Is hickson rubbing off on Aldridge?

I'm saying I think his progression at this point will be small. He already had his huge jump and now he's leveled off. Do you see him averaging 26 ppg or over 10 rpg anytime soon? You know where I'd love to see him improve? Blocks. I think he's capable of averaging over 2 blocks per game.

 

What he's giving us will be around the same. It's just where he gets the points that may change. Also, rebounding and blocks are other areas I could see improvements.

He worked really hard to get his offensive game down. Now it's work on his defense.

 

No, Aldridge still plays defense

 

I remember seeing ZBO hobble out of St. V's months after his microfracture. I thought he was done as a player. Man, I was wrong about that one, and he's doing it on knees that have to hurt during every game. You have to give the guy credit; he stopped being an immature asshole, dedicated himself to the game, and turned his career around.

 

How many second options in the NBA average 20/8? LMA is 11th in scoring right now, and clearly Lillard will be the #1/franchise player in a few years, if not next year.

 

Only 5 players in the league average over 23 ppg. Only 10 players average 10+ rpg.

You really aren't making much sense.

 

I think I get what he's saying: on a championship team, LMA would have to average that to be the #1 option... in other words, without a Superstar™, we don't get to the finals. LMA would need to be a 25/12 player to be that superstar-level performer.

LMA is a very good option, but if our eyes are on the trophy, we need a great option.

 

You obviously missed the point then... Even the best of each generation has focused on one or the other, often at the extreme expense of the area of lesser focus. You want Hickson to play better defense, but doing so would virtually guarantee his ineffectiveness on offense and possibly at rebounding. He's really, really good at what he does. If he was also really good at defense, he'd be a hall of famer.

It's not a matter of simply scoring a bit less and suddenly becoming much better at defense. It's about activity and energy expenditure, and very few people can consistently do that at both ends of the court. If Hickson took the Rodman approach, we'd be playing 4 on 5 every time on offense. The Bulls could get away with that because of Jordan, but few teams are so lucky.

 

I think Lillard will be a superstar if he stays healthy. He has good size for a PG, has the cool demeanor of a franchise player (LMA does too, IMO, but PFs don't win titles as the #1 guy), and seems eager to put all of his efforts and energy into making his team better.

I won't be surprised if Lillard is on the 2016 Olympic team. I think he's that good in terms of potential. He has a complete offensive game already.

Lillard/LMA is a damn good 1/2 for the next 3 years. Olshey needs to find a bench and an interior defender. Hopefully Leonard can be that guy, but that's going to take at least another season.

 

When you look at Hickson's previous seasons I'd argue Aldridge's professional approach has rubbed off on Hickson.

Hickson always had the tools, but never quite put it together. Playing with LaMarcus he has done that.

 

Repped, and a great point. LMA is a quiet leader who puts in work. Hickson would be awesome off the bench for 25-30 mpg next year with a legitimate defensive front-line player starting the game.

 

If JJ is rubbing off on LA, we have bigger issues.

That just sounds dirty.

Can't believe LA would just sit there and take it.

 

Everybody else thought of this too, just so you know. We just didn't post it.

Regards,

Everybody

 

Everybody thinks you're a pain in the rear.

We all just didn't post it (well, actually most have at some time or another).

Regards,

Everybody

 

Sorry I don't post every five minutes.

My sick family member deserves my attention more than you. Most days, I have limited time to read and post so imma enjoy them, whether I'm a jackass or not. This IS a message board, FYI.

 

It was a joke. Didn't realize you were so sensitive. Best of luck to your family member!

 

I'm not. But given history, and the fact I've got maybe 4-6 weeks with said family member, yeah I'm possibly overly sensitive. I jump more quickly, so this could possibly be an overreaction to PapaG sarcasm.

 

But I'll still take to opportunity to bust your chops.

Because you'll take it more graciously than most.

 

I get that this is a message board, and if you've noticed, I don't take anything seriously here anymore. I just ignore the true assholes at his point. There really are only one or two here that seem always want to have a real problem with another poster.

Enjoy your time left with your family member, but remember the past more than the present. Best wishes to you and yours in what I'm sure is a very difficult time.

 

I'm sorry to hear that man... are they a Niners fan though?