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Flagrant Fowl wrote: ↑

Mon Feb 14, 2022 4:06 pm

More than one day off between Suns games means I don't know what to do with myself. I suppose it's not the worst thing in the world since most of the team was probably having a good time at the Super Bowl.

I might have to find a new hobby for a week during the coming All-Star break.

AmareIsGod wrote: ↑

Mon Feb 14, 2022 3:53 pm

Weird Sarver article considering where the article exists and the timing. Almost like some well-paid PR. The article doesn't make any mention of his current situation and the investigation.

Phoenix Suns Owner Sarver Has Long History of Supporting Diversity and Inclusion
https://blackpressusa.com/phoenix-suns- ... inclusion/

In2ition wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 15, 2022 9:10 am

I do wonder if his shot is going to come back any time soon. Any even slight type of discomfort in his wrist can make his shot erratic.

Mori Chu wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 15, 2022 10:42 am

In2ition wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 15, 2022 9:10 am

I do wonder if his shot is going to come back any time soon. Any even slight type of discomfort in his wrist can make his shot erratic.

He's had a lot of 1-for-7 3-point shooting nights lately. I love Jae and hope he gets right and that his shot comes back soon. Luckily we're so awash in talent right now that we can withstand an injury-related shooting slump by one of our starters.

Shabazz wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:28 pm

I’m waffling a little on how we should approach the buyout market. If we could get Gary Harris and drop Elf, that’s a clear upgrade.

Lately, however, Monty has been tinkering with some 3-wing lineups (with a PG and a C) that make Cam or Mikal the nominal 2. I think those lineups deserve to be explored further because of their potential and if we add someone like Harris we’re going to be forced to play him or Landry as Booker’s backups at all times. The “Wingstop” lineups are also a way to get Cam some more minutes.

I don’t know. Harris would be a great luxury to have, but I don’t think he signs here without a clear role. There’s also something to be said about not having 13 guys with playing time expectations.

2. Mikal Bridges, Phoenix Suns
Last month’s Ladder: N/A

The pesky Phoenix wing started paying attention well before the Suns made him the No. 10 overall pick in the 2018 Draft. “I always watched Tony Allen,” Bridges said of defensive role models. “I loved watching him when he was on the Grizzlies. And I was a big [Rajon] Rondo fan, man. The things he did on defense and his IQ, reading and knowing other people’s plays.” Does Bridges try to rattle his opponents’ mental game as well as their scoring? “Not really. I’m just so zoned in, so locked in. And I’ve got so many good teammates, man, it makes my job so much easier. Just getting help and knowing to switch and communicating.”

Mori Chu wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:32 pm

Shabazz wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:28 pm

I’m waffling a little on how we should approach the buyout market. If we could get Gary Harris and drop Elf, that’s a clear upgrade.

Lately, however, Monty has been tinkering with some 3-wing lineups (with a PG and a C) that make Cam or Mikal the nominal 2. I think those lineups deserve to be explored further because of their potential and if we add someone like Harris we’re going to be forced to play him or Landry as Booker’s backups at all times. The “Wingstop” lineups are also a way to get Cam some more minutes.

I don’t know. Harris would be a great luxury to have, but I don’t think he signs here without a clear role. There’s also something to be said about not having 13 guys with playing time expectations.

I saw somebody on Suns Twitter call this the "Wing Stop" lineup, LOL.

ShelC wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:55 pm

Nice article on Mikal ahead of the rankings. Glad he's getting the recognition!

2. Mikal Bridges, Phoenix Suns
Last month’s Ladder: N/A

The pesky Phoenix wing started paying attention well before the Suns made him the No. 10 overall pick in the 2018 Draft. “I always watched Tony Allen,” Bridges said of defensive role models. “I loved watching him when he was on the Grizzlies. And I was a big [Rajon] Rondo fan, man. The things he did on defense and his IQ, reading and knowing other people’s plays.” Does Bridges try to rattle his opponents’ mental game as well as their scoring? “Not really. I’m just so zoned in, so locked in. And I’ve got so many good teammates, man, it makes my job so much easier. Just getting help and knowing to switch and communicating.”

Shabazz wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 15, 2022 12:28 pm

I’m waffling a little on how we should approach the buyout market. If we could get Gary Harris and drop Elf, that’s a clear upgrade.

Lately, however, Monty has been tinkering with some 3-wing lineups (with a PG and a C) that make Cam or Mikal the nominal 2. I think those lineups deserve to be explored further because of their potential and if we add someone like Harris we’re going to be forced to play him or Landry as Booker’s backups at all times. The “Wingstop” lineups are also a way to get Cam some more minutes.

I don’t know. Harris would be a great luxury to have, but I don’t think he signs here without a clear role. There’s also something to be said about not having 13 guys with playing time expectations.