Simons at PG...does it work?

[joeBlazers]

Just look at his hair. Look at his face. That's the look of a modern PG Assassin ... !!! Give the young man a chance. He will be throwing darts to his buddy Little

 

[SharpesTriumph]

Rondo has a terrible attitude, no way do I want him here.

I'm fine leaving the roster spot open at 4th string PG. I think Simons will be fine as the backup, CJ third string. If Simons can't handle it make a move then for a backup. I'd prefer preseason and 5-10 games before we make that move.

The problem with bringing in another PG now is it has to be someone willing to accept DNP and Simons growth. But if Simons really struggles then instead we probably want a more established backup who can give us dependable productivity.

I suppose an Earl Watson type from his one season here would fit both criteria. It is hard to find a good player for such a tiny role. Again that's why I'm fine rolling with what we have now and change in the season if need be.

 

[JoshuaHall]

Rondo has a terrible attitude, no way do I want him here.

I'm fine leaving the roster spot open at 4th string PG. I think Simons will be fine as the backup, CJ third string. If Simons can't handle it make a move then for a backup. I'd prefer preseason and 5-10 games before we make that move.

The problem with bringing in another PG now is it has to be someone willing to accept DNP and Simons growth. But if Simons really struggles then instead we probably want a more established backup who can give us dependable productivity.

I suppose an Earl Watson type from his one season here would fit both criteria. It is hard to find a good player for such a tiny role. Again that's why I'm fine rolling with what we have now and change in the season if need be.

The thing is — nearly every single one of Rondo’s teammates has loved him.

In the CP3 beef, pretty much everyone said CP3 is a horrible teammate and Rondo is amazing.

Just sayin.

 

[SharpesTriumph]

The thing is — nearly every single one of Rondo’s teammates has loved him.

In the CP3 beef, pretty much everyone said CP3 is a horrible teammate and Rondo is amazing.

Just sayin.

What about the 14 teammates on Dallas when he refused to play in the playoffs?

Just sayin, the drama is not worth it for our 4th string PG and I don't believe he would happily accept that role.

 

[TBpup]

He'll be flashier than Seth, but it'll be a while until he is better.

Seth wasn't a PG either though. He averaged 0.9 APG last year with an Asst/TO ratio of 1.1/1 which pales in comparison to even Chief who owned a 1.4/1 ratio. Even Jake Layman's Asst/TO ratio was better. Of course that is not all there is to running a team but Seth a PG wasn't any great shakes last year which is why Turner ended up doing it for much of the season for the 2nd unit. Turnerover/Curry vs Hezonja/Simons? One of those is the much more veteran but in terms of overall better? Turner couldn't shoot to save his life and was ripe for a turnover at the most inopportune time. Curry could shoot it to be sure but really didn't get up many shots for as well as he shot and giving his lack of passing, was quite the chucker.

To put it in this odd perspective, Curry averaged 1.7 A/36. Gary Trent averaged 1.6. Yuck!

 

[wizenheimer]

The thing is — nearly every single one of Rondo’s teammates has loved him.

In the CP3 beef, pretty much everyone said CP3 is a horrible teammate and Rondo is amazing.

Just sayin.

yeah, maybe I'm recalling things wrong, but it sure seems that after Rondo got the rep of a douche as a Celtic, he's had nothing but rave reviews from his teammates, and even coaches. The issue is his weakness as a floor spacer. But as a floor general and teammate, he seems pretty high level

he'd be good insurance for Portland but I'd imagine he's headed to one of the LA teams if he signs a minimum deal

 

[James lamphear]

He'll be flashier than Seth, but it'll be a while until he is better.

He different then Seth due to Seth is more spot up shooter and occasionally went the rack. Plus he hard time taking people off the dribble. Simons is more complete due he can take people off the dribble to get to his spots plus he can score all 3 levels. Defensively is where Seth over Simons at this time but see how that works in the future for Simons.

 

[James lamphear]

yeah, maybe I'm recalling things wrong, but it sure seems that after Rondo got the rep of a douche as a Celtic, he's had nothing but rave reviews from his teammates, and even coaches. The issue is his weakness as a floor spacer. But as a floor general and teammate, he seems pretty high level

he'd be good insurance for Portland but I'd imagine he's headed to one of the LA teams if he signs a minimum deal

I like rondo I think he what he is floor general but he puts players in position for them to score easier. Plus he can score when needed he sure scorch our ass last year.

 

[dviss1]

The problem with Simons as a PG is that it's not his best position. Usain Bolt could run the half mile, buy why have him do that instead of just sprints?

I think this notion is just flat out wrong. He's played PG his entire life.

 

[JoshuaHall]

What about the 14 teammates on Dallas when he refused to play in the playoffs?

Just sayin, the drama is not worth it for our 4th string PG and I don't believe he would happily accept that role.

I think the other 13 seasons outweigh the 1 season.

 

[JoshuaHall]

I think this notion is just flat out wrong. He's played PG his entire life.

He said he never played pg..

 

[KeepOnRollin]

I think this notion is just flat out wrong. He's played PG his entire life.

If so then it is news to him.

 

[Wizard Mentor]

I think this notion is just flat out wrong. He's played PG his entire life.

He flat out said he's never played PG in his life.

 

[BBert]

Simons seems to be more similar to CJ than to Dame.

Whatever, this is going to be a great three guard rotation. If not this season, then certainly the next.

 

[dviss1]

He flat out said he's never played PG in his life.

So, I was wrong. I didn't see these stories that came up. He's always been listed as a PG where I've seen him.

 

[KeepOnRollin]

So, I was wrong. I didn't see these stories that came up. He's always been listed as a PG where I've seen him.

I would say that he has certainly handled the ball the majority of the time he was in the game (at any level) so that is something.