Ayton part of the trade is a steal, by the way. Didn't give up on a meaningful young piece or pick to get Ayton. Actually might've gained a meaningful young piece in Camara.
Of course, I'll be the first to admit that. But you're taking an almost no-risk shot that you can get something extra out of him.
Yes. I’d prefer a center who is a little more defensive minded than offensive minded. 2-3 offensive guys max. The others should care more about rebound and defense than breathing
We basically acquired DeAndre Ayton for Steve Blake and Ronde Hollis Jefferson (which is what we used to acquire Mason Plumlee, which was used to acquire Nurkic) Thanks Steve.
Ayton is not an aggressive big guy at the hoop on O. He’s quite good mid range. Athletic. Younger. He needs the right coach(es) and PHX wasn’t it and became less so. He needs a big man coach who can maximize skills and abilities.
Yeah, in terms of on-court skillset, he plays more like a bigger, but less skilled LaMarcus Aldridge.
After seeing Scoot cheer his teammates on in Summer League - I think that type of positivity is exactly what Ayton needs. Im cautiously optimistic about what that duo can become (and if they can help each other maximize their potential)
I view Ayton much as I viewed Nurk. I know there are times I will love him and others where he is garbage. I believe Ayton has more upside and if he meshes and fully engages, could be great. Color me cautiously hopeful but also prepared for disappointment.
That team is set at guard but if we could work a three team that brought back Jarace and expirings I wouldn't give a fuck about picks.
Good video, thanks for posting it. I liked how he was humble about his own mistakes, and growth, but at the same time, *knew* and understood what his mistakes were. I don't feel that Nurk would be able to admit his mistakes without getting defensive or passive aggressive for the rest of the interview. I think most of Deandres issues in Phoenix revolved around Chris Paul being an ass hat towards him, and Monte not knowing how to coach him.
