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Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« on: December 22, 2014, 08:39:06 AM »

Offline Irish Stew

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I am not saying that younger guys like Smart, Sullinger, Olynyk, or Young won't pass him eventually, though they may not, but he is a polished above the rim player. He is a career 60% field gold guy who also shoots about 70% from the foul line, a very rare commodity. So many of these above the rim guys are bricklayers from the line. A PER of almost 26 is also quite impressive. I have been complaining about the lack of above the rim presence with Sullinger, Olynyk, and Zeller and this is a good start to rectify that problem with his one and one half blocks per game in only 18 mpg. I would love to see him play 30+ minutes a night to see if he can be our long term solution at the 4. Pair Wright with a solid rim protector at center and our interior defense might be solidified. Someone like Asik would be someone to consider, though Robin Lopez would be my first choice. Wright makes $5 million on an expiring contract. If he plays well, an offer of $8 million per seems reasonable.
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Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #1 on: December 22, 2014, 08:41:10 AM »

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No.

Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #2 on: December 22, 2014, 08:53:03 AM »

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Just another piece. Fits well on a the fast paced running team with Zeller. Very dynamic Duo. He is too weak to play center for long stretches; but with Zeller or Olynyk definitely gives added rim protection. I say he sticks as a high potential piece, but has limitations in terms of strength. Athleticism is off the charts. We have some of the best athletes and some of the worst. Smart, Bradley, Crowder, Wright vs. Sully (big booty) and Olynyk (slow mo). Crowder and Smart both have a lot to prove; but are still young and are great athletes. James Young has the highest ceiling however in my opinion.

Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #3 on: December 22, 2014, 08:54:59 AM »

Offline Fafnir

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Nope.

He's way closer than he should be though.

Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #4 on: December 22, 2014, 09:10:54 AM »

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Nope.

He's way closer than he should be though.

lol and TP.

You are right.  I am anxiously awaiting Smart to start stepping up.

But basically it's back to the recent Rondo-less Celtic teams.  With a couple more prospects to root for.  I'll get through it.  At least I really like watching Olynyk and Smart's defense.
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Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #5 on: December 22, 2014, 09:19:32 AM »

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No. Green is easily better.

Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #6 on: December 22, 2014, 09:35:35 AM »

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Nope.

He's way closer than he should be though.

I like this answer quite a bit.
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Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #7 on: December 22, 2014, 09:38:33 AM »

Offline The_Truth

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He is not....

Wish I could fast forward to trade deadline week....

Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #8 on: December 22, 2014, 09:49:20 AM »

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Last night was a confusing game,Zeller played well and ran the court,brandon did what he does,i thought kelly continued to pass well and tried to connect with Zeller.His 3point shooting was rushed because of clock, -i think pressey being quick, may have opened up zeller even more and olynck.Playing three new comers was a recipe for disaster. My concern is that this merry go round will damage olynck,sully,smart and young . Brad stevens got gift wrapped dysfunction for Christmas.--------The only player that could ease in is Wright,last night was like watching Bad Santa or a Tim Burton Christmas movie.These new guys should have been slotted in one at a time depending on position.We should have played with same lineup we won with the other night and concentrated on winning the game.That was a poor decision last night,a rookie point guard just coming back from injury and three new players,just not right Brad.

Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #9 on: December 22, 2014, 09:52:17 AM »

Offline rollie mass

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jeff green is best player ,then KO/sullinger-

Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #10 on: December 22, 2014, 09:57:59 AM »

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No, but he is in the top 7
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Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #11 on: December 22, 2014, 10:14:25 AM »

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Nope.

He's way closer than he should be though.
this and you are sadly far too close to the truth than you should be. 

Re: Is Brandan Wright our best player right now?
« Reply #12 on: December 22, 2014, 10:17:49 AM »

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No.
thankfully.

i am glad the celtics have wright and am hopeful he will turn out to be a very good defensive center. but if brandon wright is the best player on your team, you are in trouble.
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