The Evolution of Game

Watching Boston Orlando and Chicago-Oklahoma City recently and noticing the evolution of game for one young point guard, and the status quo of another.

The Bulls' Derrick Rose has simply been on fire of late. He's always had the ability to take the ball to the rim and finish but more importantly the development of an 18 foot jump shot has made defenses play him honestly which has allowed easier penetration to the paint and rim. He's a big reason the Bulls have played and beaten 4 legitimate playoff quality teams from the western conference in a ROW! Reading some of the media coverage of the Bulls' many were expecting an 0-7 road trip after losing the Golden State Warriors of the D-League and Los Angeles Clippers. But Rose has put the team on his shoulders and has lead them to an impressive streak.

On the other hand, we've seen more of the same from Rajon Rondo. His inability to hit a free throw line jumper forces clogged lanes to the basket and makes initiating the Boston offense that much more difficult. Luckily he has 3-4 shooters who can space the floor allowing him some driving lanes, but if he were able to hit a free throw line jumper on a semi-regular basis he could be a 20 point 10 assist man every night.