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12-20-2013, 01:25 AM
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.
I know it's an extremely small NBA sample but I'm already convinced. He's looked strong in summer league, very solid with the Toros and he looked extremely comfortable tonight (and last game, for that matter).
What I like about Joseph:
1. He's by far the best defensive player of the backup point guard candidates. It's not even close. He has great instincts, deceptive size and athleticism, a hot motor and he reads plays well.
2. Joseph runs the show like a leader. He passes the eye-test as a point guard with the moxie to run the offense the way he sees fit. NBA PGs need to have a level of stubbornness to be effective ... and I see that in him.
3. His shot is improving rapidly. Last season, his jumper looked like a weather balloon. Now, he's shooting it with purpose, gets enough elevation and his release is pretty quick.
4. I don't see any ballhandling or passing fatal flaws. Joseph exhibits a lot of court vision and he can dribble in traffic while keeping his head up.
5. Joseph is a good fit next to Manu Ginobili. Due to his size, he can defend both ones and twos -- and that enables Ginobili to save energy defending the weakest opposing guard. On offense, his shooting allows him to play off the ball and create room for Ginobili to do what he do.
Pop starting Joseph tonight was a great move and I'm hoping it's a preview of things to come. Gary Neal, Patrick Mills and Nando De Colo have all shown intriguing skillsets but Joseph has a most complete package and he fits the mold of what the Spurs need in a backup point guard. Going with him full-time would be a bit of a gamble since he's so unproven but I believe it'd be the smart move -- both short-term and long-term.