I’ll be curious to see how often it’s deployed and the situations in which it is. I don’t think it’s a bad strategy because of the rim protection Claxton provides and the drop obviously gives him some opportunities to tap into that. And I think it’s a good thing to be effective in both defenses to be able to switch it up the way we did tonight.” Here was his answer on the increase: “I think some guys that just came to the team aren’t used to playing in the drop. Why not sign some centers and see if any of them are worth keeping around? Given the organization is in a retool and Sean Marks is good at finding guys who can outplay their contract, it’s a good opportunity to audition some players for the future.Īs for the drop coverage, Claxton was asked about that postgame. Ed Sumner is a capable backup and the two-way players give you a look at some younger guys. They don’t need to sign another so that leaves guards and bigs. So, are the 10-days an indictment on Sharpe’s development? I think there’s a case there to a degree, but I would also point to the state of the team and the breakdown of the roster. The Nets think highly of Sharpe as a person and have enjoyed having him on the team, but he hasn’t been able to make an immediate impact. Claxton has held up his end of the bargain while Sharpe is still very much a developmental project. If you recall, at the beginning of the season Sean Marks said he wanted to see if Nic Claxton and Sharpe can hold it down as the only centers on the roster before making a move. Do you see this as the best long-term strategy given the change in personnel? -Wade Y. To me, the talent is there to avoid it, though.ĭo the recent signings of centers on 10-day contracts make you believe the front office has lost faith in the development of Day’Ron Sharpe beyond this season?Ī second question, it looks like the Nets are deploying more drop coverage schemes on defense since the deadline deals. Dropping to the Play-In would be a slight disappointment, but understandable. I would say it’s a successful finish if the Nets can stay out of the Play-In and hold a top-six seed in the conference. As you said, after that quick trip to Florida the home stretch is very doable. Could a sweep of the Cavaliers next week get them in position to get to the fourth spot? Maybe, but I’m skeptical. 5 seed, though I’m skeptical they get there with the Knicks holding the tiebreaker over them. What a timely question, Corey! I think the Nets’ ceiling is the No. Basically, what would success from here on out be? Staying out of the Play-In? -Corey C. Hey, Alex, so where do you think the Nets will end up for the regular season and the rest of this run? The next week (until Miami) seems really tough. With much at stake, let’s get to your questions, which have been lightly edited for clarity and length
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