I said this in the game thread, but Tari is a lot like what Shawn Marion was to the Phoenix Suns during the Nash MVP years. Doesn't get plays called for him but affects the game drastically with his hustle and rebounding, and gets his points in the flow of the game.
I just wish he would try to learn the "palm the ball in one hand and dunk" move that Kawhi does so often! Tari has the equivalent hand size and arm length of Kawhi so I see no reason he shouldn't be able to do it.
Tari is currently averaging 18.4 rebounds per 100 possessions. That's absurd for a 6'8" guy whose wingspan is good but not great. His offensive skillset is limited so he'll probably never be a focal point of the offense. Third/fourth option at best. But he still makes a major impact on both ends with his hustle and rebounding.
My favorite players growing up were Mario Ellie, Chuck Hayes, Shane Battier, Trevor Ariza, PJ Tucker. Welcome Tari Eason. You might be the best one of all, but the way they play equals wins. Such a joy to watch.
That sequence on Jackson last night where he ripped him 3x.... was wild. Obviously he made the prayer, but that was some elite mits right there. Reminded me of Kawhi.
