2018 NBA Award Predictions
Added 2017-09-08 19:15:14 +0000 UTC
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I see your point AA. I guess I was underrating KAT's ability to influence the game from a big man position in a point guard/small forward heavy league. Along with his post play and shooting skills, I am looking forward to see if his passing/play-making skills take a leap this year, especially with all the weapons around him. I suppose it's similar to the (potential) impact an AD/Cousins combination can bring about. It will be exciting to see how all three aforementioned bigs preform this coming season!
Kyle Walker
2017-09-14 04:53:07 +0000 UTCHis skill set at 7ft..he has touch all the way out behind the arc..but can still bang and use his size with great foot work around the rim. Usually bigs lean one way or the other. They are more finess like AD..or more force like a prime Dwight. KAT appears to be that rare big that does both equally. I understand your point tho, if the Wolves are a top 4 seed Jimmy would be just as much in the conversation.
Athletic Alchemy
2017-09-14 04:37:21 +0000 UTCI hear you but if it's currently a SF/PG league, no? You don't think a guy who can guard 1-3 and get you 20-25 PPG (maybe 27/28) a game is of bigger value? Despite his growth every season, I would agree his offensive prowess is not quite enough to get him in the top 15-20 scorers of the league (yet), but you don't feel his defensive ability gives him the leg up on KAT? As in, I feel he can guard and hang with the best 20 offensive players in the league (respectively) and score relatively well. What makes KAT a more rare player? Just wanna know your thoughts man. Really appreciate the reply!
Kyle Walker
2017-09-14 04:22:02 +0000 UTCKAT is just a more rare player. As good as Jimmy is, an athletic wing who gets you 20 a night can be found throughout the league. KAT got to continue to develop particularly on D, but he is the full package at 7ft. His impact should be greater.
Athletic Alchemy
2017-09-14 04:09:47 +0000 UTCAlso, why do you pick KAT over Jimmy on Dark Horse MVP? You don't feel like Jimmy's defense would edge him over KAT in this type of comparison? Offensively, Butler can get whatever he wants. I'd say KAT holds the edge in the post but barely... Jimmy's got great footwork and finesse with the contact, despite being out-sized by KAT. What are your thoughts?
Kyle Walker
2017-09-14 04:02:16 +0000 UTCGood stuff AA! Like your analysis on who is likely to earn and compete for each award. Wish you would've added a fourth category that only addressed who you would give each award to, regardless of the media's opinion. Similar to your Money Bet/Dark Horse but without any consideration of the media writers. I appreciate your personal analysis. Yaidida? Hope that makes sense... Keep it coming homie!
Kyle Walker
2017-09-14 03:40:23 +0000 UTCNext off season I will have waaay more footage to use, the slide shows are very tedious but I have learned a lot .
Athletic Alchemy
2017-09-09 22:39:31 +0000 UTCIf enough of these pan out, you'll have a hell of a resume. 👍
Daniel Fries
2017-09-09 02:55:55 +0000 UTC
