When he is healthy, he's still a top talent. No reason he should not be a top 10 SG rating wise (at least). I understand the reason for the drop was due to his play last season when he was still hurt but I've never been a fan of dropping a player's rating when they are clearly not 100%. Last year, playing on one leg, he looked washed up but after watching him with the Knicks, I was impressed. I don't expect him to be what he was in his prime but other than Wade, Kobe, JJ and Roy I'd rank him with any other 2 guard. An 80-82 rating is not out of the question in my opinion.
Watching him play I noticed the explosion off the dribble isn't what it was (should get better when he gets his legs back but will never be explosive again in my opinion) but he showed he's still a smart player with great awareness. His jumper looked good. His hustle should be around 35-40 because you can tell he is not risking another injury by taking any "chance" plays. Which is good. Stamina still needs work but that was expected. Passing skills were still crisp as ever, really found teammates for buckets. Could have had a few more assists if teammates finished open looks.
The entire feel of the game was different when Sergio was in there. He pushed the ball every chance he got, penetrated and kicked out finding open teammates over and over. Another guy who should've had a few more assists. He will help Gallo a lot by finding him shots. I've been a big fan of Sergio for years and this is his chance to prove me right or make me look dumb, I think he'll turn a lot of heads in the next 29 games.
Giving up the picks were tough but Walsh did a nice job. I don't think LeBron, Wade or Bosh are going to NYC but he set them up to have a shot. If McGrady regains his form, and money is truly not an issue like he said, it could be enough to entice a couple of stars to go to New York and establish a contender. If not this summer then next when Carmelo (Northeast native, college at Syracuse) is a free agent. Should be fun to watch. Thoughts?
Watching him play I noticed the explosion off the dribble isn't what it was (should get better when he gets his legs back but will never be explosive again in my opinion) but he showed he's still a smart player with great awareness. His jumper looked good. His hustle should be around 35-40 because you can tell he is not risking another injury by taking any "chance" plays. Which is good. Stamina still needs work but that was expected. Passing skills were still crisp as ever, really found teammates for buckets. Could have had a few more assists if teammates finished open looks.
The entire feel of the game was different when Sergio was in there. He pushed the ball every chance he got, penetrated and kicked out finding open teammates over and over. Another guy who should've had a few more assists. He will help Gallo a lot by finding him shots. I've been a big fan of Sergio for years and this is his chance to prove me right or make me look dumb, I think he'll turn a lot of heads in the next 29 games.
Giving up the picks were tough but Walsh did a nice job. I don't think LeBron, Wade or Bosh are going to NYC but he set them up to have a shot. If McGrady regains his form, and money is truly not an issue like he said, it could be enough to entice a couple of stars to go to New York and establish a contender. If not this summer then next when Carmelo (Northeast native, college at Syracuse) is a free agent. Should be fun to watch. Thoughts?
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