What's the profile of the prospect that goes undrafted but emerges as a NBA starter?

[LogGrad98]

There are defensive fundamentals to learn. Some players can overcome that lack of knowledge with athleticism, but most every player will benefit from learning and mastering the fundamentals. It has to become second nature. And even moderate athletes can become good if not excellent defenders.

 

[fishonjazz]

I guess effort and physicality is the great equalizer when it comes to defense. If you put in crazy effort and play physically, chances are you will do fine. The fact that his matchup is a finesse player like Curry rather than power player also amplifies his good attributes in defense. I wonder how would he do in a series against Westbrook for example?

I bet westbrook would destroy him

 

[Getting Traded]

I bet westbrook would destroy him

Agree. Curry is slight and anything but strong, which has always been the knock on him. Delly is not particularly strong physically but strong mentally and tenacious. Westbrook is a powerful guy as is CP3 to some extent, so they probably would not be as affected, especially Westbrook. I think Curry will come back this next game though -- if he doesn't, it will expose him as mentally weak.

 

[Coach Ellis]

Agree. Curry is slight and anything but strong, which has always been the knock on him. Delly is not particularly strong physically but strong mentally and tenacious. Westbrook is a powerful guy as is CP3 to some extent, so they probably would not be as affected, especially Westbrook. I think Curry will come back this next game though -- if he doesn't, it will expose him as mentally weak.

It will also give teams the blueprint on how to slow down the Warriors next year. Get physical with Curry. Stick a guy on him full time to just guard him (no other responsibilities) and force the rest of the team to beat you.

 

[Jazz Spazz]

How can a poster be so ****ing terrible?

It starts with a desire. Then the poster, puts in the hard work that is always necessary.
As soon as the poster is able to completely immerse his/herself in the past they are nearing the end of this journey.
The finishing touch is the ability to complain about anything and everything on both sides of an argument.