[Game] Kings vs. Clippers, 12/22/2021 7pm Pacific 10pm Eastern

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bajaden said:
Well as I stated, I've always looked at Fox as part of the solution. I realize that when a player signs a max contract the fans automatically expect him to play like a superstar. And in fact, I think that was part of Fox's problem at the beginning of the year. I think he was putting too much pressure on himself and playing tight. Of late he's looked more like himself. As for as putting in the work, if anyone takes notice, Fox has scored a lot of his points this season with his midrange game from 15 to 16 feet. Something he attributes to working with Rico Hines. He seems to be able to get that shot anytime he wants.

As to what his future with the team should be? I think you have to give him and Haliburton more time together. Haliburton seems to me, to be trying to fit in next to Fox. Hali needs to play his game, and let Fox figure out how to fit in with him. Take some of those stupid shots Buddy puts up and give them to Haliburton, who right now is a better more efficient shooter than Buddy is. There's my hanging participle! That said, if a deal you can't refuse comes along that includes Fox, then so be it.

Someone took a shot at Haliburton's defense, and if this was last year I would agree with that. But he's been greatly improved this year, and leads the team in deflections, and probably steals. Yes he gets caught in a pick once in a while, but how many times has he pursued and blocked a shot from behind, or stole the ball. Does he get beat off the dribble on occasion? Sure, but every player does. But I'm not about to criticize either Fox or Haliburton's defense while Buddy is still on the floor with this team. Haliburton is a 1st team defensive player compared to Buddy.
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Thanks, bajaden - I certainly respect your opinion.

I think you have a more favorable general outlook on Fox than I and some others do, but I suppose time will tell.

While Haliburton needs to continue to hone the technical elements of his defense on his way to becoming more sound (hopefully excellent, one day), the efforts and the instincts are obviously there.

He understands the game at such a high level, he’s going to able to anticipate many times where the opposing offense is going to move the ball next.

This ability alone is a tremendous strength and when coupled with his physical tools, the Kings have the makings of a high-level defender.

In stark contrast to the basketball IQ of Ty, you have Buddy. You summed it up aptly - the guy is a sieve on defense and makes more than his fair share of blunders on the offensive side.

Hield needs to go - period.
 
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