How many good looks does Jimmer actually get out of King's offense? Legitimate question because I have yet to watch Jimmer. I know he is sucking terribly, but when you have a player as bad as Harris is playing you have to attempt to buy low on something also.
I've watched about 9 games of the Kings so far this year. (along with the Trailblazers and Nets. What can I say, I love following guys with Utah ties)
The Kings are selfish, plain and simple. Assists are rare and with the way the team operates, it's no wonder the 2nd unit has slowly turned to Isiah Thomas over Jimmer. He's faster and can make the cuts that Evans and Thorton play better with.
Yes, Fredette has fallen into a horrible situation, but nothing should excuse his shooting percentage. He seems rattled and indecisive when he runs the point, and looks down right lost. I don't care what situation you're in, but I expected more from Jimmer.
However, when Locke talks about how Jimmer is struggling because shooting windows close faster in the NBA, it's never been more true than it is in SacTown. I don't agree with the Armageddon view Locke has of Jimmer, but I do think Jimmer fanatics should be concerned if he doesn't get into a better situation. For his sake, he needs a system that allows him to play more of a role while he adjusts to the NBA, instead of system that requires every player to be on their own island pretending to be Superman.
I can practically hear Evans and Thornton humming their own theme music as they drive to the basket while being triple-teamed.
Sacramento Team FG%: .389
Fredette FG%: .333
With all that said, would I trade Harris for Fredette? Yes. I honestly think that Jimmer's style would fit in better, right now at least, with our current offense than Harris. I actually think that since SacTown has committed to letting their players run things with Smart being more a cheerleader, Harris would be a good marathon runner with Evans and Co.
I think it's a win-win, but I'm not so sure the Maloof's would be willing to give up on him just yet.