Re: Free Agent: Rasheed Wallace
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Originally Posted by
Tully365
+1. There is a level of pro-Rasheed hysteria now that is just way out of proportion... I prefer McDyess too.
Rasheed's offensive rebounds per game numbers are worse than Bonner's, and that's with an extra 9 mpg. Half his shots are three pointers, his FG% is horrendously low for a big, and the last time anyone saw him play was when he quit in the playoffs against Lebron and the Cavs. So for those out there who say Bynum sucks, Gasol is soft, and Odom is a space-case, I think the selling of Wallace as a savior needs to be examined a little more closely.
I'm curious to know, is rational opinion based on how a player would fit/compliment a team qualify as "hysteria?"
I don't agree with 'Dyess being the better fit or that 'Sheed is done because of a turmoil-filled season in Detroit, but I'm not calling those people that do hysterical.
Maybe you weren't referring to people like myself, I'd hope not, but you're almost just starting to sound like a 'Sheed hater, rather than someone with an opposing viewpoint.
Re: Free Agent: Rasheed Wallace
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Originally Posted by
timvp
His three-point shooting has been frowned upon in Detroit for the last few years because they've needed him to be a post presence. In San Antonio, that three-point shooting will come in handy. With Duncan, Manu Ginobili, Tony Parker and Richard Jefferson all most effective near the rim, the fifth player on the court needs to be a able to shoot to keep teams from packing the lane.
In four consecutive seasons, Wallace has shot between 35.1% and 35.7% from beyond the three-point arc, so it's safe to expect a similar number. On the Spurs, I'd expect at least half of his field goal attempts to be from downtown. Considering that his three-point percentage is equal to a two-point percentage of approximately 53%, I have no problem with him shooting as many threes as he wishes. He could give the Spurs a few low post looks each game but his main value will be his outside shooting.
Wallace's knock offensively over the years has been a lack of assertion. He just has never prospered in a go-to role. On the Spurs, that shouldn't be a factor. His overly unselfish offensive play is actually preferred due to the other options available. I can picture him flourishing in a fourth or fifth offensive option role. Add in his ridiculously low turnover rate and his offensive game should fit like a glove with the Spurs' talent.
Well said, timvp.:smokin
Re: Free Agent: Rasheed Wallace
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Originally Posted by
BLACKJACK21
I'm curious to know, is rational opinion based on how a player would fit/compliment a team qualify as "hysteria?"
I don't agree with 'Dyess being the better fit or that 'Sheed is done because of a turmoil-filled season in Detroit, but I'm not calling those people that do hysterical.
Maybe you weren't referring to people like myself, I'd hope not, but you're almost just starting to sound like a 'Sheed hater, rather than someone with an opposing viewpoint.
:lol I wasn't referring to you at all... sorry if it sounded like that.
The thing I'm at odds with is some simple objectivity. When Artest signs with LA, he is dismissed by some as a chucker with behavioral issues whose defense is not what it once was, but Rasheed has the exact same issues, and is given a free pass. When Finley exercises his option, he is crucified by many posters as, among other things, an unreliable shooter... but Rasheed, with a lower FG% as a center, is given a free pass. Bonner is criticized for sucking in the playoffs, but Rasheed sucked in the playoffs this year too, and few people mention it. Stuff like that...
Re: Free Agent: Rasheed Wallace
Wallace a Celtic
The Celtics have reached agreement with free agent forward/center Rasheed Wallace tonight on a contract that starts at the midlevel exemption of $5.8 million, according to a league source.
The contract is believed to be for two years.
The addition of Wallace gives Celtics the service of one of the best shooting big men in the league. It also strengthens an already solid defense and provides offensive and defensive firepower off the bench.
The agreement comes at a time when the former Piston had been expected to be courted by the Orlando Magic, San Antonio Spurs and Dallas Mavericks. Bill Strickland, Wallace’s agent, had said via text message earlier in the day that he was in the process of setting up meetings with those teams.
http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/sp...osition=recent
Re: Free Agent: Rasheed Wallace
Re: Free Agent: Rasheed Wallace
