Aldridge: 2nd best player in the NBA in the clutch

[KingSpeed]

From OLive:

Aldridge has been one of the NBA’s best performers in clutch fourth-quarter moments this season — he ranks second in the NBA in made field goals and seventh in points scored in the closing minute of games that are within three points

 

[EL PRESIDENTE]

Yeah but what about unassisted clutch win portion points within 5 feet of the basket? I bet he sucks at that, ergo he is turrible and we need to trade him for young, unproven talent.

 

[SlyPokerDog]

2nd or 3rd quarter maybe but not the 4th.

 

[KingSpeed]

2nd or 3rd quarter maybe but not the 4th.

From OLive:

Aldridge has been one of the NBA’s best performers in clutch fourth-quarter moments this season — he ranks second in the NBA in made field goals and seventh in points scored in the closing minute of games that are within three points

 

[Natebishop3]

And the best player in the clutch?

 

[illmatic99]

I still think you have to give the ball to a guard in that position. He can survey the scene from up top which is a far better vantage point, and he can make decisions whether to drive, pass, or step back and shoot. And with a terrific one on one player like Dame, it's even more egregious to pass him up, no matter how good LA's numbers say he is. Especially with 7 seconds left where there is time to make decisions.

Teams would kill for a triple threat like Dame in clutch, and yet we're not going to him anymore for some reason.

 

[HailBlazers]

I still think you have to give the ball to a guard in that position. He can survey the scene from up top which is a far better vantage point, and he can make decisions whether to drive, pass, or step back and shoot. And with a terrific one on one player like Dame, it's even more egregious to pass him up, no matter how good LA's numbers say he is. Especially with 7 seconds left where there is time to make decisions.

Teams would kill for a triple threat like Dame in clutch, and yet we're not going to him anymore for some reason.

Agree, however Jrue was D-ing up Dame pretty good last night. Not that he couldn't take him, as the stats showed, but Aldridge definitely had the better match-up.

 

[Boise Blazer]

It seems like they couldve went to LMA and then kick it out to Lillard. 7 seconds is a shitload of time and we wasted it dribbling dribbling dribbling. I would have been even been happier with a LMA/Dame pick n roll in that situation.

 

[mook]

I was very happy with the final play Aldridge had. He'd been killing it on the block all night. To get a one-on-one shot right there is just an ideal situation. It just didn't fall. Happens to everyone.

 

[Rhal]

It seems like they couldve went to LMA and then kick it out to Lillard. 7 seconds is a shitload of time and we wasted it dribbling dribbling dribbling. I would have been even been happier with a LMA/Dame pick n roll in that situation.

It wasn't wasted dribbling, LMA backed Hawes into the post and got a great look. As much as it sucks LMA missed his last two game winners there is no denying he can get a shot off at the end, as much as he isn't dirk his turn away fadeaway is like dirks weird ass jump and tilt his body back shot, in that its unblockable.
If we know we can't get a great look for someone in the post in that situation then I think Dame needs to decide the game on a shot or an assist.

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[mook]

The only reason that last shot even mattered was the insanely difficult three pointer LMA had made just moments before. Was he a clutch player then and not clutch player a minute later?

 

[Boise Blazer]

I really was "ok" with LMA taking that shot. But between my gut and the fact Im HUGE Lillard homer and that he was hot in the fourth I would have preferred Lillard in that situation. If LMA had made it I would have loved it. But right when they threw it into him before he even took the shot my first thought was, "I wish this was Lillard"

 

[Natebishop3]

I really was "ok" with LMA taking that shot. But between my gut and the fact Im HUGE Lillard homer and that he was hot in the fourth I would have preferred Lillard in that situation. If LMA had made it I would have loved it. But right when they threw it into him before he even took the shot my first thought was, "I wish this was Lillard"

Think of it like this.... who would have taken the shot in 2007, Roy or Aldridge?

 

[Boise Blazer]

Think of it like this.... who would have taken the shot in 2007, Roy or Aldridge?

Roy, easily

 

[Natebishop3]

Roy, easily

And there you have it. So my question is, will Aldridge yield to Lillard as "the man" or will there be friction?

 

[magnifier661]

And there you have it. So my question is, will Aldridge yield to Lillard as "the man" or will there be friction?

Why would he cause friction? He's seen Lillard pretty much take over the team this season without a single complaint.

Aldridge wants to win and Lillard will help him reach that goal.

 

[Boise Blazer]

And there you have it. So my question is, will Aldridge yield to Lillard as "the man" or will there be friction?

I think its better for the team in the long run. I worry that LMA wont hand that title over so easily. Here's to hoping that im worng. I am still a believer that the 'right' LMA is a good fit for this team

 

[Natebishop3]

Why would he cause friction? He's seen Lillard pretty much take over the team this season without a single complaint.

Aldridge wants to win and Lillard will help him reach that goal.

Do you presume to know what Aldridge thinks or feels on this subject? He attempted 28 shots last night. That is a shit ton of shots.

 

[magnifier661]

Also, better question. What would Roy do if Aldridge started getting more attention?

 

[magnifier661]

Do you presume to know what Aldridge thinks or feels on this subject? He attempted 28 shots last night. That is a shit ton of shots.

Nope I just go by what he says publicly and how Lillard is taking a lot of shots his rookie season.

Oh and in case you didn't notice; only Aldridge and Lillard showed up to play offensively. And 28 efficient shots to add.

 

[KeepOnRollin]

Also, better question. What would Roy do if Aldridge started getting more attention?

As in get more shots? Throw a fit.

 

[magnifier661]

As in get more shots? Throw a fit.

Exactly!!!! Aldridge has publicly said how much of a asset Lillard is. There is no whining, bitching or even Aldridge refusing to give Lillard the ball.

In fact, I've seen Aldridge pass out of doubles more than Duncan; whom is considered a great facilitator big man. He is a team player

 

[Natebishop3]

Nope I just go by what he says publicly and how Lillard is taking a lot of shots his rookie season.

Oh and in case you didn't notice; only Aldridge and Lillard showed up to play offensively. And 28 efficient shots to add.

Aldridge is too classy to speak publicly if he was unhappy with his role. I just think he waited a while to take over the team, and here comes Lillard. Do we know for sure this doesn't bother him?

 

[PtldPlatypus]

It should also be pointed out that having two separate legit end-of-game closer options is actually a good thing. Both need opportunities in those situations to further develop confidence in that spot. How many teams have both an inside and an outside option that MUST be given full attention in late-game situations? IMO, that's going to be a big advantage if we develop into a contender.

 

[magnifier661]

Aldridge is too classy to speak publicly if he was unhappy with his role. I just think he waited a while to take over the team, and here comes Lillard. Do we know for sure this doesn't bother him?

I don't understand your angle man. Saying he's upset is just as hypothetical. It seems your hypothetical argument is Aldridge is upset that Lillard will be batman.

There is no proof that would suggest Aldridge is upset. In fact there is more proof that he welcomes the help.

 

[Natebishop3]

I don't understand your angle man. Saying he's upset is just as hypothetical. It seems your hypothetical argument is Aldridge is upset that Lillard will be batman.

There is no proof that would suggest Aldridge is upset. In fact there is more proof that he welcomes the help.

I asked if there would be friction when Lillard takes over as "the man". I don't think it's outside the realm of possibility that there could be friction, but who knows. You guys are too sensitive about Aldridge.

 

[magnifier661]

I asked if there would be friction when Lillard takes over as "the man". I don't think it's outside the realm of possibility that there could be friction, but who knows. You guys are too sensitive about Aldridge.

No I understand your concern. In just reiterating that it looks good so far. Publicly he's been very supportive; plus the play and physical eye test shows no sign of what you suggest.

Sensitive? No, it's the same people saying the same hypothetical negative things that bring a defense. He's playing well right now. I don't get why there would any complaints.

 

[VanillaGorilla]

Think of it like this.... who would have taken the shot in 2007, Roy or Aldridge?

In 2007, Roy was 23 and LA was 22. LA is now 27 and Lillard is 22. Just pointing out there's a slight difference.

 

[Natebishop3]

In 2007, Roy was 23 and LA was 22. LA is now 27 and Lillard is 22. Just pointing out there's a slight difference.

It's style of play though. Roy and Lillard are guards that can break someone down and create their own shot.

I have never liked the idea of backing someone down for a fadeaway jumpshot to win a game. It has worked, not saying it hasn't, but I like Lillard creating his own shot, or maybe running a pick and pop. I don't like backing someone down and taking a fadeaway.

 

[Hobbesarable]

I asked if there would be friction when Lillard takes over as "the man". I don't think it's outside the realm of possibility that there could be friction, but who knows. You guys are too sensitive about Aldridge.

Aldridge is getting his $$$. I doubt he cares too much who wants to be the man. He's already referenced Damian as a cold blooded assassin. That's not verbatim, but it's close to what he said.