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Team Dime said:
Overall, you're right, this thread isn't about bashing. However, I think most of us would agree that there are much bigger problems right now that Bibby's shortcomings, that he's been the Kings most productive player this year.
Why?
Because I think most of Bibby's shortcomings can be overcome with effort. I don't think he's "broken" or "problematic". I think everything I say about him can be changed... and that's what's so aggrevating.
For instance, with Reef, his problem is that he's not aggressive. It drives me up a wall. It CAN and SHOULD be changed. It's a mindset and can be changed tonight (well, maybe not ... I'd prefer him not break his jaw again ... ).
Bibby's biggest deficiency is defensive intensity. He doesn't need to play "Artest level defense" ... he just needs to make an effort to shrug a pick and stay with his man. I KNOW he can do it. He could do it tonight, with a change of mind.
However, I would consider calling Bibby an "average player" to be borderline bashing and extremely insulting given how he has performed for this franchise.
But, you can't play on one end of the court. He's an excellent shooter (when he's not forced to take so many shots). He's a decent distributor (or can be). But, if you only play on one side of the court ... you are only half the player you can be.