.

Different draft slots, for what it's worth. Guys who play defense will always be a favorite of mine. But to continue with the comparison, what are the similarities and differences? Inconsistent offensively - at best - sucky may be more accurate. Is there an X factor - confidence, BB IQ, coaching, chemistry? One thing we can say is the jury is still out on Deuce. Although Frank is still only 24! For a few more weeks anyway....

I guess wanting guys who actually play effective perimeter D is a bad thing

Call this the baby Wroten thread.
A lot of pages about a player whose level is at par with most upper tier G league, bottom 4 of NBA roster players. Nice kid but to think he is more then a third string PG is silly.

McBride is a third string pg due to his size. If he were 6-3 or 6-4 he would be a starter

adding 1 inch makes him a starter? Not unless you do something about the FG% which sits at a career .337

The problem plain and simple with McBride is if he doesnt start attacking the rim he's out of the league. He's not a shooter so the 3&D is out. He's not breaking the defense. He's not creating. He plays really hard and is good on defense. That and his athleticism will get you a cup of coffee in the NBA, but if he cant knock down shots or get to the rim he's out of the league

He's also got IQ in front of him who's blossoming in every role, PG, SG and team defense.

This is spot on. Deuce literally has to do 1 thing in his life to go from earning $2M on a year to year contract to $7M+ for 3 years: Shoot 3points. Like he should be hoisting up a million a day.

blkexec wrote:Deuce is a mid range shooter. That’s been on his scouting report in college and he proved in the gleague his jumper is fine.

https://twitter.com/mavsdraft/status/1391526148312608769?s=46&t=a17jjiSEtZ_GJr5P9TTVWQ

With deuce shooting at the nba level, it will take time and patience. We all know he can shoot and he’s proved that already. He’s exactly what the scouts said he was in college. The difference is he’s a full time starter and the lead guard in college and gleague. He just needs to learn how to impact the team offensively in limited mins. Just like RJ needs to be the main guy to see his offense shine, deuce is the same way. But a smart GM understands his defense is top notch and being patient on his offense while his defense continues to be even more elite as he age.

Longterm he’s a keeper. The question is can we afford to retain him? At some point he will look for a new contract while other teams are willing to pry him away, due to his 2 way skill set and high ceiling as a combo guard off the bench.

He’s a poor man josh hart at the guard position.

Panos wrote:Deuce is quietly getting more comfortable shooting his treys. Over last 5 games he's 3 of 7. Let's hope the trend continues.

This was to be expected. I saw a Frank N comparison in here. Frank never averaged more than 5 points internationally before we drafted him. He was a classic "project" and a known nonshooter. Deuce led a very good college program and shot very well from 3 and the foul line. He's never played 20 minutes in 4 consecutive NBA games and was never asked to play off-ball before entering the league. I don't think Deuce will ever be able to create the type of rim pressure needed from an NBA facilitator getting big minutes and I question if he can make some passes due to size etc. On the other hand, I don't think there is any reason to believe he wouldn't be 35% or better from 3 with minutes and a consistent role. It's unfortunately, that he is getting the squeeze here. I think he is ready to contribute as 20 min a 20-minute-a-night guy.

EwingPSD wrote:

Panos wrote:Deuce is quietly getting more comfortable shooting his treys. Over last 5 games he's 3 of 7. Let's hope the trend continues.

This was to be expected. I saw a Frank N comparison in here. Frank never averaged more than 5 points internationally before we drafted him. He was a classic "project" and a known nonshooter. Deuce led a very good college program and shot very well from 3 and the foul line. He's never played 20 minutes in 4 consecutive NBA games and was never asked to play off-ball before entering the league. I don't think Deuce will ever be able to create the type of rim pressure needed from an NBA facilitator getting big minutes and I question if he can make some passes due to size etc. On the other hand, I don't think there is any reason to believe he wouldn't be 35% or better from 3 with minutes and a consistent role. It's unfortunately, that he is getting the squeeze here. I think he is ready to contribute as 20 min a 20-minute-a-night guy.

We all like Deuce. The obvious question is where those 20 minutes would come from. Injuries are the only probable scenario for now. Or a trade involving IQ perhaps. Or one involving Deuce.

KnickDanger wrote:

EwingPSD wrote:

Panos wrote:Deuce is quietly getting more comfortable shooting his treys. Over last 5 games he's 3 of 7. Let's hope the trend continues.

This was to be expected. I saw a Frank N comparison in here. Frank never averaged more than 5 points internationally before we drafted him. He was a classic "project" and a known nonshooter. Deuce led a very good college program and shot very well from 3 and the foul line. He's never played 20 minutes in 4 consecutive NBA games and was never asked to play off-ball before entering the league. I don't think Deuce will ever be able to create the type of rim pressure needed from an NBA facilitator getting big minutes and I question if he can make some passes due to size etc. On the other hand, I don't think there is any reason to believe he wouldn't be 35% or better from 3 with minutes and a consistent role. It's unfortunately, that he is getting the squeeze here. I think he is ready to contribute as 20 min a 20-minute-a-night guy.

We all like Deuce. The obvious question is where those 20 minutes would come from. Injuries are the only probable scenario for now. Or a trade involving IQ perhaps. Or one involving Deuce.

I wasn't saying he would or should get them just that he is ready for them imo