To all hoops fans: We have a problem here. We are all obviously aware the lockout is preventing any activity from occurring in the league, so let's answer hypothetical questions to pass the time.
I'll start: If you could pick any 5 players in the league today to make up the starting line-up of your team, who would you pick and why? Keep in mind this ignores contracts and personal chemistry. So Boston's 4 and Miami's 3 shouldn't be picked together just because they already have team chemistry. Assume that the players don't know each other. Style of play does count though, so aim for a more cohesive line-up rather than an All-Star team.
Mine:
PG - Chris Paul
SG - Kevin Martin
SF - LeBron James
PF - LaMarcus Aldridge
C - Joakim Noah
I'll start with my flagrant selection of Noah over Dwight Howard. I picked Noah specifically because of his offensive limitations. He's a hustle guy, and a great defender and rebounder. Howard is starting to become a go-to guy on offense, and I didn't like that alongside Aldridge.
Speaking of which, I selected LaMarcus because he's tough, has a very nice midrange jumpshot to go with his post game, and he's athletic. He also is content to play backup to a bigger star, and there are a couple on this team.
LeBron is the easy choice. He's the best player in the NBA today and is outstanding on both ends of the floor.
I like Mini Mart because he's efficient and has a wet outside jumper. I think it complements LeBron way better than Wade, who plays too similarly.
CP3 because he's the best PG in the NBA and a more than willing passer, so didn't need to think about that one.
Disagree with me please! Put your own line-up out there! I want to spark some hoops debates.
I'll start: If you could pick any 5 players in the league today to make up the starting line-up of your team, who would you pick and why? Keep in mind this ignores contracts and personal chemistry. So Boston's 4 and Miami's 3 shouldn't be picked together just because they already have team chemistry. Assume that the players don't know each other. Style of play does count though, so aim for a more cohesive line-up rather than an All-Star team.
Mine:
PG - Chris Paul
SG - Kevin Martin
SF - LeBron James
PF - LaMarcus Aldridge
C - Joakim Noah
I'll start with my flagrant selection of Noah over Dwight Howard. I picked Noah specifically because of his offensive limitations. He's a hustle guy, and a great defender and rebounder. Howard is starting to become a go-to guy on offense, and I didn't like that alongside Aldridge.
Speaking of which, I selected LaMarcus because he's tough, has a very nice midrange jumpshot to go with his post game, and he's athletic. He also is content to play backup to a bigger star, and there are a couple on this team.
LeBron is the easy choice. He's the best player in the NBA today and is outstanding on both ends of the floor.
I like Mini Mart because he's efficient and has a wet outside jumper. I think it complements LeBron way better than Wade, who plays too similarly.
CP3 because he's the best PG in the NBA and a more than willing passer, so didn't need to think about that one.
Disagree with me please! Put your own line-up out there! I want to spark some hoops debates.