Ben B. wrote:OK, I may as well get this off my chest. I can't understand the huge love for Terrence Williams. I just don't see how he has the offensive tools necessary to make a big splash in the pros. He certainly wouldn't be anything like a Ben Gordon replacement. He's built kind of like Ronnie Brewer but has had lower shooting percentages throughout his collegiate career. Brewer not only shot better but was a lot better a drawing fouls and getting to the line, something that's VERY important for the NBA transition. Williams is a poor shooter (I don't even know whether he's averaged 40% from the field over his 4-year career!) TS% down around 50% or a bit lower (over 4 years), and he only averaged 3.7 FTA/ 40 minutes in his senior (best) year. Those are not impressive averages at all. Even Corey Brewer, who was also fancied b/c he was supposed to be a lock-down defender, shot a LOT better in college than Williams did, and Brewer has sucked offensively in the pros.
Again, I just don't see it.
I don't' understand why you keep looking for a player to replace Gordon, if we're looking for a guard. Under the assumption that Gordon is going to walk, there are NO guard that are going to replace Gordon's scoring so what's the point of even bringing that "I can't see him as replacing Gordon" argument up over and over again?
There are things about Williams that if he fulfills his potential can exceed Gordon, and that is his defense, ability to play multiple positions, he'll be a better rebounder, and possibily a better passer. The thing about WIlliams is that though he at times takes bad shots, he doesn't force too many shots, and he is a very willing passer.
He is also has the potentail to be an excellent defender, and can guard anywhere from the point guard, shooting guard and the small forward with his size and quickness. I think having someone that can do multiple things without the ball is a great fit next to Rose who will most likely be dominating the ball for the remainder of his stay with the Bulls.
Yes, he isn't a good shooter now, but if he can somehow learn how to shoot the corner three or just shoot a decent clip at the 3 point range like someone like Bowen, then he'd be an even more fantastic fit. I just like his versatility and potential to do many things good on the court, though he may not do one thing great. Remember also, once he's in the NBA he won't be the best player, and will be around players that are a lot better than him, so he'll have room to improve his shot whilst getting good looks, so he has room to grow as any other player in this league. If we consider Tyrus's baby step improvements in his jumpshots somewhat of an achievement, then I'm sure T-Will can make similar type of baby steps with his shot as well.
Again, unless we're looking to trade up for Blair, no one in this entire draft is going to come in and score 20 points like Gordon can, so why you keep using the argument is confusing, because you can say that for any player that we'll pick.
