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[QUOTE="orangecuse, post: 2373152, member: 668"]
I wasn't hammering on Frank, just keeping it real and in perspective relative to a lead guard, especially for a high level program and league as the ACC.  Our first half offense was atrocious, especially when running our half court sets.  Howard, as the lead guard, certainly was a significant factor as he showed little to no leadership, command, court awareness/decision making prowess.  His handle is weak, that really isn't debatable.  There's a reason why JB brought it Gillon last year and another 5th year transfer in Thorpe this year hoping to adequately run the point.  It really goes without saying imo.

Frank also had solid play early on last year in the preseason and early regular season games.  As was the case last night, the common denominator was inferior competition.  Once we started playing better competition, [I]'he was what he was[/I].'

I'm not saying he can't contribute to the team, his shooting (according to JB) has improved.  I hope he plays well, as this team desperately needs all the offensive contribution it can get.  But, in no way, shape or form is he a lead guard, let alone at this level.  I hope he proves me wrong, but I doubt it.  He's no more of a lead guard than was Kaleb Joseph.

This of course is just my assessment/opinion...we'll see how the season plays out for FH at PG.
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