Bernard King, HoF 2013. It's too easy to forget guys who played decades ago. When we hear the term "pure scorer" he may not be the first name on our lips. But he should be up there. He was a former NBA scoring champion, stamped eleven seasons averaging over 20 points per game, a career field goal percentage over 50%, and didn't score on long-range threes.
In his later years he became an accomplished passer averaging almost 5 assists per game twice.
The 6'7" forward scored in the post.
"Four ways to score." If you want to become a scorer, define your intent. Score and facilitate in transition with high percentage shots.
Leverage extreme athleticism and body control.
Take advantage of extreme quickness to get to the rim.
Scoring from the short corner against length isn't everyone's bag.
Few players can control space in tight quarters.
DeRozan before DeRozan. King thrived in the mid-range.
One-dribble jumper over length again.
Get to the line. In his Scoring Champion season (1984-1985) King went to the line for 10 shots per game.
Quick leaper? King checked that box.
Lagniappe. Geno Auriemma on NCAA Tournament inequality. I doubt NC State felt that playing in Bridgeport, CT in the Elite Eight was 'fair' either. But he makes some legitimate points.
Lagniappe 2. Nets Stagger Pick n Roll
Lagniappe 3. "Every day is player development day."
Vision, decisions, execution.
