The thing about JR is his defense has actually been quite good. The whole point of starting Shump was that presumably he was the superior wing defender, and he is, but JR has actually been hustling his ass off on defense and his length/athleticism has been nothing to sneeze at.
Also I think you could make a case that part of the reason JR is playing such disciplined ball, is exactly because he is out there with LBJ/Kyrie/Love. If you give him free reign off the bench that could get him back into bad habits.
I actually think JR will be easier to keep this summer (and have both sides agree to a contract quicker) than Shumpert. And I say that knowing full well that Shumpert is a restricted free agent.Can we pay JR this summer? Please say yes....I want a JR Smith jersey.
Damn impressiveTo show you the value of being on a good team:
JR has played exactly 24 games this season each with the Cavs and the Knicks
His offensive rating and defensive ratings for the Knicks this season were 95 and 112. Both are career lows for him.
His offensive rating and defensive ratings for the Cavs this season are 111 and 106. The best of his career.
How much will he demand to stay with the Cavs? Is he exercising that player option?
Was just about to post this as well. It's pretty cool how much fun they are having and how happy he seems. He never posted stuff like this with the Knicks.And it's a pleasure having you, JR. It's funny how we thought he would be just a throw in, but now he's become an integral part of this team.
https://instagram.com/p/0abrcxtfMJ/
Lebron has to be one of the best teammates for a superstar. Nobody seems to like playing with Carmelo or Kobe, but everyone wants to play with Lebron.Was just about to post this as well. It's pretty cool how much fun they are having and how happy he seems. He never posted stuff like this with the Knicks.
Lebron has to be one of the best teammates for a superstar. Nobody seems to like playing with Carmelo or Kobe, but everyone wants to play with Lebron.