Dunno why people scoffed when I said I'd gladly trade Marcus smart for d'angelo Russell. Russell is going to be so much better than him. Starting to show what he's capable of. 22+ three games in a row. 39 points tonight with 8 threes. Star potential right there.
I dont normally agree with LarBrd, but I think I can say i agree on some parts of this. As much as we hope and wish that Smart develops some semblance of an offensive game, we need to also be realistic. It's very likely that smart never becomes more than a 14-16 ppg scorer in this league. And I love marcus's hustle and his heart as much as the next guy, but Russell has serious talent. Obviously hes not there defensively yet, but he is a more natural point guard, and he is showing he can score the ball. And he has the length and size to eventually become a decent defender.
If i had the chance, i think i would trade smart for russell. Maybe i wouldnt. im not sure. smart's heart is something i just cant imagine letting go of. but at the end of the day, you have to score more points than the other team, and heart isnt always gonna take you there.
