Secretly Space Jesus 670 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 Cartright slightly. The others, were not. Cartwright was a legitimately good defensive center, even in his declining years when the Bulls were winning their first few titles. He wasn't someone who could anchor a defense like Dwight does, but he was someone who could hold his own and make all but the best centers work for their points, and he rotated well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jareth Cutestory 678 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 Matt (Orlando) SVG loves Earl Clark. Aside from Hubie Brown, no one gives him and his coaching staff the credit they deserve for developing players. Can you give him some love? David Thorpe (12:39 PM) He's the 3rd best coach in the league. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Secretly Space Jesus 670 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 He's in a perfect situation. Didn't Odom turn a corner when coached by SVG in Miami? He started defending and rebounding better, and he started taking better care of the ball. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nyce_1 311 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 He's in a perfect situation. Didn't Odom turn a corner when coached by SVG in Miami? YESSSSIR!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drain-O 369 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 I would be more than comfortable with Clark guarding Bosh and Lebron-at the same time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nyce_1 311 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 I would be more than comfortable with Clark guarding Bosh and Lebron-at the same time. according to some, Clark isn't quick enough to guard Lebron. I'm hoping he gets a chance on the 3rd to show what he can/can't do on Lebron. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marc Acres 3:16 418 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 according to some, Clark isn't quick enough to guard Lebron. I'm hoping he gets a chance on the 3rd to show what he can/can't do on Lebron. I can remember how Camby used to give T-mac fits when we had him and there is no way he was quick enough to guard him. It was his length that seemed to cause the problem and that is something that Earl would also have going for him. It would be interesting especially if we are following our usual game plan and trying to force Lebron into jumpers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jareth Cutestory 678 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 I'd like to see him get a shot at Durant. He has the length to match up with him well, and Durant isn't as quick as LeBron. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drain-O 369 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 Did Tayshaun Prince's length bother T-Mac in the first round meltdown several years back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barnettej 263 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 I can remember how Camby used to give T-mac fits when we had him and there is no way he was quick enough to guard him. It was his length that seemed to cause the problem and that is something that Earl would also have going for him. It would be interesting especially if we are following our usual game plan and trying to force Lebron into jumpers. Love it..... the part about Length... its the balance checker to fast players... if you cant match them in speed, then go after length, It makes it harder for a guy like Wade or Lebron to drive on someone with "Go-Go- Gadget" arms, than it is with someone their equal size. Its really the only reason why 90% of the NBA analyst talk about Boston still being the team to beat, not because they have 3 HOF'ers... its because have length. Everyone understands that Lebron is not a consistent shooter.... he is a slasher and finisher.... Wade is better with the shot, but also prefers to get the easy buckets. Both players are unguardable against teams with no true center and not enough length. I think Earl held his own against Dirk.... which in itself is no easy task. Difference between someone like Dirk and someone like Lebron is the frame. Lebron is built like a LineBacker..... Dirk is more or less of a WR build.... Same with Earl. Can Earl battle against Lebron, sure if Lebron turns into a jump shooter... but what happens if Lebron goes into the post... will Earl get backed down? Only one way to find out, I know. At this point, we should give it a shot... if the opportunity presents itself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marc Acres 3:16 418 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 Did Tayshaun Prince's length bother T-Mac in the first round meltdown several years back. Sure did. How has Lebron faired against taller defenders? I really can't think of any. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Hi-Top 791 Report post Posted January 11, 2011 Can Earl battle against Lebron, sure if Lebron turns into a jump shooter... but what happens if Lebron goes into the post... will Earl get backed down? Only one way to find out, I know. At this point, we should give it a shot... if the opportunity presents itself. LeBron pretty much ignores the post. He either drives, or shoots jumpers, but rarely do you see him set up in the post. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
