Do you see Westbrook being an effective player after 30?

[tgan3]

His game is all athleticism/slashing/iso ball and he has a low bbq iq, can't really shoot. I know he is very talented but so is a guy named Steve Francis.

I have a feeling his the 2nd Steve Francis and would be a non factor upon reaching the big 30. Guys like Chris Paul (If no injuries) will continue playing till late 30s ala John Stockton...

[rhowen4]

His advantages are being big for a guard, and he has decent shooting with a great pull-up. But geez he sure does use his speed and quickness almost exclusively right now. Maybe being forced to slow down would be good for him. I believe in his character to stay effective though, he'll find a way. But it won't be nearly as graceful as someone like kobby

[maybeshewill13]

Ehh, it's hard to tell. I honestly wouldn't be surprised if he drops off pretty quick once his speed/athleticism starts to diminish with age. A huge part of his game relies on him being too quick for his opponent.

[RoundMoundOfReb]

Maybe he can become more of a back to the basket guard as he gets older.

[East_Stone_Ya]

yes, if he learns to make smart shots

[MMM]

He is closer to Wade than Francis. think he can be effective till 33-34 if they pace his knees

[NotBillWalton]

Playing with emotion does not mean he has a low basketball IQ.

If you want to compare Russ to anyone, compare him to Kobe. He is Kobe's favorite player. Similar drive, passion and feel for the game.

Russ has figured out that no one can guard him and he plans out his paths through the lane in split seconds. That is not just athleticism. It is a fine understanding of timing and spacing. He knows exactly what he is doing.

Does he try and do too much at times? Without a doubt. But before you question his basketball IQ you should probably question your own. Plenty of things are going on within the flow of the game that I am sure you are not aware of.

Russ isn't JR Smith or Steve Francis. He is a former UCLA Bruin! Respect the Blue and Gold!

[hahaitme]

He is closer to Wade than Francis. think he can be effective till 33-34 if they pace his knees

Wade's meniscus is gone, Westbrook's isn't. It's impossible to estimate how Westbrook will decline but I think it's a very good guess to say that it won't be as bad as Wade's (speaking purely from an athletic standpoint)

[Carter_17]

I don't even seem him being an effective player right now. All he can do in the offensive end is cut the basket and dunk. Thats all , thats his game

[Dresta]

He is closer to Wade than Francis. think he can be effective till 33-34 if they pace his knees
He needs to adjust his game like Wade has done though. And i'm not sure he has the passing, court vision, and basketball IQ to do it. It's not like he's an MVP player as it is, and once he loses his explosiveness, if he doesn't change him game, he will become even more inefficient be a detriment to whatever team he's on.

Wade does a lot of work in the post, and he is a great passer out of the post and has a great post game. Without this he wouldn't be nearly as effective after his athletic decline. Brook has the size to do this against other PG's, but he lacks the requisite court awareness, bball iq, and passing skills. There's also the fact that Wade's touch around the basket is on a different level to Westbrook's, and so all those contested floaters, runners etc. will not be so easy for him to convert. Wade is bigger (much longer) and has more skills, so Brook will have a lot of work to do if he wants to extend his career in the same way post-prime.

Though his knees could easily hold up several years longer than Wade's as he had his meniscus repaired rather than removed. Predictions are hard to make though: he could go the Derrick Rose route, or maintain his athleticism till 33-4, it's impossible to say.

[jzek]

He's basically DWade. He'll get injured soon and follow Wade's career path (minus the rings). There's absolutely no difference between his game and Wade's game when he was at the same age. Exact copycat.

[red1]

if he avoids another injury he should be able to maintain his athleticism for a long time

[Dresta]

He's basically DWade. He'll get injured soon and follow Wade's career path (minus the rings). There's absolutely no difference between his game and Wade's game when he was at the same age. Exact copycat.
:facepalm

They are completely different players. They have two things in common in that they both are very athletic, and both attack the basket fearlessly. Other than that I see no similarities in their games. Also, Wade was a better player in his 2nd season than Westbrook has been his whole career thus far.

[kells333]

Jordan was effective after 30. I dont see how goatbrook cant.

[Paul George 24]

no..................

[Paul George 24]

Jordan was effective after 30. I dont see how goatbrook cant.

jordan has skills and high bball iq who westbrick never has

[kells333]

jordan has skills and high bball iq who westbrick never has

Russell has skills and a high bball iq also. Just because he shoots alot doesnt mean he has low bbiq

[Mr.Kite]

Russell has skills and a high bball iq also. Just because he shoots alot doesnt mean he has low bbiq
Not sure if you watch ball

[Paul George 24]

Russell has skills and a high bball iq also. Just because he shoots alot doesnt mean he has low bbiq

no ,he didn't :no:

[kells333]

Not sure if you watch ball

I dont watch bball because i dont equate shooting alot with low bball iq?

[Bigsmoke]

He's basically DWade. He'll get injured soon and follow Wade's career path (minus the rings). There's absolutely no difference between his game and Wade's game when he was at the same age. Exact copycat.

Wade is more injury prone obviously. Westbrook never gonna have Wade's court vision abilities but he can last by avoiding injuries

[kells333]

no ,he didn't :no:

Didnt what?

[kells333]

Wade is more injury prone obviously. Westbrook never gonna have Wade's court vision abilities but he can last by avoiding injuries

Since when has wade had great court vision. Westbrook always averages more assists the wade.

[IrishIggy]

he has a low bbq iq

I know right? Always trying too hard and ends up overdoing the steaks...