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Beantown

Years ago

Bleacher Report: Exum should be starting now

I think what Chad Ford has to say in the middle of the article captures the situation perfectly:

"I mentioned this last week and feel even stronger about it this week after talking to sources close to the Jazz. They know Exum is going to be amazing and quite possibly their franchise player. He's not ready yet. He has to get stronger to handle all the contact he gets. But he's got the tools, has the basketball IQ, has the work ethic to be GREAT. And his jump shot is dramatically improving. Fast forward two years and he's likely Utah's No. 1 option. But it's early and I think they are erring on the side of patience right now. He doesn't need to be, nor is he ready to be THE guy right now. I think Burke might start the whole season. But by next year, or the year after, this will be Exum's team to run."

Exum's developing nicely right now off the bench without too much pressure. I think if they throw him into the starting lineup the best guards in the league will expose his weaknesses and dent his confidence. Better to bring him along slowly I think, while he works on his weaknesses and makes his mistakes out of the spotlight.

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Mystro

Years ago

Beast Mode

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Bear

Years ago

Very good read, that article. I think the Jazz know what they are doing, looks like a future team to watch for sure!

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