Let me ask you: if Simmons is substantially worse this year than last year, do you think that's because he's an entirely different person than he was last year? Or do we start looking at Boals' scheme?
Unsure yet. It could be hes still rounding into shape. Or not.
It could be hes still trying to get used to Boals system and find his place/role.
It could be we've played teams with bigger/better bigs so it has drawn extra attention to him.
Regardless, he hasn't played well/to expectations yet.
To me, the bigger issue is his fit, and I've had the worry from the moment he signed. Not that hes not a good player. Not that I don't want him. Its that hes not a true 5, and Hadaway isn't a 3. Which makes them fairly redundant in fit if theyre on the court at the same time.
The current problem for Simmons is that Hadaway is more comfortable and experienced in his role, and has been playing better, with better numbers virtually across the board. Also, when Breath is in the game as a real 5, there is a noticeable difference. At least to my eyes.
This is why I suggested starting Hadaway/Breath and letting Javan be Javan as an instant offense big off the bench. He probably wont like that. It probably wont happen. But to me, it would be best for the TEAM.
Last Edited: 11/18/2025 10:06:11 AM by GraffZ06