I hope Exum has a breakout year, but I don't think its going to happen. I really like the kid and I want him to be great. He just seemed so timid his rookie year. He was reluctant to do anything other than passing the ball off along the perimeter and taking open catch and shoot threes. He rarely tried taking anyone off the dribble, even when they closed out hard on him at the three point line. He just wasn't much of a playmaker. With that being said, he wasn't turnover prone and played under control and with patience. He had a couple give and go plays and a few lobs that impressed. For those who think he is going to be great/elite - what parts of his game improve? Is he a three and D point guard? Is he Shaun Livingston without the minutes restriction?
On the other side of the ball, I think most were impressed with his defensive ability. His defensive presence was contrasted against Burke's and the difference was night and day. Players had a hard time getting past him and he was great at challenging shots off the dribble. He is already an above average defensive point guard. Does he become an even better defender?
