Blazers Use Simple Plays To Get Open 3pt Looks For Wes Matthews & Friends

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  1. SlyPokerDog

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    http://www.sbnation.com/nba/2011/3/18/2055931/blazers-get-their-three-point-looks

    A really good article that breaks down our offense with videos.
     
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    oldmangrouch persona non grata

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    Not to be snarky, but it is easier to get open looks when your 3 point shooting is too inconsistent to be a priority for the defense. :dunno:
     
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    SlyPokerDog Woof! Staff Member Administrator

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    No, please be snarky. Not enough snark around here since you know who was removed.
     
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    Great article.

    It all starts with Aldridge. There aren't many players that can cover him one-on-one. At that position on the wing, he can take you inside or turn and pop the jumper. In other words, you're picking your poison. In the end, you gamble on the lower percentage shot, which is to leave the shooter open for the three attempt to double LA.

    Once Wallace becomes comfortable in our offense, he's going to have the same kind of effect.
     
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    This article just makes me think of one thing "WTB Ray Allen"
     

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