Ben's take on ROY

[Gameface]

He's an incredible talent but also a huge douche.

Can't wait until Donovan craps all over Philly in the 2020 NBA Finals.

Damn, Jazz gonna make three straight finals? Bold prediction.

 

[Rubashov]

Yes, dear.

Rubashov knows these words are the key to any happy relationship.

 

[FalseFlagg K]

Rubashov knows these words are the key to any happy relationship.

how long did it take you to learn that ?

 

[Saint Cy of JFC]

I think people who complain about Simmons talking trash are lame.

 

[FalseFlagg K]

I think people who complain about Simmons talking trash are lame.

nah he really is a ******

 

[Rubashov]

how long did it take you to learn that ?

Rubashov still struggles with this, sometimes he just likes the fight...

 

[FalseFlagg K]

Rubashov still struggles with this, sometimes he just likes the fight...

why do i believe Rubashov when he says this without any doubt....

 

[Rubashov]

why do i believe Rubashov when he says this without any doubt....

Rubashov knows they love it too...

 

[Revolution 9]

I think if you are going on who put up better numbers then I see the argument for Simmons.

I just question if he puts up these numbers in his actual first year. I think his numbers would be down across the board.

I guess if the rules state he is a rookie now then technically I understand why he wins it. This award means nothing anyway.
Its a popularity contest.

We got a player that is good enough to be called the rookie of year, is the best player from this draft class so far (which is the only
thing I care about, and freaking amazing), and people are calling a special player, star, etc.

 

[Saint Cy of JFC]

nah he really is a ******

So? I don't expect, or really want, pro athletes to be that modest.

Mitchell seems to be genuine in his personality, so I can't complain too much, but I'd personally prefer someone who **** talks more.

 

[Saint Cy of JFC]

I think if you are going on who put up better numbers then I see the argument for Simmons.

I just question if he puts up these numbers in his actual first year. I think his numbers would be down across the board.

I guess if the rules state he is a rookie now then technically I understand why he wins it. This award means nothing anyway.
Its a popularity contest.

We got a player that is good enough to be called the rookie of year, is the best player from this draft class so far (which is the only
thing I care about, and freaking amazing), and people are calling a special player, star, etc.

Having a redshirt year due to medical surgery isn't that helpful, just ask Dante Exum.

Hell most sports let you play in your first year and still be a rookie the next season if you didn't reach a threshold of appearances. Tony Bradley would still be ROTY eligible next year if he played the same comparative time in the mlb or NHL

 

[Et tu Brute]

Embiid is the best player on that team by a significant amount and still projects higher. The only reason to be concerned about Embiids future is injuries and that is the only way Simmons becomes a better player is if his career is derailed by injuries even more than it has.

Yeah disagree.
I wonder what happens when the Cavs put Lebron at the five. Can Embiid really cover him?
Philly will one day (soon?) see lineups where Simmons guarding the 5 might be their best option.

Simmons has the highest ceiling of any player in the league imo. He is a top 20 player without a jump shot. And there is strong reason to believe he is developing one. He has taken a number of midrange shots since the AS break with mixed success.

He literally can guard 1-5.

Simmons> Embiid.

In fact, offensively, Simmons without Embiid is perhaps better for the sixers as it forces him to take more ownership and they run teams out of the building. Embiid's role could easily be replaced by Fultz who is able to get his own shot. Defense is where they miss him most.

We will see.

But remember, I am totally biased. I'm hoping Ben leads us Aussies to a medal in the next Olympics