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Dallas41 · 01-25-2021, 08:22 PM

Interesting JB as a future SG instead of PG

GOOD: Jalen Brunson, shooting guard
A bright spot in the midst of roster turmoil has been the play of Jalen Brunson as a starter. In his five starts he’s averaging 17.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, 4.4 assists while shooting 50-percent from three. One of those games was without Luka Doncic, but there’s no doubt the chemistry between those two is strong. And more than that, playing alongside Doncic means Brunson doesn’t have to worry about running an offense or playing off the dribble.

It confirms what many have said, that Brunson really might be a shooting guard in a point guards body. As a starter his usage is down (and honestly so is his defense), but everything else is up including assists. He’s likely not meant to be a long term starter, but hopefully Carlisle will continue to find ways to play Brunson off the ball next to Luka.

01-25-2021, 08:22 PM	#15
Dallas41 Diamond Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Posts: 5,261	Interesting JB as a future SG instead of PG GOOD: Jalen Brunson, shooting guard A bright spot in the midst of roster turmoil has been the play of Jalen Brunson as a starter. In his five starts he’s averaging 17.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, 4.4 assists while shooting 50-percent from three. One of those games was without Luka Doncic, but there’s no doubt the chemistry between those two is strong. And more than that, playing alongside Doncic means Brunson doesn’t have to worry about running an offense or playing off the dribble. It confirms what many have said, that Brunson really might be a shooting guard in a point guards body. As a starter his usage is down (and honestly so is his defense), but everything else is up including assists. He’s likely not meant to be a long term starter, but hopefully Carlisle will continue to find ways to play Brunson off the ball next to Luka. Last edited by Dallas41; 01-25-2021 at 08:22 PM.