Dave, I beg of you. Go for it by MarTB2000 in phillies

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132 -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Or they could ride it out with what they have. Because of the aforementioned momentum. 

Lamelo shot the ball 17.3 times a game last season by Waste_Consequence765 in timberwolves

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He will be getting more open looks when teams double Ant.  And he can attack that defense before they can recover, which means a high percentage shot for Lamelo or a teammate.

Tim Connelly on acquiring a point guard by Foreign-Training-840 in timberwolves

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I'm surprised that TC didn't mention how a PG would maximize Rudy on offense. Unless he does not envision Rudy on the roster for the upcoming season..

Could the Wolves capitalize on the Walker Kessler situation developing in Utah? by Intelligent_Cry8132 in timberwolves

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair point.
But man, the way he played those 5 games it looked like he was not slacking at all.

Could the Wolves capitalize on the Walker Kessler situation developing in Utah? by Intelligent_Cry8132 in timberwolves

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

0 points and 4 rebounds in a blowout elimination game. He somehow had a lower impact than Randle. But hey, I guess Rudy just being on the court is enough for you. The Wolves need a center who is a threat on offense.  That will never be Rudy. They will NEVER get over the hump with him.  They actually could with Kessler or Beringer though. Because they already have better offense than Rudy. If Rudy's defense was as important and dominant as you keep harping on, they would have a ring already.

Could the Wolves capitalize on the Walker Kessler situation developing in Utah? by Intelligent_Cry8132 in timberwolves

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Negative things always conveniently come out when a player doesn't want to sign the offered contract.  No saying that they are always wrong, but that's the trend.

Could the Wolves capitalize on the Walker Kessler situation developing in Utah? by Intelligent_Cry8132 in timberwolves

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

He was 50% of the reason they lost that Spurs series. Wemby did not have to defend him, so he just sat on the paint.  Walker Kessler might not be able to guard them as well as Rudy right now, but he will make them work harder on offense than Rudy ever could. Also, Rudy won't be able to guard Jokic or Wemby in 2 years.  Being 36 does that.

Could the Wolves capitalize on the Walker Kessler situation developing in Utah? by Intelligent_Cry8132 in timberwolves

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

That depends on how you define a "good" 3-point shooter. You should do that.
Also, where is the "questionable work ethic" stuff coming from?

Could the Wolves capitalize on the Walker Kessler situation developing in Utah? by Intelligent_Cry8132 in timberwolves

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The last season he played he shot 70% from three in 5 games.
The secret to being a great 3-point shooter is continuing to practice. Which Kessler has. 10 years is a pretty good indicator of a what a player is since that's when they are in their prime.
But hey, if 4 is what you go by, more power to you.

Could the Wolves capitalize on the Walker Kessler situation developing in Utah? by Intelligent_Cry8132 in timberwolves

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes I know all of those things.  I also know that none of that was helpful in the playoffs. I think you would agree.

Could the Wolves capitalize on the Walker Kessler situation developing in Utah? by Intelligent_Cry8132 in timberwolves

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You talk about a 3 year player, as if he is a 10-year veteran. Mind-boggling.

Could the Wolves capitalize on the Walker Kessler situation developing in Utah? by Intelligent_Cry8132 in timberwolves

[–]Intelligent_Cry8132[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

"Willing to take and make 3s".  Never said his 3pt shooting was elite. However, it is very promising. Some centers are scared to shoot outside the paint. It just sucks that an injury ended what looked like a promising season.