Bringthesonicsback 1,631 Posted December 19, 2019 Author Share Posted December 19, 2019 was really hoping for more minutes Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ahtech 126 Posted December 19, 2019 Share Posted December 19, 2019 I can't believe his minutes was really down today! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Obliviate 141 Posted December 19, 2019 Share Posted December 19, 2019 14 minutes ago, ahtech said: I can't believe his minutes was really down today! Yeah I'm quite disappointed as well but they got about 2 more games left for the week, we'll see what happens. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ahtech 126 Posted December 19, 2019 Share Posted December 19, 2019 11 minutes ago, Obliviate said: Yeah I'm quite disappointed as well but they got about 2 more games left for the week, we'll see what happens. Thinking of getting Troy Brown as he gets consistent minutes. I will just get this guy back next week. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hornrimmed_rambis 1,846 Posted December 19, 2019 Share Posted December 19, 2019 Well, that was unexpected. What gives? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lifschitz 2,246 Posted December 19, 2019 Share Posted December 19, 2019 I wouldn't worry. This looked like a showcase game. Jenkins just kept riding out a Solomon Hill / Brooks / Crowder the entire 4th quarter while OKC climbed back and back because they kept attacking Hill defensively and they had no interior presence with Clarke playing Center against Adams. JV was on fire and he never put him back in, JJJ didn't play the whole fourth, so this is clearly not a noramlity. They were abused badly here on defense the entire 4th, that's not going to last. Jaren and Melton didn't play particularly well today, but before long he's going to be starting or getting a lot of minutes next to Morant. Especially as this team keeps slipping in the standings. They're playing competitively though, but Hill and Crowder aren't part of the future (and most likely Brooks too but they'll use him defacto). 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ahtech 126 Posted December 19, 2019 Share Posted December 19, 2019 3 hours ago, Lifschitz said: I wouldn't worry. This looked like a showcase game. Jenkins just kept riding out a Solomon Hill / Brooks / Crowder the entire 4th quarter while OKC climbed back and back because they kept attacking Hill defensively and they had no interior presence with Clarke playing Center against Adams. JV was on fire and he never put him back in, JJJ didn't play the whole fourth, so this is clearly not a noramlity. They were abused badly here on defense the entire 4th, that's not going to last. Jaren and Melton didn't play particularly well today, but before long he's going to be starting or getting a lot of minutes next to Morant. Especially as this team keeps slipping in the standings. They're playing competitively though, but Hill and Crowder aren't part of the future (and most likely Brooks too but they'll use him defacto). JJJ is in foul trouble. Also, coach is giving more minutes to Solomon Hill? Yeah, different positions but both are good on defense. Should have go for Melton. Anyway, really need help who is better ROS. Melton or Troy Brown? Yes, assistant coach right? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lifschitz 2,246 Posted December 19, 2019 Share Posted December 19, 2019 1 hour ago, ahtech said: JJJ is in foul trouble. Also, coach is giving more minutes to Solomon Hill? Yeah, different positions but both are good on defense. Should have go for Melton. Anyway, really need help who is better ROS. Melton or Troy Brown? Yes, assistant coach right? JJJ was in foul trouble but they never even attempted to bring him in with 5 min left to help win the ball game, that seems EXTREMELY strange if you care about winning, why would you leave Solomon out there for a showcase? because I doubt teams are calling about Crowder and Solom anyways, so could be a brain fart, or could be they are trying to build up some sort of value for them. It's hard to say as far as Brown/Melton. Brown is probably more trustworthy for the time being, but Melton also has solid upside. I just don't see Grayson Allen, Brooks, and Crowder as threats long term. It's pretty easy to see Crowder will eventually be moved/shut down - but for now Memphis is going to continue to try and develop winning habits until they eventually stop the charade, Brooks will play more SF min with Caboclo, and Allen is pretty bad (but he was playing decent before he injured his ankle). When they traded with the Suns for Josh Jackson and Melton in exchange for Jevon Carter/Korver, Memphis said they were eyeing Melton the whole time (they didn't even mention Jackson). So they clearly value him a lot. I like Melton as a long term stash better, but I like Brown more currently. Brown has the multi-cat upside as well just like Melton, so I would go with him first, he's going to be inconsistent with scoring, but so is Melton. If Melton gets a clear 25+ min and a starting role, I think his upside is better though as far as this year. Brown isn't going to get a ton of shots next to Beal, and especially when Hachimura, Wagner, and Bryant return. They're pretty similar either way, but yeah, Brown first, Melton second. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ahtech 126 Posted December 19, 2019 Share Posted December 19, 2019 13 minutes ago, Lifschitz said: JJJ was in foul trouble but they never even attempted to bring him in with 5 min left to help win the ball game, that seems EXTREMELY strange if you care about winning, why would you leave Solomon out there for a showcase? because I doubt teams are calling about Crowder and Solom anyways, so could be a brain fart, or could be they are trying to build up some sort of value for them. It's hard to say as far as Brown/Melton. Brown is probably more trustworthy for the time being, but Melton also has solid upside. I just don't see Grayson Allen, Brooks, and Crowder as threats long term. It's pretty easy to see Crowder will eventually be moved/shut down - but for now Memphis is going to continue to try and develop winning habits until they eventually stop the charade, Brooks will play more SF min with Caboclo, and Allen is pretty bad (but he was playing decent before he injured his ankle). When they traded with the Suns for Josh Jackson and Melton in exchange for Jevon Carter/Korver, Memphis said they were eyeing Melton the whole time (they didn't even mention Jackson). So they clearly value him a lot. I like Melton as a long term stash better, but I like Brown more currently. Brown has the multi-cat upside as well just like Melton, so I would go with him first, he's going to be inconsistent with scoring, but so is Melton. If Melton gets a clear 25+ min and a starting role, I think his upside is better though as far as this year. Brown isn't going to get a ton of shots next to Beal, and especially when Hachimura, Wagner, and Bryant return. They're pretty similar either way, but yeah, Brown first, Melton second. This is very helpful insight. Thank you so much! I will get brown for now as he has consistent minutes and will just monitor melton in which I guess no one will scoop him off the wire. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
StarFish 9 Posted December 19, 2019 Share Posted December 19, 2019 still decent counting stats, nice help w Reb Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MilesBridgesBetterThanZion 288 Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 Top teams in their league should stash immediately. Post ASB gonna be a fun ride. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
justaguy 270 Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 Man, this guy is a per minute monster. 4/6/3/1 on 50% shooting....in 8 minutes. Incredible Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ahtech 126 Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 1 hour ago, justaguy said: Man, this guy is a per minute monster. 4/6/3/1 on 50% shooting....in 8 minutes. Incredible And to think he has the best +/- of the game. Not really sure why he is not been given a lot of minutes!!!! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
justaguy 270 Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 I don't understand how anyone in the right mind can play Grayson Allen and Dillon Brooks ahead of Melton. Guy plays 6 minutes and is 2nd on the Grizzlies in scoring, behind JJJ. Is Memphis interested in winning games right now or showcasing guys they want to deal at the deadline? So frustrating 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
4th and 9ers 74 Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Despite only playing 10 mins so far, can’t argue with the incredible production. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lifschitz 2,246 Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Wtf..... look at the line he just put up in 12 minutes! what is Jenkins doing? Stop giving scrubs 35 minutes a game and just play Melton and Clarke. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bringthesonicsback 1,631 Posted December 29, 2019 Author Share Posted December 29, 2019 unreal to me how little they're playing him. 13 minutes?... why 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Obliviate 141 Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Just under 13 min. 17/4/1/2. Sexy. he did foul out though but that doesn't happen often. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
4th and 9ers 74 Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Memphis could be really good in the future. Just need to find a real coach. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lifschitz 2,246 Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 I really thought Denver would put the clamps on him defensively, I’m going to regret playing Taurean prince over this little stud Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hornrimmed_rambis 1,846 Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 1 hour ago, justaguy said: I don't understand how anyone in the right mind can play Grayson Allen and Dillon Brooks ahead of Melton. Guy plays 6 minutes and is 2nd on the Grizzlies in scoring, behind JJJ. Is Memphis interested in winning games right now or showcasing guys they want to deal at the deadline? So frustrating I watched this game just to see if Grayson Allen or Brooks were doing something that's not in the box score to justify their minutes. Nope. They are simply awful. I still think the merit has to rise to the top. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bugs bunny 1,773 Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 31 minutes ago, Lifschitz said: Wtf..... look at the line he just put up in 12 minutes! what is Jenkins doing? Stop giving scrubs 35 minutes a game and just play Melton and Clarke. He was in early foul trouble Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gooseball 62 Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Looking forward to Memphis clearing way for Melton to thrive. ✌️ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
indigorivers 286 Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 You have to stash this guy . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lifschitz 2,246 Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 8 minutes ago, Bugs bunny said: He was in early foul trouble it’s in general, every game he’s limited playing behind bums Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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