21 ppg player. His dribbling won't improve that much, but his 3 point shot and free throw shooting will become more consistent giving him an extra 3-4 points to his last season's average of about 18 ppg. I also predict that Jrich's defense can improve slightly under the new coach. He'll add more to defense than just getting a steal a game or at least a block every other game like he was already known for doing. I think Jrich will be an important guy for the Warriors in the 4th quarter though and he's developing the confidence and the killer instinct to take the last shot.
agreed, I think alot of people are too hard on J-Rich and are always talking about trading him, but lets not forget that he has improved his game every year and while he may never be a superstar he could and should be the main scoring option and go to guy in the 4th. Lets just hope he has been focusing on defense this summer
20ppg, 7rpg, 3apg. Great chance at being an allstar reserve, defence will get better, and I think his 3 point shot will come back to him. He had a major fall this year going down from 36% to 28% from the 3 point line. BTW-Can someone explain to me why he is such a good rebounder for a guard?
He is such a good rebounder because he has hops, is fearless and played PF in highschool. I agree with what everone is saying, his 3pt production fell off last year because I think he neglected it a bit over the summer, working on his dribbling, driving without the ball getting stripped and defense. He figured he would shoot in the mid to high 30s. This year I think it all comes together. He also isn't as bad of a defender as everyone thinks, he usually has to guard one of the best players like Kobe or Ray Allen, but he can also match up well with guys like Peja and Marion, he played very well against those bigger guys last year. 21ppg 7 rebs 3.5 Asst. I don't think he'll be an allstar just because of the plethora of great guards in the West.
Mister Jennings, I think people say he is so horrible on defense is because he lets guys like Piatowski light him up for 35pts.
yeah, like when Voshon went off in the first, but Jrich was right in face, NBA shooters sometimes just get hot and can't be stopped.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Mister Jennings:</div><div class="quote_post">yeah, like when Voshon went off in the first, but Jrich was right in face, NBA shooters sometimes just get hot and can't be stopped.</div> Yea just look at what Kobe Bryant did to Bruce Bowen, one of the best defenders in the league. This is the way I look at it: Good offense always beats good defense, atleast most of the time. The offensive player has the advantage anytime he gets the ball. All you can do is put a hand in their face and make them take tough shots but this is the NBA and when players get hot they are unstoppable. Back on topic- JRich will have a big year. I really hope he gets some recognition by being named to the AllStar game. I think it really depends on how the Warriors are doing though. If they are hanging around .500 and are still in the playoff hunt, he should get that recognition.
Yeah the warriors have to win first before Jrich ever makes an allstar reserve squad. Remember, Elton Brand didn't even make the squad and that guy is a 20-10 guy for many years. Why? Because he's on the clippers. And the clippers never get any love because they're in the same boat the Warriors are in.
"I don't think he'll be an allstar just because of the plethora of great guards in the West." Are there really a lot of all-star SG's in the West? I know there are/were a lot of PG's and forwards. I know there are a lot of solid SG's, but how many are all-star locks? I can only think of Kobe Bryant. Maybe Ray Allen. But for JRich, I'll predict 20.something points, 6 boards, 3 assists.
Don't forget T-mac. He's a rocket and a lock for the allstar game. But Jrich man, he's the next Vince Carter. He might be overrated but he'll be fun to watch.
In order for Richardson to make All-Star, Warriors has to make some sort of noise. Or there is a zero chance of him making it. Guys like Randolph or Brand couldn't sniff All Star despite 20/10. Heck, Jamison and 25 pts couldn't make him as an all star either, while Divac made that year. Anyway, for the prediction, 22/6/4 along with improved FT and 3pts. After all, it's his contract year...
All-Star? Kwan and Custodian are right, he'll get his recognition after the Warriors, and only after the Warriors make the playoffs. The big key for J-Rich are his Free throws per game numbers. If he can get his average up to 6.5 to 7 FT attempts per game, you'll see a scoring average of about 22 per game. This stat is indicative of how well he's getting the ball to the rim, and if he's doing that he's scoring. Are we ready for the Dunleavy predictions? Is that when the screaming starts? How about Montgomery predictions regarding his game plans and defensive styles?
Richardson is in exactly the same position Jamison was in a few years ago. His chances of making the all star team depend entirely on how the Warriors are doing. He's got enough flair to his game that if the Warriors are winning and get enough love from Sportscenter, he'll make the team whether he's getting 19/5/2 a night or 25/8/4. I can't wait for the season to start, I'm very interested to see Richardson, Pietrus, Dunleavy, and Murphy. As long as those four guys stay healthy (along with Claxston, Pietrus, and Foyle), the winning will take care of itself.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting wtwalker77:</div><div class="quote_post"> I can't wait for the season to start, I'm very interested to see Richardson, Pietrus, Dunleavy, and Murphy. As long as those four guys stay healthy (along with Claxston, Pietrus, and Foyle), the winning will take care of itself.</div>I'm with you man, I can't wait. The only downside is that I will be in College in Fresno and therefore will not be able to make many, if any, games.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting meshgearfox:</div><div class="quote_post">I don't think he'll ever be an 80% Free Throw shooter. I'd be happy if he shot above 70%.</div> Jrich said one of the things he was going to focus on this summer was free throw shooting. So maybe at the foul line he's just go to focus on his touch a little more and try to concentrate. But I guess it doesn't matter as long as he helps win the games. Look at Baron Davis. The guy sucks at free throws but he's so awesome.
You could spend hours upon hours in the gym working on Free Throws and he still could possibly never be an 80% free throw shooter. When players miss free throws, its usually a mental problem. Look at Shaq. He is a great FT shooter in practice but isn't worth a damn when it comes to game time.
