The only area where Fredette is doing better is where he made his name — from outside the arc. He is sinking nearly 43 percent of his 3-pointers, compared to 36 percent by Lillard.
"I talked to (Lillard) a little bit in college and a little bit now; he's obviously having a great year and doing great things in Portland," Fredette said, "so I'm happy for him."
Thus it was business as usual for Fredette on Monday. The Jazz won, Fredette played, but had no major effect. Meanwhile, Lillard scored 21 points and got six assists in 38 minutes against Minnesota. That's how it goes most nights, as the gap between the two players grows. One has found his place. The other, just like the Kings, is hoping for a good place to nest.
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Well put Brad, the gap between them is growing. Lillard was amazing both Fri and Sat vs the Jazz. As for Jimmer tonight, well...........
Time to "free Jimmer" to Europe. He might get minutes and score there.
He is not an NBA player. Most of Jimmer's points come when one team is getting blown out. (see David Locke's twitter page from the last 2 days).
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Brad Rock needs to get out more. "A modestly noted point guard", Lillard led the nation in scoring for most of the year before finishing second, had national attention, numerous mentions in the National Media, NBA scouts at all his games. More..