I hope this bit of insight will help some fans understand why it’s not solely about touches or shot attempts with Lillard. When he talks about not having a feel for the game or it being challenging to build a rhythm, this is a big part of it. Try to imagine how limiting it is when he’s been largely relegated to a tertiary ball handler and a catch and shoot offensive role. Some fans are very dismissive when explanations like this are presented, its oh,”he needs to play better” or “he needs to shoot better”. I agree, we all agree, but there is a process that will get him to that desired outcome and as this season is proving, it’s not by taking him out of a role that he’s been very successful for 10+ years.
1 Comment
I hope this bit of insight will help some fans understand why it’s not solely about touches or shot attempts with Lillard. When he talks about not having a feel for the game or it being challenging to build a rhythm, this is a big part of it. Try to imagine how limiting it is when he’s been largely relegated to a tertiary ball handler and a catch and shoot offensive role. Some fans are very dismissive when explanations like this are presented, its oh,”he needs to play better” or “he needs to shoot better”. I agree, we all agree, but there is a process that will get him to that desired outcome and as this season is proving, it’s not by taking him out of a role that he’s been very successful for 10+ years.