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[jeramye]

It does suck that he stuck it out when he could have dipped out and then gets no playing time, but also he’s looked awful and from the looks of his live Instagram stuff he’s likely not in the best shape

I think it's very possible he just doesn't have the right mental makeup/hasn't put in the work required. His limited time has been beyond rusty to the point it looks like a guy who is totally lost in competitive games. Guys who are competitive would get enough out of pick up games to stay sharper than this.

Of course I may still be a bit biased because he blocked me on twitter and the only thing I could find that was critical of him 2 years ago when I got blocked was "Purifoy needs to be more focused on defense to meet his potential as a player" basically. And he had to be searching his name to find it.

 

[Boytano]

I think it's very possible he just doesn't have the right mental makeup/hasn't put in the work required. His limited time has been beyond rusty to the point it looks like a guy who is totally lost in competitive games. Guys who are competitive would get enough out of pick up games to stay sharper than this.

Of course I may still be a bit biased because he blocked me on twitter and the only thing I could find that was critical of him 2 years ago when I got blocked was "Purifoy needs to be more focused on defense to meet his potential as a player" basically. And he had to be searching his name to find it.

Agree, Danjel has essentially lost another year, says a lot when walk ons are getting in the game and he hasn't

 

[MomentInTheSun]

Bryce kicking them while they’re down

 

[FormerlyKnownAsSOLLY]

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Bryce kicking them while they’re down

Yep. Talking smack, but won't have to face them again at least.

 

[jeramye]

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Bryce kicking them while they’re down

Their defensive plan was a bit disrespectful of him. It's like they said "he can't shoot on the road so we're gonna treat him like a regular 2 guard and concentrate on Harper". They kept losing him or just weren't quick to close out. It was weird

 

[Gran_Polla]

Bryce really could watch film on Klay Thompson and learn from him. I’m not saying Bryce is remotely close to be in the same stratosphere as a player, but Klay had 20+ points in a game and only took 4 dribbles. There is nothing wrong being a spot up guy. Nothing wrong with taking 1-4 dribbles to free yourself. Bryce gets in trouble when he goes Harlem Globetrotter and takes 6-10 dribbles to get free.

 

[ShenaniganZ]

Bryce really could watch film on Klay Thompson and learn from him. I’m not saying Bryce is remotely close to be in the same stratosphere as a player, but Klay had 20+ points in a game and only took 4 dribbles. There is nothing wrong being a spot up guy. Nothing wrong with taking 1-4 dribbles to free yourself. Bryce gets in trouble when he goes Harlem Globetrotter and takes 6-10 dribbles to get free.

Agreed. His shot breakdown IMO should be something like 90% spot up.....10% 1-4 dribbles....and that's fvcking it.

 

[Denim Vest]

I’m still waiting for a game where Bryce is like 8/12 from 3. 5/11 last night. Really solid but that should be a pretty avg night for him particularly how he was (not) being guarded.

 

[RistDownAU]

Anyone know what beatwriter dan dakich was talking about last night? Said an AU beatwriter is mad at him.

 

[Van Gorstache]

Agreed. His shot breakdown IMO should be something like 90% spot up.....10% 1-4 dribbles....and that's fvcking it.

Yep, the only time I want to see Bryce dribbling is in transition. He has done a better job on finishing those this year. The dribble between the legs stuff is good for warmups only.

 

[MomentInTheSun]

Anyone know what beatwriter dan dakich was talking about last night? Said an AU beatwriter is mad at him.

Marcelo probably since he gets angry at everyone

 

[jeramye]

Bryce really could watch film on Klay Thompson and learn from him. I’m not saying Bryce is remotely close to be in the same stratosphere as a player, but Klay had 20+ points in a game and only took 4 dribbles. There is nothing wrong being a spot up guy. Nothing wrong with taking 1-4 dribbles to free yourself. Bryce gets in trouble when he goes Harlem Globetrotter and takes 6-10 dribbles to get free.

I'm fine with any dribble where he drives, even if it doesn't always work out. He needs to catch and just drive sometimes, just to throw the defense off. What I want him to avoid is dribbling around trying to create 6 more inches of space to launch a 3 off the bounce. Even when it works I'm rolling my eyes.

 

[Denim Vest]

It’s getting close the point where Malik legit needs more mins. 18 last night which is a bump from his 15avg but he should be getting 20+.

His PER through 3 SEC games is an ungodly 35.3. That’s the best on the team by a wide margin and probably the best in the whole conference. Samir hasn’t been anywhere close. Neither has Chuma. Not that I’m calling to bench either but he could pick up the slack for both if needed.

Jvon appears ready for 12-15 mpg which is huge. Can make a pretty good case that he was at least as good as Jared last night. Got to keep these HYGs fresh and we got the depth to do it.

 

[Space Funk Booty]

I think it's very possible he just doesn't have the right mental makeup/hasn't put in the work required. His limited time has been beyond rusty to the point it looks like a guy who is totally lost in competitive games. Guys who are competitive would get enough out of pick up games to stay sharper than this.

Of course I may still be a bit biased because he blocked me on twitter and the only thing I could find that was critical of him 2 years ago when I got blocked was "Purifoy needs to be more focused on defense to meet his potential as a player" basically. And he had to be searching his name to find it.

I agree with probably hasn't put in the work required

 

[Fillup Marschell]

I’m game

We should set it up for a weekday game sometime for sure. Though we must all agree to interact through our phones. IRL I tend to sit quietly and people watch unless it’s a chick. Chick’s expect you to interact and participate in conversations. Guys can sit, grunt, drink, curse at refs, etc....

 

[Boytano]

does anyone no where i can watch a replay of this game? been looking on all the espn's but yet to find it.

 

[Harvey Specter]

Their defensive plan was a bit disrespectful of him. It's like they said "he can't shoot on the road so we're gonna treat him like a regular 2 guard and concentrate on Harper".

in fairness, this has been a decent plan in road games at times

 

[Boytano]

found it buried on the "tres"

 

[Boytano]

really worried that sweet baby J is gonna struggle with a high kankle sprain if Bruce doesn't find ways to rest him more.

 

[WDE_Tarp]

does anyone no where i can watch a replay of this game? been looking on all the espn's but yet to find it.

You can come to my house, I’m about to watch it.

 

[Boytano]

You can come to my house, I’m about to watch it.

just started the 2nd my brAUther

 

[Boytano]

man ole dakich is laying into the aTm and the lack of effort.