Eastern Scout: Harris 2nd Best PG in the East

[kobimel]

"Coming into the year I'd have said that [Jose] Calderon is the best true point guard of the group. Based on what we've seen so far, I'll say [Rajon] Rondo, then [Devin] Harris, then [Derrick] Rose. I've only seen Rose in person a couple times, but everything you've heard is true: He's pretty darn good already. But I'll put Harris just ahead of him; New Jersey's [new] style of play really works to his benefit.

"The thing about that [dribble-drive] offense is that when [Harris] gets the ball with a dribble handoff, he's at full speed … and he's already quick. So he's another step ahead of the defender who's playing catch-up. He's always been a pretty good aggressive driver, but he's been able to attack even more than he used to in Dallas. I don't think [Harris] has to think as much. He uses his instincts, looks to score first and is playing at a really high level."

http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/dailydime?page=dime-081206-07

 

[#1_War_Poet_ForLife]

Rondo has been damn good, and is a terrific player (top 4 of his draft), but Harris has been better.

It's too bad Harris's defense has slipped. That was probably the deciding factor.

 

[User01]

did he seriously say Rondo is the best point guard in the East?

 

[kobimel]

did he seriously say Rondo is the best point guard in the East?

Have you watched the Celtics play this season? They're dominating, and Rondo is one of the big reasons for their domination. He's had a GREAT season so far and unlike Harris, he has been excellent on defense too. I personally think Harris should be above him, but it's very close.

 

[GMJ]

Oh c'mon, Rondo has been playing well but there's no way he's out played Devin Harris, he just plays for the Celtics.

 

[xflavioVC15x]

Rondo is only ahead of Harris bcuzz he plays for the top team in NBA

 

[reganomics813]

I think right now Devin is the best, and honestly I had no idea he had this level of play in him, but it is a pretty tough race. Rose, Rondo, and Harris are all playing All-Star caliber ball. I think Harris wins Most Improved player, Rose wins ROY, and Rondo gets a crack at another ring. Everybody comes away happy.