QuinSnydersHair
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4-1
82.8 points allowed per game.
82.8 points allowed per game.
4-1
82.8 points allowed per game.
Well, to be fair, OKC has a similar record WITH Kanter. Jazz starters are struggling to score without Enes. Hayward has been reverting to last season's form because he's again trying to do too much and force the action. And that's understandable when he he has Gobert, Dante and Ingles in the game. That leaves just Hayward and Favors as real offensive threats. Jazz are easy to defend. But they often make up for it defensively.
I actually think replacing Ingles with Burks does hurt our defense while also hindering the ball movement of our team. I hope I am dead wrong on that and Burks becomes a player that fits our system. But I was not impressed by his use in this offense and his defense was sub-par and worse that Ingles'.It was a good trade that worked out well for all sides. I can't wait to see how well we do with Burks, a capable offensive player, and the possible FA signing. Replacing Burks with Ingles doesn't really affect our defense that much, but it will significantly improve our offensive numbers.
I actually think replacing Ingles with Burks does hurt our defense while also hindering the ball movement of our team. I hope I am dead wrong on that and Burks becomes a player that fits our system. But I was not impressed by his use in this offense and his defense was sub-par and worse that Ingles'.
I think Ingles is the most underrated player on this team. His defense annoys the opponent. While he's not super athletic or fast the other team gets pissed off at Ingles because of the way he plays defense. You can't say that about Burks. Hell Burks is invisible on defense most of the time and is definitely weak on that end of the floor.I think the claim that Burks can't play within the offense is unfounded. Not only has he improved a lot in that regard, he has shown to be a very good passer. That is specially the case on his penetration, which demands a lot of attention from the other team. Added to the fact that he's a better outside shooter than Ingles, there is simply no doubt that he would be a significant upgrade at the 2. I mean come on. We're talking about Ingles.
Snyder experimented a bit with Hayward and Burks at the beginning of the season. Gordon often came out early while Burks stayed in, then vice versa. Gordon playing the entire first with Alec being the first out worked much better. We'll see if that strategy is still employed. Part of it is I think Snyder wanted Alec in the game to help Trey with ballhandling. Now that's changed because Exum is starting.I think Ingles is the most underrated player on this team. His defense annoys the opponent. While he's not super athletic or fast the other team gets pissed off at Ingles because of the way he plays defense. You can't say that about Burks. Hell Burks is invisible on defense most of the time and is definitely weak on that end of the floor.
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Further more while Burks looked to be improving and his outside shot is better than Ingles, Ingles straight makes passes and gets assists that Burks doesn't. He moves the ball better and he attacks the paint to make those passes just like Burks. The difference with Ingles he is a willing and natural passer and Burks is neither. Now Burks is better offensively, I'm not saying he's not. I'm just not sure he's all that much better overall. I also think Burks would be much better leading the 2nd unit instead of Trey.
Since the trade Hayward is shooting 35%/20% - and he's taking more shots to score less points. And his turnovers have almost doubled. Not exactly a shock when you trade the second most talented offensive player on the team for zero immediate return.
Interestingly, Favors FGA per game hasn't moved an inch since the trade - still at 12 per.
I think Ingles is the most underrated player on this team. His defense annoys the opponent. While he's not super athletic or fast the other team gets pissed off at Ingles because of the way he plays defense. You can't say that about Burks. Hell Burks is invisible on defense most of the time and is definitely weak on that end of the floor.
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Further more while Burks looked to be improving and his outside shot is better than Ingles, Ingles straight makes passes and gets assists that Burks doesn't. He moves the ball better and he attacks the paint to make those passes just like Burks. The difference with Ingles he is a willing and natural passer and Burks is neither. Now Burks is better offensively, I'm not saying he's not. I'm just not sure he's all that much better overall. I also think Burks would be much better leading the 2nd unit instead of Trey.
I think Ingles is the most underrated player on this team. His defense annoys the opponent. While he's not super athletic or fast the other team gets pissed off at Ingles because of the way he plays defense. You can't say that about Burks. Hell Burks is invisible on defense most of the time and is definitely weak on that end of the floor.
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Further more while Burks looked to be improving and his outside shot is better than Ingles, Ingles straight makes passes and gets assists that Burks doesn't. He moves the ball better and he attacks the paint to make those passes just like Burks. The difference with Ingles he is a willing and natural passer and Burks is neither. Now Burks is better offensively, I'm not saying he's not. I'm just not sure he's all that much better overall. I also think Burks would be much better leading the 2nd unit instead of Trey.