Thanks.
I wasn't so sold on him before. Too much iron in his shot.
But tonight was a different story. And not so much because of his point production. I can see why Pop likes him. He's one of those guys like Oberto. He is constantly battling with bigs underneath, swatting offensive rebounds out, and altering shots.
Nice game tonight.
This is how I envisioned Bonner contributing. Hit a few 3 point shots, hustle, grab/tap for rebounds, and play some decent defense. I was happy with his play tonight and hope he gets back on track.
He hit a couple of important jumpers today from the corner... he did well
His hustle made up for everything else tonight. If he and Vaughn are the worst players on our team, we're in a good position, because this team this year (and last year) has had heart from top to bottom.
Bonner is my favorite NBA player right now, I could never bash him. he's like me in pick up games: good size, a good 3 point shot, but performance dependent on level of confidence, which it a bigger problem then it should be.
He still looks a little lost on the offensive side when he is not parked outside the arc. I can't tell if it is because Parker/Manu are constantly driving to the basket at different angles and he is having to constantly adjust or what. Also, if he could get an iso with a clumsy big man outside the arc I bet he could take him to the hole more often than not. He's already done it a couple times this year.
Of course he is nothing special on defense but with Tim we will be alright. He should definitely be good for some muscled out offensive rebounds come playoff time. Not anywhere as effective as Oberto's offensive rebounding but still very helpful.
Is Bonner the fastest big man we have? He looks like he can sprint down the floor a fast.
I'm quickly getting over the post Luis Scola Blues. I'm really starting to like Bonner. He does alot of the little things well, always hustles, and from time to time will hit the big shot on a timely basis. Neither Bonner nor Scola are going to be making the all star team in the near future, but I really like what Bonner brings to the team. Maybe the F.O. knows more then us posters after all. Time will tell.
You gotta be kidding me.
Yes, he made some nice shots...props to him for that.
But, did you notice all the points in the paint when either he or Elson was out there? Bonner is almost as bad as Elson on D. I mean, he can't guard anyone, the time he was isolated one on one, 15 feet from the basket, he got dunked on.
The fact he can spread opponents D when he's on offense, is the only reason I'd choose him over Elson.
Plus, I really like Bonner
I guess you didn't pay much attention to his good defense on Mehmet Okur in the second half.But, did you notice all the points in the paint when either he or Elson was out there? Bonner is almost as bad as Elson on D. I mean, he can't guard anyone, the time he was isolated one on one, 15 feet from the basket, he got dunked on.
I agree that he needs to build up his confidence level. I think Pop is helping him with that right now. Red is only gonna get better and better as the season goes on.
Bonner hit some big shots tonight.
The sideline jumper to give em the lead, and the FT to ice the game.
IMO Bonner and Oberto were studs tonight.
Between the two of em you had 17 points and 15 rebounds.
I guess you didn't notice that Finley, the rebounding machine, had more rebounds than Bonner...in less minutes played.
Still, Bonner had 2 more rebounds than Elson.
Finley - 5 Rebounds 28:58 minutes
Bonner & Elson - 6 Rebounds 48:96 minutes
ing ridiculous stat
Hard to get rebounds when you guard a big that sits outside the three point line all night.I guess you didn't notice that Finley, the rebounding machine, had more rebounds than Bonner...in less minutes played
I still think he bleeds marshmallows.
Yes...very hard for Bonner and Elson to get rebounds...that much is true. lol
Way to totally avoid the facts.Yes...very hard for Bonner and Elson to get rebounds...that much is true. lol
Ummmmm, I bet his lips feel like marshmallows too ! Sure like to find out for myself. (And I AM female.)
I gave the numbers...those are the facts
Stats. He disrupted Boozer getting a huge off rebound/putback at the end of the game which allowed Ginobili to get the defensive rebound under the basket.
God, I hate people who look at stats and then judge a player based solely on them. There are intangibles you know.
I've always like Bonner, despite all the naysayers. He reminds me somewhat of players like Malik Rose and David Lee (Knicks). Not the most physically gifted guys, but they play with heart and they'll do the dirty work. Bonner can also hit the occasional outside shot, and I think he's actually a pretty good interior defender. His lateral movement is limited, so he sucks if he gets isolated too far away from the basket. But in close, he knows how to defend without fouling. I've seen it time and time again. I'm glad he's on the team and I hope the increased minutes will help him gain confidence.
Bonner doesn't have the knack of getting position for offensive rebounds like Oberto but he's hustling and trying to rebound, even if its over the back. Sometimes he's out of position or doesn't make the rotation, but He'll get better on defense because he tries so hard.
I thought he was supposed to be a better shooter than I've seen so far, but he's OK.
Strength-wise, he could use some. Bonner had inside position against Okur on FT attempts and Okur pushed him around like he was Tyronne Lue.
Totally. It was sort of sad seeing him get pushed around....He needs strength training.
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