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Howard definitely seems better than Niang. Jazz probably won't cut Niang because of his chemistry fit, but I don't see much potential for Niang.
I get the initial appeal, but the dude brings 0 intangibles and can’t guard anybody. When his shot isn’t falling, he’s less than useless.

I honestly forget he’s even on the team. I can’t help but wonder what the Jazz could’ve gotten on the market if they didn’t sign NWG with cap and traded both Bradley and Niang into someone’s space. Which would’ve yielded about $4 million in space.
 
This. I really don't know how we got this guy for what we are paying (besides he wants a chip).

Because he does that one night then doesn’t do it for another 10 games or so. Still a good signing.
 
Because he does that one night then doesn’t do it for another 10 games or so. Still a good signing.
Seems like a guy we can reliably get ten or so points a night from. He won't be asked to do too much so I think there's reason to believe he'll get them efficiently.
 
I honestly want to see what a line-up would look like with Conley, Mitchell, Ingles, Gobert and... Brantley.

Brantley defends. He rebounds. He uses his wide body to drive. And he can pass. He's different from a lot of other bigs in that he can handle, change directions and use some subtle timing. I think he could still get a little leaner and get above the rim more, but he's got a nice all-around game. He plays with some swagger.

If he can knock down some shots, I might like him more than Niang, tbh.
 
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Went for 18 pt and 10 reb. I'll leave a limited amount of seats on the wagon for some of you.

Defenders have to keep a body on him, or he'll walk up right next to the rim and plant himself there. What he showed tonight is how well he can catch the ball on the move and finish with one motion. And yeah, he's a load to keep off the boards, a bit like Kanter. As long as he doesn't get cooked on defense, he's playable.
 
Am I the only one impressed by Eric Griffin? If you ask me, I think the Jazz should sign him. I was surprised he didn't make the team two years ago. Does anyone know why the Jazz passed on him?
 
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