adjustment period for him going back to 6th man w/ this team being that much deeper. its not surprising. EG had a certain rhythm and timing going w/ the cp3 injury. hes good enough to bounce back in time and understands what he needs to do on the floor
This is the good thing about having a well rounded and deep roster. The team can survive without needing everyone playing at a peak level 100% of the time.
We will need everyone to peak at the same time come April to have a chance at the chip. I don't see us taking down GSW without Gordon, Ryno, Ariza, PJ, and Luc all shooting lights out.
I don't think anybody's complaining necessarily. We ran through a easy stretch of the schedule, but we are going to need Gordon to get back to form if we're really going to compete. I'm confident he will, but he's slumping pretty hard right now.
Lets start gordon and put ryno or ariza on the bench. Actually gordon is our big 3. He should not send to other team. Or we can use harden, cp3 and gordon to take rest in turn. It is not worth to use gordon plus caplea to exchange with memphis. If we exchange him, our bench power cannot score any. It cannot compete with warriors and spurs
Gordon was streaky even last year. I'm not too worried He's still attacking the basket well imo. But he seems a bit fatigued from earlier and is losing legs for his three pointer. Maybe he will bounce back after we give him a break playing CP more
It could be adjusting back a bench role, but I agree that he looks a little worn. He's not driving as frequently and looks like he has less lift then before. Luckily Rockets are good enough they can weather his cold spells, unlike last year where it seemed like the difference in first half and second half of season was all star gordon vs good player gordon. This year, just need to make sure he is as close to rested as possible in the spring...
He's getting to the line more this year (7.4 times per 100 possessions, highest since 2012-13) so his overall efficiency is similar to last year.
no doubt he's slumping in terms of shooting from the outside, but its hardly a concern at the current juncture. when it starts affecting wins, let's bring it up. his driving ability this season has drastically improved as have his playmaking abilities. shooters figure it out, they don't fall off the planet generally.
The Pacers team we have dominated the last two times out has been playing extremely well. The Rockets are the best team in the league right now. I don't think we are even close to peak form either. Chris and Eric are both struggling shooting the ball.
Hope his body isn't already wearing out. Once injury prone, usually always injury prone. He and CP3 both haven't found their shot since CP3 returned and that's bound to change. Anyone have any data on how many minutes Gordon has played with both Harden and CP3 on the floor and each individually?
Curry was considered "injury prone" earlier in his career, and he's had a long stretch of relatively good health, good enough for three Finals appearances and two championships.
We all know EGO is a fantastic shooter. He will get open shots and find his rythym. Slumps happen and its not really a big deal honestly. Just keep shooting. As long as he’s healthy then this doesnt matter at all
She still is. I have no doubt the Warriors run will end with Durant or Curry or both having a big injury and their run ending much like the Bad Boy Pistons ended. Out of that will come a new dynasty. Harden-Lebron-CP3 3PEAT.
how is he still injury prone when hes basically played full seasons for 6 years running now. your definition of injury prone is a bit off.
