Laley23;571028 wrote:I agree with that. Ill be the first to admit my personal bias is probably taking over even if I am trying not to let it. I think Westy is a close to top 5. Probably would rank 6th for me actually.

I think it time Griffin is the best PF in the game though, and Gordon will to be a top 5 SG in the game (again, personal bias is used lol).

You are right about practice. And it is actually the biggest knock I had on him, was his incredible drive and work ethic in practice (ie, scoring at will and taking over drills etc) and then in the games he deffered to Dj White, Jamarcus Ellis, Armon Bassett and at times Jordan Crawford. There was no need for it at any point. I always though DJ should get a touch every time down the court and EJ should be getting close to 20 shots a game for that team to live up to its potential. It just never happened because EJ was too passive in the games. Thats why I said its up to him to show his ability in the NBA. The thunderous dunks he has put down this year are a great start to him realizing he is explosive enough and good enough to take over games at this level. It has taken him much longer to realize this than others listed on this thread...which is one reason I think he can improve more than others still.

lhslep134;571040 wrote:The display that Westbrook put on versus Rondo head to head is enough for me to put Westbrook ahead of him.

Remember, Rondo's assist number is greatly augmented by the fact he's playing with 3 Hall of fame quality scorers.

If ya put a gun to my head:

1. Paul
2. Williams
3. Nash
4. Westbrook
5. Rondo

Hb31187;571045 wrote:And Rondo lead his team to the finals last year carrying the rest of the "Big 3" and also won a title running the show for the Celtics.^^

Laley23;571047 wrote: 3. Rondo (His playoff performances put him up here for me. Skill set wise, I think he is closer to 5/6)

lhslep134;571148 wrote:I'm talking pure skill set. Listen, I love watching Rondo ball, but you need to be able to hit a jumper, which Westbrook can and Rondo can't (yet).

I know Rondo did WONDERS last post season, but it's easier to do that when playing with 3 finally healthy hall of famers. Just sayin....

Laley23;571180 wrote:I agree with that. But Rondo is a better ball-handler and passer. Both are great rebounding PGs, but Rondo might be a littler better at that as well.