Alright, let’s talk about my deep dive into josh christopher and jalen green. This wasn’t some overnight thing; it was a process, a grind, a real learning experience.
So, it all started because I was trying to figure out who had more potential. Not just based on hype, but on actual skills and how they fit into a team. I decided to just watched a lot of game tape, hours of it.
- First, I watched like 10 full games of each player. Just raw, no edits, no highlight reels. Wanted to see the bad, the ugly, and everything in between.
- Then, I started breaking it down. Using some video editing software, I clipped out specific plays. Made categories: offensive moves, defensive stances, passing ability, etc.
- I had a notebook, scribbling down notes during each game, making sure I logged EVERYTHING. It got really messy, but I knew where everything was.
Josh Christopher: What I noticed immediately was his explosiveness. Dude’s got serious bounce. But his decision-making felt rushed at times. He’d force shots, try to do too much. I wanted to understand why.
I dug into his shot selection. Charted every shot he took in those 10 games. Where on the court, what type of shot (jumper, layup, dunk), was it contested, etc. Found he was taking a lot of tough, contested mid-range shots. Not efficient.
Jalen Green: Green was a different story. He was smooth, effortless. A natural scorer. But I wanted to see if it was just flash or if there was real substance. Watched him playing off-ball, how he moved without the ball, was he involved defensively, or just waiting to shoot.
What struck me with Jalen Green was his potential for growth. I saw flashes of brilliance, moments where he showed he could be a complete player. He just needed the right environment, the right coaching.
Next, I compared their stats with their game footage. Numbers only tell part of the story. So, I matched the numbers with what I was seeing on the court. Green’s efficiency numbers were slightly better, but Christopher was rebounding and assisting more. It was a tradeoff.
Finally, after all the tape and notes, I built a simple comparison matrix. A table listing their strengths and weaknesses, potential upsides, and potential downsides. Things like:
- Shooting Efficiency
- Defensive Effort
- Passing Vision
- Athleticism
- Decision-Making
It was a long process, but I got a better feel for these guys’ strengths and weakness, what their ceilings were, and what needed work. I didn’t come to any grand conclusions, that wasn’t the point. The point was to really get under the hood and understand what I was seeing.
Ultimately, this wasn’t just about finding out who was “better.” It was about understanding player evaluation, spotting potential, and appreciating the nuances of the game. It’s been a great experience and looking forward to doing more.
