So far this season, Warriors' fans have wanted Don Nelson to bring in the youth movement. That movement would mean more playing time for Brandan Wright and Anthony Randolph, the Warriors first round pick from this year. Randolph is 6'10" 205 pounds and Wright is 6'9" 205.
From what Wright and Randolph have shown, they're both similar in defending shots of other players. Both are averaging just over one block per game and Randolph has been a little bit better at rebounding the ball, averaging just over five per game compared to Wright's four.
The difference on the offensive end is night and day. Wright is going to make a living underneath the basket within 15 feet. He has shown that he's got a pretty little jump hook in the lane and he'll shoot for a high percentage. The only problem with Wright is that he isn't a strong rebounder; if he improves that area he'll see more playing time.
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Randolph has shown that he can take the ball up the court and even took it coast to coast for a layup; Warriors fans would never see Brandan Wright do that.
Randolph also hasn't shown the ability to postup; he actually would rather shoot from 15-20 feet. Part of the reason why Randolph hasn't seen much playing time is because he's only shooting 32 percent from the floor.
What has to happen for the Warriors though is they have to keep their young core together. That core includes Wright and Randolph. There's been mention of trades on here by certain people regarding getting rid of Maggette and Wright for a proven player.
The problem with that is Wright has all the abilities to become a very good player for the Warriors. Randolph with more playing time and more experience will find his game. Plus, he is still young at 19 years old.
The Warriors could have a duo on the inside and outside that could cause matchup problems for teams for years to come especially if Randolph works on his shot.
He could become one of the big men that the NBA has seen with Rasheed Wallace, Dirk Nowitzki, Mehmet Okur, and Spencer Hawes. With Randolph's ability to put the ball on the floor, he can definitely become a very dangerous player for the Warriors.
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about 1 month ago
Both play like boys right now, they need to transform into men. Ive seen Wrigth get tossed on dunks multiple times this season. These guys have through the roof potential, and were starting to see it little by little... maybe after the break or next year one will blossom
about 1 month ago
John,
I couldn't agree more. People WHINE and CRY like crazy to see these guys play, but they are both BEANPOLES!!!!
Seriously, you really think they can hold their ground much less battle with the likes of Amare Stoudemire, Tim Duncan, Zach Randolph, Pau Gasol, Dirk Nowitski, David West, Carlos Boozer. The only team we've played is the Hornets with West and he salivates playing against the Warriors. He looks to post up everytime.
We got worked by Al Jeffereson in the post, and just made Andray Blatche look like an All Star.
I don't question Corey Maggette at PF, because at this point he's better at holding and fighting for post position than the Beanpoles. Their weakside help defense is good, but solid defense is NOT ABOUT BLOCKED SHOTS!!!
What made 6'7" Charles Oakley and Dennis Rodman become All-Defensive team members??? Neither blocked shots, neither one could jump(especially Oakley). It was solid Post position, not allowing their man get good position in the first place and when they do get the ball forcing a tough shot(see Rodman vs. Malone during Bulls, Jazz Finals).
MAGGETTE OUTWEIGHS OUR YOUNG BEANPOLES BY 20-25 POUNDS AND HE'S 4 INCHES SHORTER!!!
But we saw in the Portland game, how to play solid post defense he forced offensive fouls on Aldridge because 1.) he forced Aldridge to get the ball away from the hoop, i.e. not deep position, and 2.) he frustrated Aldridge in doing so and forcing him to maneuver his way to the hoop instead of just turning and shooting.
Of the two, Randolph is tougher and stronger and I can see him battling, Wright is much more passive out there so I'd rather see AR given a chance against the West's top 7 although they both seem much more motivated on offense than defense.
If you can't see why Nellie is not playing the young guys, go to an open gym, and guard a post player who outweighs you by about 50 pounds. This is what Wright and Randolph have to face. Yesterday, we made Andray Blatche look like an All Star.
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