Who Will Make the Cut?

[Saint Cy of JFC]

Howard was waived... Kidd won.

Still confused as to why he got so few votes when the only signs pointed to him.

 

[NAOS]

Still confused as to why he got so few votes when the only signs pointed to him.

I predicted Kidd several days ago. I hate responding to every thread about this, so...

 

[Handlogten's Heros]

Still confused as to why he got so few votes when the only signs pointed to him.

I think the other guys are more exciting to most posters. Kidd does some cool stuff athletically but is basically a solid defender who might be able to shoot well enough to justify some plug and play minutes if we have injuries. IDK... we are mostly dummies

 

[Saint Cy of JFC]

I think the other guys are more exciting to most posters. Kidd does some cool stuff athletically but is basically a solid defender who might be able to shoot well enough to justify some plug and play minutes if we have injuries. IDK... we are mostly dummies

IDK, Kidd is bigger, more athletic, and his shot looks better than Royce's at the time they both signed.

He doesnt have Royce's instinctive IQ on offense, but he's better at attacking the rim to score.

 

[Zombie]

Shocked at how many people voted Brantley

It's simple. I see Brantley, I vote.

I didn't even read the question tbh.

 

[Handlogten's Heros]

IDK, Kidd is bigger, more athletic, and his shot looks better than Royce's at the time they both signed.

He doesnt have Royce's instinctive IQ on offense, but he's better at attacking the rim to score.

Disagree on the shooting part. Not on how it looks... more on the results. The passing was a big reason I liked Royce when he came over.

But my point stands... both guys got mostly yawns when we signed them... in part because they are/were 3 and D projects.

Howard was interesting because of the shooting and he had some unique moves... on defense he sucked but did get some deflections/steals that showed some promise. He's also French so there is some natural intrigue.

I like Kidd... fine with the choice. Hope he figures it out and sticks. My big concern is he has some really bad misses and his percentages don't seem to indicate he is a shooter. I have no issues with his form.

 

[Handlogten's Heros]

It's simple. I see Brantley, I vote.

I didn't even read the question tbh.

he should not have been on the poll... he was always headed to the G league. If you bring him up you can convert his contract and waive someone later.

 

[Saint Cy of JFC]

Disagree on the shooting part. Not on how it looks... more on the results. The passing was a big reason I liked Royce when he came over.

But my point stands... both guys got mostly yawns when we signed them... in part because they are/were 3 and D projects.

Howard was interesting because of the shooting and he had some unique moves... on defense he sucked but did get some deflections/steals that showed some promise. He's also French so there is some natural intrigue.

I like Kidd... fine with the choice. Hope he figures it out and sticks. My big concern is he has some really bad misses and his percentages don't seem to indicate he is a shooter. I have no issues with his form.

His percentages were better than Royce's in Europe.

Through 4 seasons in Europe Kidd shot:
35% on 71 attempts
41% on 86 attempts
39% on 112 attempts
31% on 160 attempts

Royce through 2 seasons in Europe:
32% on 158 attempts
35% on 112 attempts

Kidd shot 33% on 64 Summer League 3's

Royce shot 24% on 68 Summer League 3's

 

[Thee Jazz Fan]

Shocked at how many people voted Brantley

I’m voting with my heart here. If he goes to the DLeague it could be years if he ever gets that contract. As Mitch as the DLeague helps make careers, but it ruins them for guys like Brantley being on the main roster all be it the 15th man expedites things for him. He’s too talented not to be on the roster. Anyone that thinks Kidd has a brighter future or anywhere near Brantley’s potential are fooling themselves. IMO Brantley has All-Star potential, I’m not saying he will be, or that I’m expecting it, all I’m saying is he has much more potential to be a contributing member of the jazz this year and beyond.

That’s why I voted Brantley.

 

[Handlogten's Heros]

His percentages were better than Royce's in Europe.

Through 4 seasons in Europe Kidd shot:
35% on 71 attempts
41% on 86 attempts
39% on 112 attempts
31% on 160 attempts

Royce through 2 seasons in Europe:
32% on 158 attempts
35% on 112 attempts

Kidd shot 33% on 64 Summer League 3's

Royce shot 24% on 68 Summer League 3's

I looked on basketball reference and they have different numbers... hey I hope you are right, but I'm not ready to think he's the next Royce.

 

[Thee Jazz Fan]

For whatever reason the jazz don’t seem to go for the high potential guys, rather the safe options. It’s burned the jazz in the past.

 

[Jack Strop]

Kidd's contract doesn't allow him to play for the Stars. Howard's does. Kidd also got $250K guaranteed, IINM. Also, I believe Howard got $50K which escalates to $250K if he makes the roster.

Jazz probably want Brantley to play big minutes every game. He won't make the roster.