Chad Ford: C's now leaning towards Tatum over Jackson, Jackson declining workout

[Monkhouse]

https://mobile.twitter.com/JakeLFischer/status/877564484889477123

Brad liked Tatums ability to guard 1-4

Tatum may not be able to guard anyone very well, never mind 1's and 2's!

He has very underrated sneaky altheticism, and his wingspan helps make up in contesting shots. Then again how many SF's/PF's can you name that can guard 1's and 2's in the NBA..?

[mctyson]

BJ Armstrong is the worst agent I have ever seen in the NBA. With that said, Jackson did chose his agent, so he takes part of the blame.

and if Jackson falls to 4 or even further (certainly possible), his agent should be fired

[Tr1boy]

Knowing Stevens' offensive ball movement system, does anyone worry about Tatum not really fitting in with that style of play?

I doubt it. If anything, Tatum has always been a skilled passer offensively. Plus his length makes up for his weak altheticism.

Brad Stevens told Jayson Tatum he valued his ability to guard 1-4 while also packaging elite scoring ability.

Knowing Stevens' offensive ball movement system, does anyone worry about Tatum not really fitting in with that style of play?

Not in the slightest.  He'a a very capable passer, and that might be an understatement.  His court vision is probably my favorite attribute.

I think Jackson's court vision is on a different level, which may be why Tatum seems inadequate in this regard.

Considering Jackson has literally one of the worst shooting forms, I have seen in a NBA prospect ever since MKG, I can only hope and pray that his passing makes up for his awful offense.

Have you seen Jackson pass or being sarcastic??

Draftexpress - Josh Jackson , point forward.

https://youtu.be/kaP4QCK1pZs

List sfs in the nba other than Lebron that can pass as well, pg guard like, like this..

[moiso]

https://mobile.twitter.com/JakeLFischer/status/877564484889477123

Brad liked Tatums ability to guard 1-4

Tatum may not be able to guard anyone very well, never mind 1's and 2's!

He has very underrated sneaky altheticism, and his wingspan helps make up in contesting shots. Then again how many SF's/PF's can you name that can guard 1's and 2's in the NBA..?

Not many, but I bet Jackson could.  I just find it strange that Stevens made that comment.

[rocknrollforyoursoul]

Knowing Stevens' offensive ball movement system, does anyone worry about Tatum not really fitting in with that style of play?

I doubt it. If anything, Tatum has always been a skilled passer offensively. Plus his length makes up for his weak altheticism.

Brad Stevens told Jayson Tatum he valued his ability to guard 1-4 while also packaging elite scoring ability.

Knowing Stevens' offensive ball movement system, does anyone worry about Tatum not really fitting in with that style of play?

Not in the slightest.  He'a a very capable passer, and that might be an understatement.  His court vision is probably my favorite attribute.

I think Jackson's court vision is on a different level, which may be why Tatum seems inadequate in this regard.

Considering Jackson has literally one of the worst shooting forms, I have seen in a NBA prospect ever since MKG, I can only hope and pray that his passing makes up for his awful offense.

Please, Danny, don't draft another poor shooter!

[celticinorlando]

PTI saying Jackson wants to go somewhere he can get his numbers..worried about about his stats and not winning

[jambr380]

This doesn't make much sense to me. The Cs have already passed up one offensive stud who sometimes isn't totally focused on defense and lacks explosiveness in Fultz. I don't know why they would then go for the second fiddle in Tatum.

Jackson makes far and away the most sense -better fit  with Hayward, more potential, and better asset. I don't know that he will be the better player, but the Cs are in a position to take that chance.

[CelticsElite]

Its scary but I could see Jackson becoming a less well-rounded  mkg. Would be lucky to become Tony Allen without a 3.

[saltlover]

Knowing Stevens' offensive ball movement system, does anyone worry about Tatum not really fitting in with that style of play?

Not in the slightest.  He'a a very capable passer, and that might be an understatement.  His court vision is probably my favorite attribute.

I think Jackson's court vision is on a different level, which may be why Tatum seems inadequate in this regard.

Jackson absolutely has terrific court vision.  Tatum demonstrated his less because he's better at putting the ball through the basket, but what excited me when I watched Duke games were the 3-5 passes a game that were jaw-droppingly good, be it crosscourt passes off a drive, behind-the-back, no-looks to a cutter, etc.  He's a plus passer, and will fit terrifically offensively.

[RLewis35]

This doesn't make much sense to me. The Cs have already passed up one offensive stud who sometimes isn't totally focused on defense and lacks explosiveness in Fultz. I don't know why they would then go for the second fiddle in Tatum.

Jackson makes far and away the most sense -better fit  with Hayward, more potential, and better asset. I don't know that he will be the better player, but the Cs are in a position to take that chance.

Agreed - its Jackson or Isaac.  I think Tatum is a smokescreen.

[CelticsElite]

This doesn't make much sense to me. The Cs have already passed up one offensive stud who sometimes isn't totally focused on defense and lacks explosiveness in Fultz. I don't know why they would then go for the second fiddle in Tatum.

Jackson makes far and away the most sense -better fit  with Hayward, more potential, and better asset. I don't know that he will be the better player, but the Cs are in a position to take that chance.

Tatum defense isn't as bad as fultz. Also explosiveness is more important  in a guard in a league where you're facing the westbrooks and walls of the world

[Tr1boy]

Knowing Stevens' offensive ball movement system, does anyone worry about Tatum not really fitting in with that style of play?

I doubt it. If anything, Tatum has always been a skilled passer offensively. Plus his length makes up for his weak altheticism.

Brad Stevens told Jayson Tatum he valued his ability to guard 1-4 while also packaging elite scoring ability.

Knowing Stevens' offensive ball movement system, does anyone worry about Tatum not really fitting in with that style of play?

Not in the slightest.  He'a a very capable passer, and that might be an understatement.  His court vision is probably my favorite attribute.

I think Jackson's court vision is on a different level, which may be why Tatum seems inadequate in this regard.

Considering Jackson has literally one of the worst shooting forms, I have seen in a NBA prospect ever since MKG, I can only hope and pray that his passing makes up for his awful offense.

Please, Danny, don't draft another poor shooter!

Its too late for this prayer...

If you cant shoot and can defend multiple positions...he wants you

Rondo, tony allen, greene, rozier, Smart.... Its too late

[jambr380]

https://mobile.twitter.com/JakeLFischer/status/877564484889477123

Brad liked Tatums ability to guard 1-4

Tatum may not be able to guard anyone very well, never mind 1's and 2's!

He has very underrated sneaky altheticism, and his wingspan helps make up in contesting shots. Then again how many SF's/PF's can you name that can guard 1's and 2's in the NBA..?

Not many, but I bet Jackson could.  I just find it strange that Stevens made that comment.

I love how Tatum apparently has an elite wingspan while Jackson has T-Rex arms - What a difference two inches makes. And I'll take ridiculous athleticism over sneaky athleticism any day.

[Boris Badenov]

Knowing Stevens' offensive ball movement system, does anyone worry about Tatum not really fitting in with that style of play?

I doubt it. If anything, Tatum has always been a skilled passer offensively. Plus his length makes up for his weak altheticism.

Brad Stevens told Jayson Tatum he valued his ability to guard 1-4 while also packaging elite scoring ability.

Knowing Stevens' offensive ball movement system, does anyone worry about Tatum not really fitting in with that style of play?

Not in the slightest.  He'a a very capable passer, and that might be an understatement.  His court vision is probably my favorite attribute.

I think Jackson's court vision is on a different level, which may be why Tatum seems inadequate in this regard.

Considering Jackson has literally one of the worst shooting forms, I have seen in a NBA prospect ever since MKG, I can only hope and pray that his passing makes up for his awful offense.

Please, Danny, don't draft another poor shooter!

Its too late for this prayer...

If you cant shoot and can defend multiple positions...he wants you

Rondo, tony allen, greene, rozier, Smart.... Its too late

Jaylen Brown, RJ Hunter, James Young, Kelly Olynyk, Jared Sullinger...

[celticinorlando]

Boston needs scoring. Period. It was very clear last year that they need scoring. If this is the case take Tatum

You want a defender and an athlete playing basketball...take Jackson.

You want a guy that could be great could be a bust...take Isaac.

I prefer scoring. Tatum.