On offense, the difference between Jett Howard and Brice Sensabaugh is that Howard is a shooter where as Sensabaugh is more the “bucket-getter?”
Both are “big wings” but they don’t seem to play any defense at all. I’m guessing Howard’s shooting prowess is more valuable than Howard’s midrange prowess.
Their lack of physicality doesn’t seem to make them ideal for the Lakers, as you said. But, maybe coaches could be convinced they could get it out of them, like we did with Rui, who wasn’t known for his defense either.
So I think you're trying to distinguish the difference in USG. I think this is a big reason why movement shooters tend to have a lot of value; they don't need/use the basketball to give themselves looks, and it gives the offense a break. After all, the shot is a curl, a few screens, and a pass away.
Meanwhile, Sensabaugh reminds me of a guy that loves the 2 or 3 dribble Iso shot drills. He's great at all sorts of shot variation and even in spot ups, but pull up jumper and Iso players need the ball in their hands.
Every draft is different I do place more emphasis on physicality and it's utilization over most. But, generally speaking, shooters don't tend to be physical players. They don't drive into contact, they don't set screens, they don't initiate action with the dribble so much. There's more hope for Brice here, but the NBA is just so different and requires defenders to be off balance and then initiate the contact. That gets the call. Simply bumping into guys, doesn't.
Rui, was a physical player in his own right. But unlike Brice and Jett, he was an older prospect and has more easily translatable physical tools for the wing/big wing spot.
Thanks for helping to clarify my question with such a nuanced response. That helps immensely when thinking about not only those specific players, but also those archetypes.
Each year, I find myself trying to learn more about what translates to the league and on this Lakers team. It’s fascinating to me how much fit can ultimately determine a player’s success at the highest level, when prior to that, talent, alone, can bring about individual success. Still, so much to learn, and thankful for all the great resources out there to help open new lenses in which to view the draft process and game, in general!
Am I correct in this assessment:
On offense, the difference between Jett Howard and Brice Sensabaugh is that Howard is a shooter where as Sensabaugh is more the “bucket-getter?”
Both are “big wings” but they don’t seem to play any defense at all. I’m guessing Howard’s shooting prowess is more valuable than Howard’s midrange prowess.
Their lack of physicality doesn’t seem to make them ideal for the Lakers, as you said. But, maybe coaches could be convinced they could get it out of them, like we did with Rui, who wasn’t known for his defense either.
So I think you're trying to distinguish the difference in USG. I think this is a big reason why movement shooters tend to have a lot of value; they don't need/use the basketball to give themselves looks, and it gives the offense a break. After all, the shot is a curl, a few screens, and a pass away.
Meanwhile, Sensabaugh reminds me of a guy that loves the 2 or 3 dribble Iso shot drills. He's great at all sorts of shot variation and even in spot ups, but pull up jumper and Iso players need the ball in their hands.
Every draft is different I do place more emphasis on physicality and it's utilization over most. But, generally speaking, shooters don't tend to be physical players. They don't drive into contact, they don't set screens, they don't initiate action with the dribble so much. There's more hope for Brice here, but the NBA is just so different and requires defenders to be off balance and then initiate the contact. That gets the call. Simply bumping into guys, doesn't.
Rui, was a physical player in his own right. But unlike Brice and Jett, he was an older prospect and has more easily translatable physical tools for the wing/big wing spot.
Thanks for helping to clarify my question with such a nuanced response. That helps immensely when thinking about not only those specific players, but also those archetypes.
Each year, I find myself trying to learn more about what translates to the league and on this Lakers team. It’s fascinating to me how much fit can ultimately determine a player’s success at the highest level, when prior to that, talent, alone, can bring about individual success. Still, so much to learn, and thankful for all the great resources out there to help open new lenses in which to view the draft process and game, in general!