Are We Overrating Hendo

[Marvel]

Found this on ROF, this morning. I don't visit that site at all, actually found a link to it on Yahoo and the title got my attention so i took a looksy: http://www.rufusonfire.com/2011/5/31...yahoo#comments


Interesting, because i've been in that frame of mind on Hendos game for....ever. Take into account, he'll be missing a whole off season to improve on his weaknesses, will he ever become more than a "curl pop n shoot" guy. Most of his shots are assisted, he doesn't have the handles to take advantage of his athleticism to get to the rack-FT line, he can't create off the dribble - pull up, he's even worse on the catch and shoot with his feet set.

He's a solid defender, we all know that, but are we kidding ourselves thinking he can reach that All Star level.

[ammofan]

I dont think so. Hendo has all the tools to become a really good NBA player. He really has only had about 3 quarters of a year to play so I think he gets better with time we know he has the work ethic and the correct mentality to put it all together...

[SWedd523]

I've always felt that he's overrated, as are a lot of guys on the team, but that's part of the territory with fans.


I don't think Hendo is an all-star, nor do I think he'll become one. He is a starting caliber player though and I think that's just fine for right now. Him and DJ will never be a backcourt that leads you to a top 4 seed, but as it stands, they're solid enough to let us address other holes like SF and Center before we look to upgrade those spots

[Chef]

i have always been one of the guys along with swedd that have been saying at best he might be a decent starter. not a chance at all star. i still believe that and agree with swedd. with that said, i am no longer in a rush to trade him and would never include him as salary filler or a cheap throw in into a deal.

[Marvel]

I agree, i think he's starting caliber, who can provide single coverage, lock down D, with the ability to knock down open jumpers...would be really good if he can add 3 point range to his game. If we can address other positions with star/superstar quality talent at SF or C or CP3, he'll be alright...but MJ's kidding himself thinking Henderson will be an All Star.

If he does become an all star, i will walk down my street naked screaming at the top of my lungs "I WAS WRONG MJ".

[CrazyCarl139]

Hendo is the perfect guy to back up your starting 2/3. That's about it.

[SJackson1]

i don't think were overating him at all, he had a great season last time out and i think he's going to get better and better.

[BlockParty]

Hendo's all-star potential exists only because of his defensive potential. He showed signs of becoming a reliable crunch time scorer late in the season as we ran more plays for him coming off of double screens. However, if he's our crunch time go-to guy, we aren't a top 4 seed in the East.

He's Raja Bell/Shane Battier but with hopefully better offensive ability (in time).

[teej]

Read that a few days ago, Rufus on Fire has picked up a lot since Cardboard Gerald took over the site (he's interning with the 'Cats for real right now, too).

The Hendo-Battier comparison is good, but Hendo is a bit more athletic. Maybe a talented Tony Allen?

[BlockParty]

Read that a few days ago, Rufus on Fire has picked up a lot since Cardboard Gerald took over the site (he's interning with the 'Cats for real right now, too).

Yeah, Ben doesn't sleep much