bballbeadle
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I really like Red’s comment about having a quiet summer. Not only no hijinks, but no injuries!
….No urinals destroyed.I really like Red’s comment about having a quiet summer. Not only no hijinks, but no injuries!
No mavericks/outlaws/anarchists out there?
I do well for an anarchist.Not any that want to stay here.
I look forward to an increase in blocks from Bell in the normal course of the defense. He had only one of that sort in this highlight package.
Bell has NBA size and an NBA level skill in his shooting. I think he has a legit chance to get drafted if he can add to his defense/rebounding - and with his athletic ability, that is almost all effort based.I look forward to an increase in blocks from Bell in the normal course of the defense. He had only one of that sort in this highlight package.
It was rare that he just went straight up as the secondary defender and got the block. Most of his are the come from behind sort, which are spectacular, but rare.
It feels like he has the physical attributes to be a pretty good defender. So far not so much. Hopefully the coaching changes or another year of experience (or something) sparks improvement in Bell's defense.
How does he legitimately compare to Bronny James.Bell has NBA size and an NBA level skill in his shooting. I think he has a legit chance to get drafted if he can add to his defense/rebounding - and with his athletic ability, that is almost all effort based.
Bell is extremely lacking in having LeBron as a dad.How does he legitimately compare to Bronny James.
Yes, but his dad is Durant's manager/agent/personal assistant/some or all of the above.Bell is extremely lacking in having LeBron as a dad.
I'd be really surprised if Bell gets drafted, particularly considering he is already old by NBA standards. He's an athletic kid but his lateral movement/quickness isn't real good. His best bet is to develop into an all-around scorer and at least a decent team defender. Rooting for him and think he can be a good college player. His ability to put the ball in the basket is impressive -- his ability to catch and shoot quickly with a high release point is pretty special.Bell needs to have observed how Cole Swider didn’t stick to an NBA roster despite being an amazing shooter. Teams need to see that he can stop the other guy in a 1-on-1 situation. Chase-down blocks are flashy, but I don’t think that’s going to be enough for the draft.
I'd be really surprised if Bell gets drafted, particularly considering he is already old by NBA standards. He's an athletic kid but his lateral movement/quickness isn't real good. His best bet is to develop into an all-around scorer and at least a decent team defender. Rooting for him and think he can be a good college player. His ability to put the ball in the basket is impressive -- his ability to catch and shoot quickly with a high release point is pretty special.
It's the instinctual part of the game on both ends that desperately needs improvement. Moving without the ball, shooting off screens, helping teammates defensively, getting into passing lanes, knowing what the opponent wants to do with the ball, being physical and fighting for loose balls/rebounds, creating offense with his passing ... he's largely been a standstill, spot-up shooter who occasionally gets a fast-break opportunity or chase-down block.
But Bell will make a good living playing basketball, even if he doesn't make the NBA. He does the one thing extremely well he shoots and every overseas team needs someone who can put the ball in the basket.Agreed. I can't see Bell getting drafted. But I could see him possibly making the end of an NBA roster the way Brissett did. Bell's quick release is an NBA level skill. I still think the fact he shot 42% from 3 and had maybe one of the 5 best shooting years in SU history when you combine percentage and number of made 3s, and he did it with no other shooters on the roster and teams knowing they couldn't leave him alone, is a special accomplishment that is underrated by most.
Yup. Fans have given other players more credit for doing less.I still think the fact he shot 42% from 3 and had maybe one of the 5 best shooting years in SU history when you combine percentage and number of made 3s, and he did it with no other shooters on the roster and teams knowing they couldn't leave him alone, is a special accomplishment that is underrated by most.
Yeah, no.Agreed. I can't see Bell getting drafted. But I could see him possibly making the end of an NBA roster the way Brissett did. Bell's quick release is an NBA level skill. I still think the fact he shot 42% from 3 and had maybe one of the 5 best shooting years in SU history when you combine percentage and number of made 3s, and he did it with no other shooters on the roster and teams knowing they couldn't leave him alone, is a special accomplishment that is underrated by most.
Would it surprise you to know that 16 Seniors were drafted last year?
yes, actually. lol. Good point. So maybe he's got a better shot than i think. I'm still a bit skeptical but I'm rooting for him and hope he gets there.Would it surprise you to know that 16 Seniors were drafted last year?
In no way was I saying he is good enough to be drafted. I was just saying his age will be less of a factor than many think.yes, actually. lol. Good point. So maybe he's got a better shot than i think. I'm still a bit skeptical but I'm rooting for him and hope he gets there.
Was that the Covid Super Senior draft classWould it surprise you to know that 16 Seniors were drafted last year?
Bell has NBA size and an NBA level skill in his shooting. I think he has a legit chance to get drafted if he can add to his defense/rebounding - and with his athletic ability, that is almost all effort based.