Reading some articles of late and Cam has mentioned that he will be able to show more of his skill set at the next level a result of more spacing and having more of an opportunity to touch the ball as he was the third option on this years team. I like Csm, he hit some clutch shots...however he was very inconsistent as a long range shooter, not a great ball handler, great defender. As a fan I never quite felt that Cam was that player who can take over the game if we needed him too. I have not written since the Elite 8 game... so many turnovers.
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Cam also said that he will make a better pro than both Zion and RJ. That statement alone to me raises some questions as to how valuable a team player he will turn out to be.
Also makes one wonder if he was 100 percent invested during his time at Duke too. Zion and RJ were getting the biggest part of the press so did his mind start to wonder. Not saying he didn't have effort but quotes like that gives some insight to a players mentality.
He was yet another player used wrong by Coach K. They asked some high school all Americans who was the toughest player to guard and they all said Cam Reddish because “he’s just different”. He was reduced to a spot up shooter. We barely ran any plays for him. His whole mindset had to completely change. That’s why when he did get it he forced everything and that turned into bad shots or charges. Our offense had no direction and RJ was given the reigns. RJ is great but we should’ve done more with what we had on offense
I think Cam will do great in the NBA eventually. I do think the NBA game is likely a better fit for his skillset.
But the idea that he'll do better in the NBA because he was stuck being the third option at Duke? Well, at least for the next couple of years, the absolute best case scenario is he's a third option in the NBA. If Cam Reddish is your #1 or #2 option next year or the year after, your team is in serious trouble.
I think that's actually one good thing about these future NBA players playing on loaded teams at Duke. Kids who've been the #1 option their whole lives have to learn at Duke how to be option #2, 3, or 4, which, in all likelihood, better mirrors what their eventual NBA roles will be.
But the idea that he'll do better in the NBA because he was stuck being the third option at Duke? Well, at least for the next couple of years, the absolute best case scenario is he's a third option in the NBA. If Cam Reddish is your #1 or #2 option next year or the year after, your team is in serious trouble.
I think that's actually one good thing about these future NBA players playing on loaded teams at Duke. Kids who've been the #1 option their whole lives have to learn at Duke how to be option #2, 3, or 4, which, in all likelihood, better mirrors what their eventual NBA roles will be.
What is he supposed to say? He’s putting work in just like them. About 10 players have said they’re the best. They’re competitors.
He’s trying to get drafted high and have to show confidence in his game. What competitor comes out and says someone else is better than them? Especially when they’re the same age. Y’all fishing
Used wrong? Kind of hard to use a kid when one of the fundamental things needed, like dribbling the ball, was one of his many weaknesses.
How is dribbling his weakness when he was actually the point guard in high school? He was the point guard for Team USA. I guess Tre was used correctly too huh? It’s okay to criticize the Coach sometimes. He won’t be mad at you forever
For our own clarification are you saying he should have been our PG. No need to kill messenger here, just want your take. Mac did make a solid point about Cam's struggles taking the ball to the hoop....He did seem to lose the ball in those situations fairly often... OFC
I think Coach K gave Cam every opportunity he could for Cam to reach his potential and be a major star at Duke. What was Coach K supposed to do tell Zion And RJ to ease off so Cam can get his shots. Cam got his shots. They just didn't go down. At one time Cam was the top rated high player in his class if I remember correctly. Then RJ reclassified and Zion just blew wide open. Maybe Cam felt he all of a sudden was 3rd man and it just got to him. I don't have a problem with Cam and I hope he has a great career just like all of our players. Maybe it's just him being a teenager. OFC
Sky I do agree w/your point K "gave Cam every opportunity." OFC
Have you been in contact with Duke's A.D. White about being the next Duke basketball coach. It's never too early to put your hat in the ring. Go for it dude, OFC
He said Cam couldn’t handle the ball. That’s false because Cam was a primary ball handler before he got here in international play. No Tre SHOULD'VE been the point guard. But you know how he would just make one pass and stand in the corner. I’m not sure what his position was on offense. RJ was the de facto point guard and primary decision maker. Which took our worse shooter off the ball and made him a spot up shooter. Great strategy Coach K had this year. Hopefully he actually coaches offense this year. He’s definitely taking these great players for granted. I’m trying to figure out how we run an NBA offense but never run PNR. Maybe they haven’t watched the NBA.
Nope. I’m a football guy first and foremost. If Cutcliff need an OC then I’ll put my name in the hat.
I like Cam, don't see anything wrong with what he said, he's a competitor at the highest level.
Was he disapointing for Duke this year given the fact that he was the consensus #2 or 3 recruit in the country? Of course he was.
He still played great defense even when the offense wasn't flowing, which should say something, because some guys would probably pack it in and give minimal effort on that end if they aren't getting the ball a lot.
And yes...I do think he will be a much better pro than a college player, his game is tailor-made for the NBA. I've said this quite often, he is either Paul George or Jeff Green. I don't really see an in between.
Was he disapointing for Duke this year given the fact that he was the consensus #2 or 3 recruit in the country? Of course he was.
He still played great defense even when the offense wasn't flowing, which should say something, because some guys would probably pack it in and give minimal effort on that end if they aren't getting the ball a lot.
And yes...I do think he will be a much better pro than a college player, his game is tailor-made for the NBA. I've said this quite often, he is either Paul George or Jeff Green. I don't really see an in between.
You have to have confidence in yourself. Even if it’s not a true statement. Rj said he was the best player in the draft a couple days ago too. If a player doesn’t say that about themselves then teams might start to worry about their confidence and competitiveness.
Did you watch him at the collegiate level? Whether it was mental or adjusting to speed of college he couldn’t hold onto the ball. He was given tons of opportunities to play with the ball in his hands in the early part of the year but was constantly turning it over. That is why he was more of a spot up shooter by end of year.
I don't think it's an understatement to say Cam was a bit of a disappointment. Whether he was used correctly or not? Meh. He had ample opportunities over the course of four months....he was just inconsistent. He's not the first or last freshmen who struggle in that way.
Despite his struggles, I still like his physical tools at the next level. I do think the spread floor will help him, too. That said, he was the third option and struggled a bit with that. Well, guess what? He's going to be lower on the totem pole his first few years in the League.
Lastly, I love his confidence. There's nothing wrong with having a strong belief in yourself.
Despite his struggles, I still like his physical tools at the next level. I do think the spread floor will help him, too. That said, he was the third option and struggled a bit with that. Well, guess what? He's going to be lower on the totem pole his first few years in the League.
Lastly, I love his confidence. There's nothing wrong with having a strong belief in yourself.
If he becomes the next Jordan or even an All Star that old Dean Smith/Jordan joke will be updated. But I still say Cam would be NPOY if he had a soph. season.
He is supposed to answer the stupid fricking question in the same manner as did Zion in connection with the equally as stupid question from Bilas.
Not even noon yet and devilinside is kickin butt and takin names!! Preach bro! OFC
You would be surprised how changing your mentality changes your game. I give him credit for really buying into his role on this team (3 & D player). For example...remember JR Smith before he got to Cleveland? JR was a highlight reel and breaking people down off the dribble. Then he goes to Cleveland and his role is to shoot 3s and play defense. All of a sudden he can’t beat anyone off the dribble anymore.
I wonder if he didn’t come to Duke and was the primary player for another team like a Pittsburgh what numbers he would’ve put up
He should say he has a low motor and tends to take plays off. 
He should say he has a low motor and tends to take plays off.
This is actually made me chuckle. Now, I know you're joking, but I think some probably feel that's how he should have answered.
For a shooter the guys shot just wasnt that good. But he CAN defend when he puts his mind to it. Hes legit 6'8 and smooth. There is a VERY good chance he develops a serious shooting stroke (the mechanics need an adjustment, but its small, and its clearly not a coordination thing). He has the potential to be more impactful than Zion or RJ. Unlikely, since those two could be future All-Stars. But if Cam really becomes dead-eye, then you've got a guy who could play 1-4 (again this is the best possible scenario) and shoot lights out. At worse he becomes a usable 3-D guy.
He had the highest TO rate on the team if I recall. And we all saw him commit charge after charge. He also made some sweet moves, only to not finish at the end. I think it is fair to say that he was not the ball handler we hoped for.
Dachamp since you’re a football guy first why not go to a different board and discuss that
Like I said before it was a change of mentality. He has to get back to being himself. I gave the JR Smith example earlier. JR before Cleveland could go one on one and break you down to score. In Cleveland he looked like he was uncomfortable when he had the ball in his hands. What changed was his mentality and he bought into what the team needed.
Agreed....Let us all down just before tip off before Va Tech game w/LATE SCRATCH in regionals. K was furious... OFC
Cam was inconsistent af. There was a reason he was our third option. Cam didn't demonstrate being exceptional in anything during his freshman season. He was only a 33% shooter from three and he couldn't navigate in traffic with the ball almost at all. Having said that, his defense was a very pleasant surprise and he still his some huge shots for us. I still think he has a ton of potential to do really well in the NBA.