He's too short. That's my biggest issue with Noah. He's still trying to act like bigger PF, but he's easily blocked under the rim. He doesn't seem to be adding any moves or a more consistent jumper to open things up either. Maybe being paired with a legit C like Nurkic will help him? I'm not optimistic for him.
I have long held the belief that Plumlee was a really good backup center on a good/playoff team. Not a really good starting center. Too many crucial holes in his game (shooting, rim protecting). But don't get me wrong, I appreciated his hustle and athleticism. He was our 3rd best player. Kudos to N.O. for landing a real center. He's young, and skilled and hopefully can stay healthy.
I like his attitude but it could be said in this video he was actually being nice after knocking the guy down, not letting the ball fall on his face after scoring on him. Either way, it's funny.
He's 6'10''. That's a classic size for a power forward. He's been rebounding well, so he has the size and physicality to compete. He struggles near the hoop because he's passive and doesn't have a refined inside game. No idea whether he'll develop the necessary skills or aggression (I imagine those two things are tied together to an extent). Even if he never learns to be a crafty inside player, he can be valuable if he adds some consistency to his shot, continues rebounding and improves his defense.
I'm sure somebody has said this already; but NOW, we REALLY need a top big man coach! And from what I have read this kid might need a personal psychologist also. If we could combine the two, that would be great.
Yeah but as they say "you don't play with the top of your head". (Or something to that effect) His wing and standing reach make him average for a PF, not short.
Ah, okay. I went by his Basketball Reference height. Wikipedia has him at 6'9''. So I guess he's probably less than 6'10'' and a little undersized.
Plumlee's ability to hedge on guards and get back to the rim is pretty elite. I think he would do okay against most stretch 4's, but maybe not the Aminu-masquerading-as-a-PF types.
I blame Meyers for Plums leaving. Thanks Meyers. Why couldn't they just take Meyers and alllll his potential.
Vonleh is so young and strong...I think he's one of the best bench projects we've had in awhile...the dude is built like a rock...shoots with range..he's just really, really young
Vonleh and Nurkic is so appetizing. If those two play up to their potential, that is a crazy good front court. They're both about the same age too.
His wingspan measured 7'4.25". That's quite a bit above average. I do agree he has a long neck and his standing reach is not as impressive, but is the same as Phys-Ed, Anthony Davis, Ezeli, Leonard and Plumlee.
