Spurs' Leonard quietly holds own vs. Team USA

[Bill_Brasky]

Leonard is a solid player for his age/experience, however Spurs fan historically over estimates damn near every rookie. Blair was going to be the next Moses Malone.

I know you didn't just compare Leonard to Blair..

[therealtruth]

The playoffs accounted for 14 games. Not exactly unequivocal proof that he's arrived as an elite three-point shooter. Like I said though, we saw enough progression and consistency as the season wore on to think he could shoot 40% or better next season. That's why I said his defense is the area they need him to improve the most. He may not have elite lateral quickness, but there's been plenty of guys with less who were All-Defensive team types. And aside from that, he's got virtually every necessary ingredient to be an elite defender.

He didn't shrink from the moment unlike a certain red haired choker on our team. That's all that matters.

[racm]

For what it's worth, he saw playing time in the WCF.

[DPG21920]

I see Pippen when I see Kawhi (if he reaches his full ceiling).

[DPG21920]

But that would take a pretty massive jump in ball handling and passing to reach that ceiling and I am not sure he can make that improvement in those areas.

[racm]

I see Leonard as an elite finisher, not a playmaker.

[Cane]

For what it's worth, he saw playing time in the WCF.

Speaking of which:






Dude's gonna be special

[MR-Clutch]

I see Leonard as an elite finisher, not a playmaker.

I disagree. He's has displayed good court vision when given the chance. We will see even more starting tonight.

[DMC]

I know you didn't just compare Leonard to Blair..

I didn't. That would be a stupid comparison.

I was comparing the expectations then to now.

Let the guy develop before putting the crown of expectations on his head that's likely too heavy for him to wear.

[Wild Cobra Kai]

I see Pippen when I see Kawhi (if he reaches his full ceiling).

Minus the migraines and periods, hopefully.