Big man

[Rhylan]

Do you guard Raef out past the 3 pt line? Yes

Do you guard Shaq out past the 3 pt line? No

That's the difference in terminology right there. One is a threat, you must honor his shot. The other one is not a threat, you don't have to go out to him on D.

Those of you that don't understand the concept of a defender having to honor an offensive player's jumpshot -- your homework is to go to the park this weekend and play some pickup games. If you suck, you will notice that the guy guarding you won't come all the way out to 20-22 ft to guard you. A la Shaq. If you can knock down that open shot, they'll come out to you after you hit a couple. A la Raef.