I think the guy could easily average 10 boards a game with enough playing time. 10 and 10 is definitely something he could achieve, and anything above that is gravy as far as I'm concerned.
Only 8 players in the league averaged double digit boards last year. Thomas’ rebounding looks special but he probably needs to start alongside LA or in place of him to achieve that.
Sorry, I wasn't clear. I'm not really saying this season. I don't think he'll play nearly enough do it this season, but I think he will eventually average 10 boards per game. The dude has a serious nose for the ball.
For a bench player, having one valuable skill (rebounding stud, lock down defender, 3-point specialist) is a great way to earn minutes. And that's exactly what Robinson needs to do to develop his other skills against NBA competition. Rebound like a fiend and he will get minutes both behind and beside Aldridge. This is what I've been saying ever since summer league started - Robinson needs to focus on rebounding to EARN the PT that will help his overall game develop. Yeah, I can't remember the last time a bench player averaged 10 rpg*. It isn't likely TRob will get enough PT to average double digit rebounds. So, I'd look more at his TRB%. If he can be around 20, (JJ was 3rd in the league at 20.7 last season), that would make him an elite level rebounder. * Reggie Evans averaged 11.1 RPG last season. He started 56 games, so not really a bench player, but only played 24.6 MPG. Of course, in order to average 11.1 RPG in only 24.6 MPG, he posted the second highest TRB% in the history of the league (Dennis Rodman previously had the top 7 spots all to himself). So, for TRob to average double digit boards, he'd need to get around 24 MPG and be one of the greatest rebounders in the history of the league. I don't see either of those things happening, let alone both - at least not this season. BNM
I think he will be the new "Brian grant" level player for this team. He may not fill the stat sheets up, but the eye test will prove just how valuable he could be. The difference between this team and sac queens is they used him poorly. We just need a PF to play at a level enough to avoid logging Aldridge heavy minutes. I see him sliding to 5 at times and possibly some 3. He should get around 20 mpg
T-Rob also feels wanted here. I have big hopes for him in Portland. I think he has a good attitude. He just needs the right environment and hopefully he has an opportunity with the Blazers to put it all together.
"Robinson hit 43 percent of his shots and 52.3 percent of his free throws for the Kings and Rockets" You'd hope for more than just rebounding from the #5 pick in the draft, but it wasn't the Blazers' pick that was used on him. I don't think Reggie Evans was drafted.
The point is that he needs to focus on his strengths (rebounding/hustle) in order to open up other parts of his game. He's definitely got the potential to be on the level of a Paul Millsap vs. a Reggie Evans.
I think it was a terrific signing. A guy worth the #5 pick. Rebounding is a fine skill that JJ had, right? I think we hope he turns out to be a LOT more than Evans.
A moronic pick. The Bulls had an actual need at PF and drafted LMA. They wanted Tyrus because they thought he had ridiculous upside. I don't think this is a similar situation at all.
As much as I would agree with you about the #5 pick; we weren't the ones drafting him and made that mistake. The reality is we got him for nothing but cap space. So to us, he is about as valuable as a free agent signing or bringing in a mid MLE level player. And those players are the "role specific" types that are three point shooters, defenders and rebounders.
Well you always can look at the bright side. I doubt you would have landed Rose and got a unprotected first rounder from one of the shittiest franchises in basketball.
The guy shot over 50% and near 70% FTs in college, align with 17/11. Those would be really good goals for him as a pro, IMO.
I agree with a lot of this. I think Sacramento made T-Rob feel wanted by drafting him at 5. Problem is what came along with being wanted was high expectations as the #5 pick. Now being bounced around twice, the expectations have dropped. Now there isn't as much expected and if he make a positive contribution and find a niche with the team, that is enough. A humble and hungry energy player (even if not proven yet) is a good player to have on a bench