Does Jakobe Walter have a HIGHER Ceiling than Gradey Dick? #raptors #nba #basketball
um two and three with Jacobe and and Grady. I think they’re in the same tier while I think Grady has larger upsides and I don’t think that’s actually close to be honest. His floor I think is a bit lower than than I think people are comfortable in saying because the defense hasn’t proven to be NBA level yet. I think Jacobe could be a starter as soon as this season and that I think needs I think that isn’t an easy feat especially for a year two player. His his level of defense, the tenacity of it, the style of defense fits the current style of the NBA. And while like his dribble penetration and his creation isn’t there, he might not ever need to develop that skill and still can be a starter for a long time in the NBA, which I cannot say about Grady. So I think they deserve to be in the same the same tier personally.
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Probably yes, but offensively Grady has a way higher upside. I agree Walter’s floor is higher. But Grady’s top end is a star if he hits. He just needs to be an average defender.
I think this year we are really going to see how strong our depth is
Dick's shot is priceless. Jakobe won't be taking Dicks position.
Jakobe needs to develop on the second unit with Shead, CMB, Mogbo and Chomche. Build that chemistry.
Jakobe should aim to be 6man of the year while CMB aim for rookie of the year.
Jakobe gonna steal his starting spot
I had Ja'Kobe ahead of Gradey last year. Still have him ahead this year, I think he is just adjusting to the extra weight.
Dick is sharp on defence and will only get better defensively.
You're missing what Dick brings on defense. He's very sharp, plays switches and screens well. His play and hustle opens up opportunity, like making assists by assisting steals/interceptions with tenacity, length and acumen
Dick has much more of a chance to be a longevity star in this league than Walter
Don't get me wrong I think Walters awesome. Has a high ceiling. He was smart cutting the hair. He'a grown up. Looking more professional already. I'm super excited for the kid. But I want to see him season with the second unit and learn to have a voice, more influence with a more defined role.
Love the idea of starting JaKobe and bringing Barrett off the bench to lead the second unit. Hockey line change
I think both are good. But gradey is 6'8" with shoes on and has a higher offensive upside. I want to keep both.