26 years old, 6'7, 220 lbs. Last season he averaged 7.1/3.6/1.9 on 46.3/38.7/79.1 splits. His timing, IQ, lengthy wingspan, and ability to eat up contact make him lockdown defender from 1-4. He's a smart playmaker and gifted passer, able to throw lobs, entry passes, skip passes, and outlet passes in transition. He shot 40% (!!!) on corner 3s, and can also attack off closeouts. Mavs got themselves a good one
by BalanceCandid5179
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He’s djj that can actually shoot and play make.
I am not familiar with his game, but this is a nice reel.
I’m going to miss DJJ’s “SURPRISE, MF!” offside help blocks, but Naji appears to have better overall anticipation of the play, and can take contact from heavier guys which will nicely take some load off our bigs (and Luka).
Definitely has the ability to run the floor, drive, layup, or kick it out. Might actually be a better ball handler than Hardy given that he seems to consistently dribble with his head up and on a swivel. And his lob passing is… wow, that’s going to fit riiiiiight in.
Really, really hope he doesn’t become another G Will / C Wood by failing to mesh with the team. All he’s gotta do is consistently be who he is in that reel, and he’s golden.
Goddam that court is dumb af
An upgrade for sure
Another example of Luka complaining to the refs and not getting back on D
bro locked up Kyrie in a couple of those clips.